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Top 4 International Obstetricians and Gynecologists in Shenzhen

August 10, 2020 by Sapore di Cina 1 Comment

Obstetricians and Gynecologists in Shenzhen

  1. International SOS
  2. Vista-SK
  3. HKU-Shenzhen Hospital
  4. HarMoniCare Shenzhen Women’s and Children’s Hospital

Do you live in Shenzhen and plan to visit international obstetrics or gynecologists?

Despite being a financial hub and one of China’s biggest cities, Shenzhen doesn’t have as many clinics with expertise in these fields compared to places like Shanghai and Beijing. It’s not strange, as Shenzhen developed later and is comparably smaller.

With that said, you still have a handful of trustful options available. In this article, we list some of the leading obstetricians and gynecologists in Shenzhen. We review their history, services, and what makes them unique. Let’s get started. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Live in China, Medical Clinics Tagged With: Guangdong, Shenzhen

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Top 4 International Pediatricians in Shenzhen

July 27, 2020 by Sapore di Cina Leave a Comment

Pediatricians in Shenzhen

  1. The International SOS Shenzhen
  2. Wellem
  3. Vista-SK
  4. Raffles Medical Shenzhen

Do you live in Shenzhen and currently look for pediatricians? Shenzhen has plenty of clinics that offer services in pediatrics, but it’s not always easy to find the best options. It can be a hassle, especially for families who need to find a reliable service provider fast.

To give you a helping hand, we have written this article where we list some of the leading international pediatricians in Shenzhen. You can find a link to their websites as well as information about their office addresses. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Live in China, Medical Clinics Tagged With: Guangdong, Shenzhen

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Top 4 International Ophthalmologists & Optometrists in Shenzhen

June 30, 2020 by Sapore di Cina Leave a Comment

Ophthalmologists & Optometrists Shenzhen

  1. Shenzhen AIER Eye Hospital
  2. EuroEyes Laser Eye Surgery Center
  3. Shenzhen Huaxia Eye Hospital
  4. C-MER Dennis Lam Eye Hospital

Shenzhen is one of the biggest metropolises in China and has grown from as little as 60,000 inhabitants to more than 10 million in less than a few decades. Along with this meteoric rise and Shenzhen’s new status as being one of China’s financial centers, foreigners have poured into Shenzhen in great numbers.

We’ve seen an increased demand for not only international schools, Western restaurants but also hospitals, including ophthalmologists and optometrists. If you live in Shenzhen or plan to move there and look for an ophthalmologist or optometrist, you’ve come to the right place.

In this article, we list some of the leading and most popular ophthalmologists and optometrists that are based in Shenzhen. Let’s start and review one of the biggest clinics. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Live in China, Medical Clinics Tagged With: Guangdong, Shenzhen

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Top 6 International Dental Clinics in Shenzhen

June 10, 2020 by Sapore di Cina Leave a Comment

International Dental Clinics in Shenzhen

  1. U-Family Dental Clinic in Shenzhen
  2. Arrail Dental
  3. AKJ Dental
  4. Viva-Dental
  5. Dental Bauhinia
  6. Eco-Dental

Shenzhen is famed for growing from around 59,000 inhabitants in 1980 to 12.5-23.3 million, depending on how you define it. Shenzhen has truly transformed from being a small village to becoming the tech-hub of China, where multinationals like Apple have large operations.

Over the years, many foreigners and expats have relocated to Shenzhen and we’ve seen a greater demand for high-quality dental services since. Whether you plan to move to Shenzhen or currently live there and look for an international dental clinic, don’t look any further.

In this article, we list some of the most reputable and popular dental clinics among foreigners in Shenzhen. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Live in China, Medical Clinics Tagged With: Guangdong, Shenzhen

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The 20 Top Things to See and Do in Shenzhen

April 15, 2020 by Vanessa Anderson 23 Comments

top things to see and do in shenzhen

Travel to Shenzhen – Index

  1. Getting around Shenzhen
  2. When to visit Shenzhen
  3. How long to stay in Shenzhen
  4. A word on visas
  5. Nanshan District
  6. Futian District
  7. Luohu District
  8. Longgang District
  9. Pingshan District
  10. Longhua District
  11. Dapeng Penninsula
  12. Frequently asked questions

Before you begin

Just across the border from Hong Kong on the Chinese mainland, lies the first tier city of Shenzhen, where around 15 million people live, work and entertain themselves.

