Hengqin Island in Zhuhai: A Dreamier Escape Than Disneyland! Hot Springs Amidst Flower Fields and Ocean Parks—Endless Fun in One Trip
This will be the next Macau...
These past two days, one piece of news has flooded social media:
Hengqin in Zhuhai has officially implemented comprehensive customs closure,
and Zhuhai will also welcome a "new duty-free island"!
Some friends might be a bit confused,
"Customs closure" is short for customs closure operation,
not literally suspending operations,
but implementing different tariff and tax policies for goods and personnel movement
compared to mainland China,
basically integrating into the same customs territory as Macau.
△Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge ©Tuchong 0SunshineNoRust0
But some are concerned that after Hengqin's customs closure,
will entry require passes or other procedures in the future?
Actually, customs closure operation only applies to goods,
mainland residents can still freely enter and exit Hengqin.
Moreover, in the future you won't need to exit the country
to buy goods previously only available in Macau.
This also means Hengqin will become
a "duty-free island" highly synchronized with Macau.
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Results in 3 years, achievements in 8 years,
It gave Shenzhen such a shock that it broke out in a cold sweat,
Some call it the "second Macau."
Hengqin and Macau are separated by a river and connected by a bridge,
with the closest point to Macau less than 200 meters away,
and within 2 hours to Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Hong Kong,
making it a strategic hub in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.
△Macau ©Tuchong 劉駿AdrIaN
Hengqin is the largest of Zhuhai's 146 islands,
providing space for Macau's financial industry upgrade,
and serving as China's new gateway to Portuguese-speaking countries.
It also boasts stunning island scenery,
an undiscovered treasure destination.
All of which can awaken the romantic spirit deep within you.
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One of the world's largest ocean-themed parks,
and a landmark tourist attraction in Hengqin,
you must have heard of or visited it.
Whether it's the fascinating marine animals, spectacular parades,
or the dazzling fireworks that light up every night,
you'll feel immersed in a dreamy oceanic world.
Leave you with unforgettable beautiful memories.
A stunning flower field stretching approximately 14 kilometers,
Creating a unique romantic charm in Hengqin.
Silk floss trees, flame trees, daisies, and Gesang flowers,
Along with plants of varying blooming periods,
Allow you to immerse in a dreamy reverie amid the floral sea.
Strolling through the park, lush greenery fills your view,
Where wild charm thrives, with endless reed marshes,
You can also camp, picnic, or kayak here,
And admire a sunset as picturesque as a postcard.
Another new landmark in Hengqin,
Its rich Portuguese flair makes it irresistibly captivating.
Especially when night falls and lights illuminate,
It becomes resplendent like an art palace,
Every snapshot turns into a stunning portrait.
Also, experience the romance of its location—
This coastal backyard paradise!
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Just how romantic can Zhuhai be?
Many people’s impressions of it are mostly:
Livable, China's happiest city,
Macau transit hub, the Lingding Ocean described by Wen Tianxiang.
Many people overlook another attribute of it—romance.
Yet it boasts the longest coastline in the Pearl River Delta,
With 146 islands large and small scattered like stars.
Here is your ideal vacation destination.
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Bougainvillea, camellias, cherry blossoms, osmanthus...
Blooming in streets, alleys, and parks of all sizes.
What it means to live a romantic urban life.
It is also a city full of stories,
Preserving ancestral halls and watchtowers with traditional Lingnan charm,
Arcade-lined old streets that weathered the Republic of China era,
Every brick and tile carries the gentleness tempered by time,
The alleys brim with enchanting human warmth.
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This coastal city of Zhuhai is simply too romantic,
Going all out to let you experience a sweet romance.
The most romantic and leisurely thing to do in Zhuhai
Is to watch the sea with the one you love!
Whether you're a couple or alone,
it's hailed as the world's longest seaside promenade.
The most beautiful is Lovers' Middle Road,
next to the statue lies the bustling Xianglu Bay Beach.
Build sandcastles and splash in the water with the little ones,
you and your loved one can stand beneath the lighthouse of the Love Post Office,
watching waves dance with the seabirds.
If you're tired of the city's rush,
enjoy a leisurely life away from the urban hustle.
It's the island closest to downtown Zhuhai.
The famous Sun Moon Shell is on Yeli Island,
perfect for a post-meal stroll,
lined with palm trees, breathtakingly beautiful.
The island blends mountains, sea, sand, and rocks in harmony,
and the pier is an ideal spot for sunset views;
nearby are jagged rocks and misty clouds,
while Hong Kong's city center is visible in the distance.
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With forest coverage reaching 80%,
it's dubbed "Guangdong's Little Saipan."
© Tuchong: Hailey余悸
Riding jet skis, diving, sailing,
Enjoy the thrill of adrenaline rush.
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You can listen to the wind, watch the tides, or go fishing at sea,
Time here is meant to be wasted.
It will give you the illusion of arriving in Santorini;
Or make you feel like you’ve wandered into Xiamen.
It’s about experiencing the lively vibe of old streets and alleys!
It’s about living a slow-paced, leisurely life!
Feel the slow life of this small town.
Visit Haitian Park to admire flowers and have a picnic.
Nothing beats the 30-meter-high waterfall,
Or the largest seaside lawn in the city.
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You can hike up Banzhang Mountain for a panoramic view,
Taking in Zhuhai and Macau at a glance.
Step inside and breathe fresh air at every moment,
Here you’ll also find Zhuhai’s most beautiful tunnel,
With blue skies, white clouds, and birds, all vividly depicted.
©Tuchong: Xiao freshman
You can also visit Zhuhai Imperial Hot Spring.
Tang-style wooden houses,
with open-air hot springs nestled among flowers and trees,
shrouded in mist, creating an ethereal atmosphere.
You can also join the bustling "temple fair,"
letting over a hundred delicacies tantalize your taste buds.
A city that invites you to slow down and savor,
with the boost of this "free trade zone,"
Zhuhai's future is bound to become even more brilliant.
By then, many people
will come here to explore and experience,
ready to "fall in love" with it!
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