Tianhe District, Business district in Guangzhou, China.
Description
Tianhe District spreads across the eastern part of Guangzhou with modern high-rise buildings, shopping centers, and business complexes that define its character. The area is divided into administrative subdivisions and borders the Pearl River.
History
The area transformed from rural farmland into a modern urban district after 1985, when it was selected to host the Sixth National Games. This decision triggered rapid development and urban expansion.
Culture
The Guangdong Museum displays regional artifacts and traditional art that reflect local craftsmanship and heritage through its collections. The exhibitions help visitors understand how people in this area have lived and created over time.
Practical
The district connects well to the rest of Guangzhou through five metro lines that link to major stations and transport hubs. Direct train services from Guangzhou East Railway Station offer access to surrounding cities.
Did you know?
Shipai, one of Guangzhou's largest traditional villages, sits within this district and retains its original layout despite being surrounded by modern towers. The contrast between old village structures and contemporary skyscrapers makes it a striking place to explore.
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Canton Tower
4.3 km
CTF Finance Centre
3.7 km
Guangzhou Opera House
4.1 km
Pearl River Tower
4 km
Tianhe Stadium
4 km
Guangzhou International Finance Center
4 km
CITIC Plaza
4.2 km
Guangdong Museum
3.7 km
South China Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences
6.7 km
Haixin Bridge
4.7 km
Grand International Mansion
3.9 km
Fortune Center
3.1 kmGuangzhou International Women's Open
5.6 km
Gengxu New Army Uprising
6.6 km
Guangzhou Library
3.3 km
Haixinsha Island
4 kmHuacheng Square
3.8 km
Chigang Pagoda
4.7 km
Link Plaza Tianhe
1.3 km
19th Army Martyr's Park
5.7 km
Shipai Village
1.7 km
Pazhou Pagoda
3.2 km
Guangzhou Zoological Garden
6 km岑村机场
4.5 km
Xinghai Concert Hall
6 km
Grand World Scenic Park
6.9 km
Liede Bridge
3.3 kmYangji Cun
4.4 km
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