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The Greater Bay Area
St. Pauls Co-educational College, Li, Cheuk Yan - 12
Let the adventures begin!
The Greater Bay Area (GBA) is a new business entity comprising 11 cities in Southern China, namely
Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Zhuhai, Foshan, Huizhou, Dongguan, Zhongshan, Jiangmen Zhaoqing, and the
two special administrative regions, Hong Kong and Macao.
It has a population of 70 million inhabitants and a combined economic output estimated at US$1.5 trillion.
The objectives of the Greater Bay Area are to further enhance the cooperation among the Guangdong,
Hong Kong and Macau regions with a view to developing a world class bay area for living, working and
traveling. It will definitely become the coolest trend to shop, eat, hang out, and explore this exciting hub
because it can cater to a wide range of tourists' different needs.
WELCOME TO THE FASCINATING GREATER BAY AREA!
What is so attractive about the Greater Bay Area?
The Greater Bay Area is a great platform that can provide a wide range of potential opportunities, attractions
and activities for businesses, investors and tourists. On the tourist attractions, within this bay area, you can
find everything, ranging from the family-oriented theme parks and shopping hotspots, to the historical
heritage of ancient Chinese history. No matter who you are and what you are looking for, there will be
something for you and your family!
Tourist hotspots
Given the wide spectrum of activities and tourist destinations on offer, we thought it would be convenient
to list out some of our recommended activities and tourist spots into the four following categories.
The Greater Bay Area is the next big exciting thing on the tourism map and the excitement will only grow
in the years to come. Come and visit us at the next opportunity and you will not be disappointed!
If you’re family-oriented…
If you are travelling with your family, these tourist spots should be on your must-go list.
Foshan Ancestral Temple - In this temple, the art of Chinese Kung-Fu has been brought back into the
spotlight - if you are a Kung-Fu lover, you simply must visit this place! This elegant temple is also known
as a folk museum as there are extensive displays of folk relics, and this famous temple offers martial art
culture, Kung Fu and Lion Dance performance.
The Peak, Hong Kong (day/ night view, Peak Tram, Souvenirs) - when you ask any tourist who has been
to Hong Kong, among the first things that they will say to you is that they will have been fascinated by the
famous view of the Victoria Harbour from the Peak. From this vantage point, you will be able to see both
sides of the Victoria Harbour, with world-renowned skyscrapers within your sights! From inside the tram
you can truly feel the slope of the famous Peak and the elevation makes it a fun ride, especially when you
are riding it for the first time!
Lantau Island – you will find the Big Buddha, the Po Lin Monastery and Tai O Fishing Village where you
can get a real sense of the old Hong Kong village life from over 100 years ago. The famous Ngong Ping 360
Cable Car from Tung Chung Town will provide a gorgeous view of the China South Sea and the scenic
views nearby. You will no doubt be intrigued by this experience!
If you’re a foodie and a shopper…
Yum Cha - it is almost a mandatory ritual for every tourist to try the famous dim-sums when they visit
southern China, and in the Greater Bay Area you will have the chance to taste the well-known dim sums
such as pork buns, steamed shrimp dumplings and siu mais from the hundreds of Chinese “tea-houses” on
offer. You can be assured that the taste will be second to none!
Michelin star restaurants - there are hundreds of Michelin-rated restaurants in the Greater Bay Area. You
will never run out of options to savour delicacies of a variety of cuisines in the Greater Bay Area, from