Sea World

Founded in November 2018, Nanshan International Cultural Exchange & Service Center referred to as“the center”is a one-stop shop for foreigners, whether living in Shenzhen or just visiting, to get all the information and resources they need to have a happy life in thecity. Located in Shekou, Shenzhen at Imperial Park, Zhaoshang Sub-district (Sea World),the center is approximately 870 square meters of space open for community use, staffed with English-speaking social workers, who will provide professional services for both Chinese and foreign expats. As the largest international cultural exchange platform in Shenzhen, the center is committed to bridging government and expats via communication and supplementary services.

Chiwan Tianhou Temple

Tianhou Temple, Chiwan's Goddess Temple, is said to have been built as an offering to the Goddess Mazu as far back as 1410.Mazu is the patron saint of seafarers and is often visited by locals before heading off to sea,of the 1500 temples devoted to her across 26 countries, this is the largest in Guangdong.

Various events are held at this temple throughout the year; including a celebration of Mazu's birthday as well as Chinese New Year performances.The temple has lots of interesting features; including stone carvings, a drum tower, bell tower and statues; including two great generals Chien Li Yen and Shun Feng Er who guard Tianhou.The temple is still a popular place of worship. During the two weeks before Tianhou’s birthday (23rd day of the 3rd month of Chinese Lunar Calendar), the temple celebrates, and visitors get a chance to witness tradition and history in action.

Left Fort

Left Fort is located in the Chiwan area. Built during the Qing Dynasty, the fort was used to protect the Pearl River from the British during the Opium War.This was when British and American merchants were illegally importing opium into China. The emperor demanded the trade be haltedimmediately. Imperial commissioner Lin Zexu stamped out the trade and destroyed the opium stocks held by foreign merchants upriver in Humen. The British Government then sent troops and ultimately affected the first of what came to be known as the Unequal Treaties.The Left Fort, then, was a key point of defense when the British troops were sailing up the Pearl River to Guangzhou. Today you can see one of the 12 guns, and a marvelous statue commemorating Lin Zexu’s role in the affair. Also on site are the remains of the barracks, ancient trees, and a platform with a panoramic view.