Whether visiting or living in Shenzhen, this article will introduce some of the better scenic spots, historic sites and themed attractions. Shenzhen is a sprawling city covering ten districts, so you’ll need to plan carefully to make the most of your time – places to see are listed by district to make this easier.

Depending on your expectations, you may find some attractions quite touristy and possibly even tacky – but that’s the nature of Chinese entertainment. Take time to look beyond this, and you are likely to have some great experiences and get to sample the unique and wonderful culture that China offers.

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Filed Under: Travel around China Tagged With: Guangdong, Shenzhen, Travel in China

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Living and working in Shenzhen: The Complete Guide

May 28, 2019 by Sapore di Cina 3 Comments

Living and working in Shenzhen

This guide is a collection of resources and practical advice for living in Shenzhen.

Living and Working in Shenzhen – Index

  1. Cost of living in Shenzhen
  2. The transportation system in Shenzhen
  3. Weather in Shenzhen
  4. Where to live in Shenzhen
  5. Tourism in Shenzhen
  6. Hospitals and clinics in Shenzhen
  7. Schools and universities in Shenzhen
  8. Shopping in Shenzhen
  9. Addresses and useful numbers in Shenzhen
  10. Forums and directories of Shenzhen
  11. Frequently asked questions

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Filed Under: Live in China Tagged With: Guangdong, Shenzhen, Work in China

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How to Obtain the 5-Days Visa (VOA) for Shenzhen

January 9, 2019 by Daniel De La Fuente 13 Comments

5-day visa shenzhen

Temporary visas for Shenzhen are issued for tourism purposes only. In the article below, we go into further details and update the information offered in our previous article on business visas, as well as give answers to the following questions.

How to Obtain the 5-Days Visa (VOA) for Shenzhen – Index

  1. Why visit Shenzhen?
  2. Who can get a temporary visa for Shenzhen?
  3. Where can I get a temporary visa for Shenzhen?
  4. What are the requirements for obtaining a temporary visa and how much does it cost?
  5. How long does the temporary visa last and how many entries does it allow?
  6. What are the steps for requesting a visa?
  7. With this temporary visa, can I visit other Chinese cities in addition to Shenzhen?
  8. Can I get this visa at my embassy or consulate?
  9. Does this visa allow me to work in China?
  10. Can I get a similar visa at the border between Macao and Zhuhai?

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Filed Under: Travel around China, Visas Tagged With: Guangdong, Hong Kong SAR, Shenzhen, Travel in China

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Traveling to Guangdong, the Province of Guangzhou and Shenzhen

May 4, 2018 by Gianluca Falso 2 Comments

Traveling to Guangdong

Guangdong is the region that best represents Chinese history in recent centuries: it took on the role of a protagonist during the arrival of Europeans in China, it was the base in 1911 where the revolutionary party of Sun Yatsen saw the disintegration of the longest empire in history, was the headquarters of both the nationalist and communist parties; and it was actually the economic powerhouse of the region that launched the conditions for the Chinese economic miracle and for the exponential growth of the country.

Among the first five special economic zones (FTZ) it was founded along the coast of Guangdong, and the trip to the region from then president Deng Xiaoping held in 1992 definitively ushered in the beginning of a new epoch for the People’s Republic of China.

Why go to Guangdong

The region’s tropical climate makes almost every time of year a good time to visit, and going to Guangdong will allow you to taste the slow rhythms of the inhabitants’ life, always with a cup of tea and a deck of cards at their side, tasting everywhere the exquisite dim sum (a vast gamut of Chinese dishes such as won tons served with tea), losing themselves in the colonial neighborhoods of the capital Guangzhou and its food and antique markets. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Travel around China Tagged With: Guangdong, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Travel in China

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Study Chinese in Shenzhen – Best Private Schools and Universities

April 10, 2018 by Sapore di Cina Leave a Comment

Study Chineses in Shenzhen

Before you begin

This article is intended for people that live in Shenzhen or are thinking about moving there and want to study Chinese. We will analyze the best public and private schools for studying Chinese in the city. Plus, we will go over the pros and cons of studying Chinese in Shenzhen.

