Search results
Shantou, a city significant in 19th-century Chinese history as one of the treaty ports established for Western trade and contact, was one of the original special economic zones of China established in the 1980s, but did not blossom in the manner that cities such as Shenzhen, Xiamen and Zhuhai did.
Shantou is situated in the southeastern corner of East Asia, on the west coast of the Pacific Ocean. Boarding on the South Sea, the city is one of the most important open-to-the-world harbors both in the Guangdong Province and in China.
Shantou, city in eastern Guangdong sheng (province), southern China. It lies on the coast of the South China Sea a short distance west of the mouth of the Han River, which, with its tributary, the Mei River, drains most of eastern Guangdong.
Where is Shantou Located? Along the southeastern coast of Guangdong, Shantou is a city that boasts sandy beaches, maritime charm, and a vibrant blend of cultures. Shantou’s proximity to the South China Sea makes it a popular destination for beachgoers, with Xisha Bay offering stunning ocean views.
Shantou (汕头 Suan1tao5 in Teochew, Shàntóu in Mandarin), known as Swatow in the local language, is a coastal city and Special Economic Zone in Guangdong Province in China. It is located in the east of the province near the border with Fujian.
For tourists, the recommended things to do in Shantou include a seaside vacation at the Nan’ao Island, enjoying the exotic arcade buildings at the Shantou Old Town, feeling this city’s modern vitality at Shantou University, and trying seafood and other delicacies on the Zhujiang Road.
Nicknamed "Fish City", Shantou lies in southeastern Guangdong on the South China Sea coast. Situated at the estuaries of the Han, Rong, and Lian Rivers, it is the only city in mainland China with an inner harbor.
