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Shenzhen is not just a city. It is a statement of China’s economic reform. In 1979 its GDP was a mere CNY 197 million. By 2018 it had soared to CNY 2.42 trillion. This is an increase that is hard to grasp. The population mirrored this growth. It jumped from 20,000 to over 13 million in the same period. This makes Shenzhen one of the fastest growing cities ever.
Shenzhen has become a hub for import and export. It attracts companies worldwide. This helps the local economy develop quickly. Shenzhen’s total import and export trade reached CNY 3 trillion in 2018. This was a 7% increase year-on-year. It has ranked first in China for 26 years.
The city is known as China’s Silicon Valley. It is home to many famous tech companies. Huawei Tencent and DJI all started here. Shenzhen is also Asia’s largest electronic product distribution center. You can find all the components to build a phone or computer here.
Look around you. Skyscrapers define Shenzhen’s skyline. In 2018 the city had 262 skyscrapers taller than 150 meters. This ranks it third in the world. Only Hong Kong and New York have more. The Ping An Finance Centre is the tallest at 592.5 meters. The KK100 Financial Center is also very tall at 441.8 meters. Also observe the China Resources Headquarters Building. It looks like a spring bamboo shoot. It stands 392.5 meters tall.
Do you want to go to a park? Shenzhen has unique beaches and theme parks. It is surrounded by mountains and sea. There are long beaches and islands. It has been rated as one of China’s most beautiful coasts. Dameisha Beach and Xiaomeisha Beach are worth exploring. Shenzhen also has the most theme parks in China. Splendid China Window of the World and Happy Valley are all here.
Shenzhen has a well-developed transportation system. Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport is China’s fourth largest airport. It has domestic and international air routes. Shenzhen is the city with the most land ports in China. It connects to Hong Kong. Shenzhen’s metro has eight lines. This makes it easy to travel around the city.
Autumn is the best time to visit Shenzhen. The weather is pleasant. There is not much rain then. This is from November to early January.
Shenzhen is tourist-friendly. They have a 144-hour visa-free transit policy. They also have a 5-day visa-on-arrival policy. This makes it easy for tourists to visit.
Shenzhen is a city of innovation and growth. From a small village to a global hub it represents modern China. Its skyscrapers tech industry and beautiful parks all contribute to its unique character. As we conclude our visit to \u4e3b\u697c remember that you are standing in a place that represents amazing change.