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Guangzhou (former common romanisation: Canton) is the capital and largest city of Guangdong province, People's Republic of China.

Located on the Pearl River, about 120 km (75 mi) north-northwest of Hong Kong and north-northeast of Macau, Guangzhou is a key national transportation hub and trading port.

One of the five National Central Cities, it holds sub-provincial administrative status. It is the third largest Chinese city and southern China's largest city.

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Can Westerners use the free Wi-Fi at Guangzhou international airport?

My route home at the end of my trip will have me on a 4-hour connection at Guangzhou airport in China. I've read online that it's an unpleasant airport but it would be more bearable if I knew I would have free Wi-Fi access and electricity there. I…
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How to reach the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region with maximum hitchhiking and minimum expenditure from Guangzhou?

Soon I need to get from Guangzhou to Hong Kong as this entry of my China visa will expire. I'm totally ignorant of Hong Kong. Is there only an island or is part of it also on the mainland you never hear about that has a land border? If there is a…
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Getting to Guangzhou from Melbourne

I am taking a business trip to Guangzhou from Melbourne is a few months. I have noticed that there are no direct flights (correct me if I am wrong). Looks like I have to transfer in Hong Kong. Because HK and Guangzhou are so close, is there a…
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Visiting giant panda sanctuary Chengdu from Guangzhou

I want to visit the panda sanctuary in Chengdu. I will be staying in Guangzhou and noticed that it's a bit of a trip. What is the best way to get there? Is there a tour with a direct bus? Or is there a closer place to have a similar experience?
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How long does the tourist visa extension process take in Guangzhou, China?

I am approaching the end of my second stay of my dual-entry visa in China. I am in Guangzhou and aware that another option is to pop over to Hong Kong and apply for a new Chinese visa there. But HK is pricey when you're a on a shoestring…
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Overnight connection in Guangzhou - where do I sleep?

I've found a cheap flight from Korea to Australia with China Southern Airlines but it involves a 15-hour connection in Guangzhou, overnight. I'm pretty sure that as an Australian I need a visa and that there's no visa on arrival at this airport. But…
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5-7 hour layover in Guangzhou; Should I leave the airport and explore?

I have a 5-7 hour layover at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport and wanted to see if anyone recommends leaving the airport to explore. From what I've gathered, you can leave the airport in China for 72-hours on a temporary visa as long as you…
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Can I leave my bags somewhere in or near Guangzhou airport?

An upcoming trip of mine will have a 20 hour layover in Guangzhou. I'd like to spend that time exploring the city without my bags, but I don't have any place to leave them. Is there any place in or around the airport where I can leave my bags?
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Can I use Hong Kong dollars in Guangzhou?

I've read that you usually can't use Renminbi in Hong Kong. Is it possible to use Hong Kong dollars in Guangzhou (Canton)?
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Anything to do for a 4h35 stopover in Guangzhou?

I will be going to visit China & Thailand. I depart from China, Zhangjiajie (Dayong airport) to Thailand, Chiang Mai. I will be having a stopover in Guangzhou Baiyun airport. This stop will be from 11h25 - 16h00, so this is a 4h35min stop. Is there…
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Train schedules from Guangzhou, China to Shenzhen, China

My flight lands in Guangzhou Baiyun International at 1am on Saturday in July. I had intended on getting to Shenzhen by train, but I don't know if its possible. I don't read Chinese Mandarin, so I've only been able to use what Rome2Rio has…
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US Green card holder Pakistan passport 24 hour transit Guangzhou

I have a US green card and a Pakistani passport. I have a long layover in Guangzhou (12 hours) however as per the 24 hours TWOV policy, my passport is listed as possibly having exceptions.…
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Travel Visa-Free stopover Guangzhou, multi-city

Does anyone know if the following itinerary is valid for a visa-free stopover in Guangzhou? Brisbane, Australia -> Singapore -> Guangzhou -> Brisbane? If I buy the tickets multi-city will this work? Will it not work if I book it all on Singapore…
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Can I take a folding bicycle (no battery) about 16 inches (weight 7-9 kg) on board without paying extra?

I want to take my folding bicycle on board the plane from Guangzhou airport to Pakistan.
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Are "Cantonese people" from Guangzhou?

I saw a documentary that seemed pretty legitimate, but at one point they referred to "Cantonese people" and it confused me. It was about modern times (~2018) so it definitely wasn't a historical reference. I know Guangzhou used to be called Canton,…
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