'''Foshan''' (___R Fosh?n) is an industrial city near Guangzhou.
Get in
By bus
There are coaches that arrive in Foshan from Guangzhou every fifteen minutes. It takes approximately one hour to get there from Guangzhou. It will cost approximately \10-20.
By train
There is a train station in Foshan.
By plane
The closest large airport is the '''New Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport''' (___B___]__?__?, {{IATA|CAN}}, {{ICAO|ZGGG}}, [http://www.baiyunairport.com/english/index.jsp]). You can fly into that airport and get to Foshan by bus.
Get around
Since Foshan is a very dense and industrial city with very few foreign tourists, getting around can be a challenge. Fortunately, the main part of the city has many shopping centers, stores, attractions and restaurants within a 20 minute walk. However, if you are not familiar with the area the best way to get around the city would be by Taxi. Driving a car or riding a motorcycle is not recommended unless you are used to the hectic traffic typical in dense Chinese cities.
By taxi
This is the most convenient way to get around Foshan since they can be found all over. However, most taxis are filled during rush hour or when it is raining meaning you'll have to wait a while to find one that's available. You will know that a taxi is available when the small red "__? For Hire" sign is raised up on the dashboard. The fares are very inexpensive by Western standards, it starts at \7 for the first 2.6 kilometers and increases by \1 increments as you go farther. Drivers are supposed to add a \1 fuel surcharge to the fare displayed on the meter, but some may forget to do this. Most drivers speak Cantonese, though many only speak Mandarin (though they can usually understand Cantonese). It is very rare to find a taxi driver who can speak or even understand English so it is best to have your destination written or printed out in Chinese characters if you cannot speak Chinese. Some of the locations in this guide are have their names shown in Chinese characters.
By bus
The public bus system is the most inexpensive way to get around the city, the fare is only \2 (make sure you have exact change). Most of the busses are modern and air conditioned. However, the bus system is only recommended if you are familiar with the routes and the city or if you know ahead of time exactly which bus to take and which stop to get off. Most people will not know any English so you will have trouble finding directions if you get lost and can't speak Chinese.
See
'''Zumiao Temple'''
'''Liangyuan Park'''. Formerly the residence of the Liang clan, the park is actually a large garden housing a number of traditional Chinese-style buildings. Well worth a visit.
'''Zhongshan Park''' (___R__?). Located along the Fenjiang River, the park offers nine specific scenic areas and family entertainment facilities.
'''Taocicheng''' (___I__). A small village with a long tradition of pottery making. An excellent place to find some pieces of traditional-style Chinese porcelain.
'''Leigang Park'''. located in the center of Nanhai. The park hosts children's attractions and a large lake.
'''Lotus World''' (_______E). Sanshui's Lotus World is the largest lotus ecological park in the world
'''Renshou Temple''', Zumiao Road. Founded in 1925. The temple originally belonged to the Vajrayana school, but later was converted into a Chan (Zen) temple. Houses a an exotic pagoda, and is an interesting mix of colorful Vajaryana icons and simple Chan aesthetics.
'''Shiwan's Nanfeng Ancient Furnace''', founded during Zhengde period of Ming Dynasty(1506-1521). A reminder of Foshan's once great porcelain industry.
Buy
Bai Hua Square is one of the tall building in Foshan and has a great shopping mall with restaurants offering Japanese and continental cuisine. It's located near Foshan Hotel and Zu Miao temple.
Eat
Drink
The bar areas are scattered in different locations in Foshan. The most famous chill out area is near Jihua garden called Jiuba jie.
A couple of decent clubs include: Mini Club, Unlimited and Rave Party
Sleep
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