The whole of China can be toured in Shenzhen… almost literally. Splendid China offers visitors a glimpse of China’s 100 main attractions in miniature replicas laid out according to their geographical positions. And then, there is a similar Window on the World theme park, where you almost imagine Lilliputians frolicking among the scaled-down Taj Mahals and Pyramids.
But lest you dismiss Shenzhen for such frivolity, this Special Economic Zone plays a significant part in China’s experimental delve into 'capitalism'. Economic growth and urbanisation has propelled Shenzhen into a popular shopping destination and gourmet haven. It has become the de rigueur stopover for visitors with a day to spare from touring Hong Kong, where inexpensive prices give you a good run for your renminbi. You may even get some serious pampering in the form of a massage package on a shoestring. To explore this Chinese city along the Pearl River Delta, book a hotel in Shenzhen now.
