“Buji station is where my journey began” a traveler once said. Buji is a subdistrict in Longgang District. It is in Shenzhen Guangdong China. Buji’s story is one of transformation. It changed from a town to a vital subdistrict.
Before 2004 Buji was Buji Town. On August 26 2004 Buji Town became Buji Subdistrict. The area is 11.64 square kilometers. Buji has a large population. About 573000 people live here. That was a 2023 figure. Buji has a high population density. It has 49000 people per square kilometer. That is about 130000 per square mile.
Buji is a transport hub. Shenzhen East railway station is located here. There are also four metro stations. The Shenzhen Metro serves Buji station. It provides access to Line 3 Line 5 and Line 14. Line 3 opened on December 28 2010. Line 5 opened on June 22 2011. Line 14 began operating on October 28 2022. Buji station connects to Shenzhen East railway station. It also connects to two bus stations. Together these form the Buji Transport Hub.
Buji station has many levels. Level 3 has platforms for Line 3. Platform 23 heads to Futian Bonded Area. Platform 13 goes toward Shuanglong. Level 2 is the concourse for Line 3. There is a customer service area. You can find shops vending machines and ATMs here. There is a transfer passage between lines 3 5 and 14. Exit A goes to Longgang Boulevard and Jingnan Road. Exit B leads to Shenzhen East railway station and Buji Hub. Exit C is on the north side of Longgang Boulevard. Exit D is on the south side of Longgang Boulevard.
Buji is more than just a transport hub. It is home to Dafen Village. Dafen Village is an art center. It is known for producing replica paintings.
Buji also has many schools. A 2023 publication says there are 24 schools. Thirteen of these are private. There are 59 kindergartens in Buji Subdistrict. Health services are also available. There are five hospitals. Four are private. Seventeen health clinics serve the subdistrict.
Buji is bordered by Luohu District to the south. It is not far from Shenzhen’s urban core. It lies 4 kilometers from the city center. Buji is also 8 kilometers from Hong Kong’s New Territories. The Buji River flows through the subdistrict.
Buji Subdistrict administers 17 residential communities. These communities create a diverse mix. They contribute to the area’s vibrant life.
Buji’s rapid growth is a testament to Shenzhen’s success. It reflects China’s economic transformation. From a small town Buji has become an important part of Shenzhen. Its transport links art scene and community life make Buji a key part of Shenzhen.