The pearl-holding Fisher Maiden has witnessed many splendors
Created in 1982, the Fisher Maiden sculpture is the symbol of Zhuhai. Voluptuously outstretched above the waves curving into Xianglu Bay in the eastern downtown section of Xiangzhou, she extends a glistening silver pearl toward the heavens, symbolizing enlightenment for locals and people beyond the seas. [Photos courtesy WeChat ID: zhxiangzhou]
The pearl-holding Fisher Maiden has witnessed many splendors
Created in 1982, the Fisher Maiden sculpture is the symbol of Zhuhai. Voluptuously outstretched above the waves curving into Xianglu Bay in the eastern downtown section of Xiangzhou, she extends a glistening silver pearl toward the heavens, symbolizing enlightenment for locals and people beyond the seas. [Photos courtesy WeChat ID: zhxiangzhou]
Sun & Moon Scallop landmark emerges
Yeli Island off the coast of Xiangzhou District was not easily accessible in the 1980s but this has become a thing of the past. Haiyan Bridge, which opened in 1995 as the only passage to the island, is currently being replaced with a new span to deal with ever-increasing numbers of people eager to admire the picturesque scenery, enjoy the music at the Zhuhai Opera House and explore other fun activities at Hi City. [Photos courtesy WeChat ID: zhuhaifabu, VCG]
Sun & Moon Scallop landmark emerges
Yeli Island off the coast of Xiangzhou District was not easily accessible in the 1980s but this has become a thing of the past. Haiyan Bridge, which opened in 1995 as the only passage to the island, is currently being replaced with a new span to deal with ever-increasing numbers of people eager to admire the picturesque scenery, enjoy the music at the Zhuhai Opera House and explore other fun activities at Hi City. [Photos courtesy WeChat ID: zhuhaifabu, VCG]
Easier transportation, greener travel
Buses in 1970s in Zhuhai were merely a means of transportation but today they are a comfortable experience using only electricity as their source of energy, benefitting passengers and the environment. [Photos courtesy WeChat ID: zhuhaibus]
Easier transportation, greener travel
Buses in 1970s in Zhuhai were merely a means of transportation but today they are a comfortable experience using only electricity as their source of energy, benefitting passengers and the environment. [Photos courtesy WeChat ID: zhuhaibus]
Cityscape upgraded, charm enhanced
Xianglu Bay is thronged with fun-lovers all year round and its iconic Lovers Avenue and high-rise blocks only add to its charm. [Photo by Huang Lijian (L), VCG]
Cityscape upgraded, charm enhanced
Xianglu Bay is thronged with fun-lovers all year round and its iconic Lovers Avenue and high-rise blocks only add to its charm. [Photo by Huang Lijian (L), VCG]
Bustling Gongbei Checkpoint improves connectivity
Crowds rarely formed at Gongbei Checkpoint in the early 1980s but the Chinese mainland's main portal to Macao has become the busiest of its kind in China, leading the country in crossings for seven consecutive years. [Photos courtesy WeChat ID: zhuhaifabu, VCG]
Bustling Gongbei Checkpoint improves connectivity
Crowds rarely formed at Gongbei Checkpoint in the early 1980s but the Chinese mainland's main portal to Macao has become the busiest of its kind in China, leading the country in crossings for seven consecutive years. [Photos courtesy WeChat ID: zhuhaifabu, VCG]
Planes in the air, Zhuhai known to the world
The China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition, also known as Airshow China, debuted in 1996 and has been held every two years since then in Zhuhai, the permanent host city. The 2018 edition attracted at least 770 exhibitors from 43 countries and regions as well as 140,000 businesspeople and 240,000 other visitors. [Photos courtesy WeChat ID: zhuhaifabu, Xinhua]
Planes in the air, Zhuhai known to the world
The China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition, also known as Airshow China, debuted in 1996 and has been held every two years since then in Zhuhai, the permanent host city. The 2018 edition attracted at least 770 exhibitors from 43 countries and regions as well as 140,000 businesspeople and 240,000 other visitors. [Photos courtesy WeChat ID: zhuhaifabu, Xinhua]
Hengqin embracing greater opportunity
Hengqin, only a stone's throw from Macao, has experienced tremendous changes over the past decades. The Guangdong Pilot Free Trade Zone (FTZ) Hengqin Area became operational in 2015 and has cooperated with Macao to build a world-class tourism and leisure center and China-Portugal economic and trade platform. [Photos courtesy WeChat ID: zhuhaifabu]
Hengqin embracing greater opportunity
Hengqin, only a stone's throw from Macao, has experienced tremendous changes over the past decades. The Guangdong Pilot Free Trade Zone (FTZ) Hengqin Area became operational in 2015 and has cooperated with Macao to build a world-class tourism and leisure center and China-Portugal economic and trade platform. [Photos courtesy WeChat ID: zhuhaifabu]
International city gets modern look
The left photo, taken in 1991, is a record of early development in Gongbei soon after the Banzhang Mt Tunnel opened. The Guangdong Regency Hotel (Yuehai Jiudian) and Yindo (Grand Jasper) Hotel were the landmarks in the area. Today's Gongbei is embracing additional changes marked by many high-rise buildings. It is also widening the Banzhang Mt Tunnel to ease traffic flow. [Photo by Huang Lijian (L), Cai Zhenfeng (R)]
International city gets modern look
The left photo, taken in 1991, is a record of early development in Gongbei soon after the Banzhang Mt Tunnel opened. The Guangdong Regency Hotel (Yuehai Jiudian) and Yindo (Grand Jasper) Hotel were the landmarks in the area. Today's Gongbei is embracing additional changes marked by many high-rise buildings. It is also widening the Banzhang Mt Tunnel to ease traffic flow. [Photo by Huang Lijian (L), Cai Zhenfeng (R)]
