Shenzhen, China

Why go


• Themed parks, most notably the China Folk Culture Village, Splendid China, Happy Valley, and Safari Park.
• Wine-and-dine destinations at the chic urban jungles in Shenzhen.
• Retail therapy at Shenzhen’s posh shopping destinations.


What you need to know


Climate: Subtropical
Area: Sub-provincial–2,050 sq km, Urban–395.81 sq km
Population: Sub-provincial–8,615,500, Urban–4,000,000
Density: Sub-provincial–4,202/sq km, Urban–10,105/sq km
Ethnic group: Han
Elevation: 25 m


Did you know that…Shenzhen is home to the first special economic zone in China?


Where to stay


To find the best hotels in Shenzhen see the Visiting China special feature on Shenzhen Hotels.