City of Foshan's WALKING Scene is a TOTAL Game Changer! | China Walking Tour

What is Foshan city famous for?
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Across the world, Foshan is probably most famous for being the birthplace of modern Kung Fu. Bruce Lee grew up in nearby Hong Kong, but he's venerated in Foshan and, if you've ever been wowed by the great man's skills, this park is a must-visit.

Are Guangzhou and Foshan the same?
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Foshan is located on the west bank of the Pearl River and, together with Guangzhou, forms the Guangzhou Foshan metropolitan circle. The city is divided into five administrative districts – Chancheng, Nanhai, Shunde, Gaoming and Sanshui – and extends across an area of 3,798 sq km.

Foshan is an inland prefecture-city, the second-highest administrative division in China. Located in Guangdong province, it is situated to the west of Guangzhou, north of Jiangmen and east of Zhaoqing.

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Population:
Modern Foshan has a population of around 7.2 million. Although it was once called 'the Birmingham of the east' its' modern population is nearly seven times the size of the original Birmingham.

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Scenery:
Foshan literally means 'Buddha Mountain' and spectacular religious architecture overlooks the hills and valleys of this region. The comfortable subtropical temperatures of Foshan make it lush with greenery.

Claim to Fame: One of the '4 great cities' in Imperial times, for its prodigious output of ceramics and steel, Foshan is now better known as one of the great centres of Chinese martial arts in the world. If you trace your ancestry to Foshan then you may be pleased to know that you share a link with none other than Ip Man, the pioneering martial artist who trained Bruce Lee, along with many other famous martial artists of the twentieth century.

And what would a city called 'Buddha Mountain' be without a huge Buddha on a mountain? Although not actually the originator of the name, the Buddha statue at mount Xiqiao in Foshan is a spectacular sight indeed.

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Food:
Foshan is famous for its desserts, with a wide range of local specialities. Try out its' Nine Layer Cake, or its' White Sugar Cotton Cake. Or if you're feeling particularly extravagent, why not sample the sweet and fragrant marinaded pig's feet?

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Also Known As: Fatshun, Fat-Shun, Fat-Shan, Fatshan, Fó Shān

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Dialect(s) Spoken: Cantonese

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Migration Destinations: Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, Australia, United States, Canada, Vietnam, Cambodia

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Foshan is the ancestral home of many Overseas Chinese.

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Foshan Must-try Local Experiences
1. Explore the Ancient Architectural Gems of Foshan

Visit Foshan's iconic landmarks like Qinghui Garden Museum and Foshan Zumiao to experience traditional Chinese architecture and cultural heritage.

2. Experience the Thrill of Bruce Lee's Legacy

Visit the Bruce Lee Paradise to explore his life and career, and enjoy martial arts demonstrations.

3. Visit the Ancient Nanfeng Kiln

Experience the rich history of pottery making at the Ancient Nanfeng Kiln, one of the oldest kilns in China, and try your hand at pottery making.

4. Stroll through Liang Yuan

Enjoy the serene environment, traditional architecture, and intricate landscaping at Liang Yuan.

5. Discover the Foshan Lingnan Tiandi

This modern cultural and commercial district blends traditional Lingnan architecture with contemporary design, offering shopping, dining, and cultural experiences.

6. Experience Martial Arts at the Huang Feihong Memorial Hall

Learn about the legendary martial artist Huang Feihong and watch impressive martial arts demonstrations at this dedicated memorial hall.

7. Delve into the World of Foshan's Intangible Cultural Heritage

Experience Cantonese Opera, lion dance, and paper cutting to immerse yourself in Foshan's rich cultural heritage.


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0:00 Intro
2:10 Louvre International furniture Center
31:54 Lingnan World, the crazy market
1:15:26 Jinbo Center Shopping Mall
1:35:15 Ancient Nanfeng Kiln
1:58:50 The ancestral Temple
2:13:48 Foshan TV Tower
2:31:20 Thousand Lantern Lake Park
2:58:36 Foshan Kungfu Night Market
3:33:56 Italian Shopping Mall
3:47:18 Liangyuan Park

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