Shantou Travel Guide
The Nostalgic Archives of the Treaty-Port Areas and Overseas Remittances
Shantou | Nostalgic Archives of the Open Port Area and Remittance Letters: Shantou opened as a port in 1860 and was also the departure point for Chaozhou and Shantou people going to Southeast Asia at that time. The arcade streets of Xiaogongyuan are under restoration, and in the Remittance Letters Museum, each 'silver letter' serves as the most direct material evidence of the family histories of overseas Chinese. This site compiles the best seasons to visit, suggested stay durations, intercity transportation, and local tips.
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Destination Details
Shantou is a port opened in 1860 and was also the departure point for Chaoshan people going to Southeast Asia back then. The arcade streets of the Small Park area are under restoration, and the letters in the Qiaopi Museum serve as the most direct material evidence of overseas Chinese family histories.
Key Highlights
Small Park Opening Area
The radial arcade streets centered around the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Pavilion reflect the urban texture of modern Shantou.
Qiaopi Museum
Qiaopi are documents combining remittances and letters sent home by overseas Chinese, and they have been included in the Memory of the World Register.
Chen Cihong's Former Residence
A cluster of overseas Chinese homes in Chenghai District, combining Chinese and Western architectural styles, and very large in scale.
Nanao Island
Accessible via the Nanao Bridge; the island road and windmill area are suitable for an additional day of visit.
Suggested Stay and Route
- Recommended stay: 1-2 days.
- City opening area + Qiaopi Museum for one day; Chen Cihong's Former Residence and Nanao Island each need half a day to one day.
- It is more efficient to connect with other cities on the same theme; see the "Extended Routes" below.
Best Season
October to April; summer is typhoon season.
How to Get There and Intercity Transport
Chaoshan Station is a shared high-speed rail station, convenient for Chengzhou and Shantou; Nanao Island requires driving over the bridge.
Local Cuisine
Beef hotpot, oyster omelette, rice noodle soup, pig's blood soup, Chaoshan claypot porridge.
Local Tips
- Chaoshan beef hotpot focuses on the cut and cooking time; follow the restaurant's instructions. Check the weather before traveling during typhoon season.
Province
This entry belongs to Guangdong (2 ready-made routes); you can compare all routes in the province on the province page.