If you want a more general overview of studying Chinese in China, I recommend that you read this article first.

Click here to get up to 5 free quotations to study Chinese in Shenzhen!

Study Chinese in Shenzhen – Index

  1. Pros of studying Chinese in Shenzhen
  2. Cons of studying Chinese in Shenzhen
  3. Private schools in Shenzhen
  4. The best universities for studying Chinese in Shenzhen
  5. Free quotation request

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Filed Under: Learn Chinese Tagged With: Guangdong, Learn Chinese, Shenzhen

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Crafting Beer for China

July 27, 2015 by Blue Heron MacCormack 8 Comments

craft beer

Do you enjoy beer?

I don’t mean the stuff that was invented because it was safer to drink than water, I mean really good beer! Maybe, you’ve never experienced a beer with such complexity and balance that it should be savored like a fine wine. A beer that needs to “open up” a bit as it settles into the glass, and as you take your first sip you breathe in the aroma of hops and malt.

A beer that, like wine, to fully enjoy it you have to educate yourself a little (or rely on a knowledgeable server) if you are going to find the flavors that tingle your unique palate. If you haven’t yet, then you should, and know that you’re not alone. You can join hundreds of millions of Chinese who have yet to discover craft beer.

Like many places in the world, China has been brewing beer since the beginning of time. Well, at least far enough back to cause a debate. And like other places in the world, it served its purpose then fell out of favor for some other alcoholic beverage. But now China is back on beer, and is the largest beer consuming country on the planet.

Yes, it’s true, when you have a billion plus people you are the largest consumer of many things. But that also means it’s an exciting time for the craft brewers of China. However, only time will tell whether they can follow the same trend as other beer drinking countries like the US, Japan, and the numerous other countries. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Asian Food Tagged With: Business with China, Shenzhen, Travel in China

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The Best Hotels in Shenzhen, the Most Modern City of China

June 26, 2015 by Sapore di Cina 4 Comments

Shenzhen is one of the biggest cities in China and choosing where to stay can be extremely difficult. This guide is a selection of some of best hotels in Shenzhen, whatever your budget may be.

If your looking for general recommendations on booking hotels in China you can click here to read our guide.

Reviews of Luxury Hotels (5 Star) inShenzhen

Sheraton Shenzhen Futian Hotel


The Sheraton Shenzhen Futian Hotel is an imposing building and the staff aims to keep its guests impressed once inside. There is easy access to the metro and English and Korean speaking staff will happily arrange tours and transfers to the airport 30 minutes away. There is plenty of variety; restaurants, bars and lounges with free Wi-Fi in public areas. A golf course is within 3kms but internally there are indoor and outdoor pools, a games room, tennis, billiards, karaoke, a fitness center and spa. Kids are well catered for with their own pool. Businessmen have meeting room services and a business center. However it fairly expensive and some of the details need more attention.

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Filed Under: Hotels in Asia Tagged With: Guangdong, Hotels in China, Shenzhen

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Getting around Shenzhen – The Complete Guide

May 4, 2015 by Vanessa Anderson 5 Comments

Shenzhen TaxiA distinctive Shenzhen Taxi

In 2014 Shenzhen was ranked as the most crowded city in China and there are now more than 15 million people living here across seven districts. Somewhat surprisingly the transportation systems manage to cope well with the growing population as the government continues to expand the travel networks across the city. With a little patience and a little knowledge you can expect to move fairly effortlessly from one destination to another.

P.s. If you need an hotel in Shenzhen, here you find our recommendations.

Shenzhen Metro

The Shenzhen Metro is probably one of the most convenient and easy to understand methods of travel. Fast and efficient subway trains run every 3 to 5 minutes and currently five lines can transfer you to most popular destinations in the city. The subway and trains offer a very high standard of clean, safe and easy travel and stations are announced in both Mandarin and English. Metro tickets are priced according to the distance traveled, and fares vary from 2 Yuan to 11 Yuan. Children under six get to travel free if accompanied by an adult. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Travel around China Tagged With: Shenzhen, Travel in China

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Bordering on Hong Kong: The easiest routes in and out of Shenzhen

April 6, 2015 by Vanessa Anderson 40 Comments

Shekou Ferry TerminalShekou Ferry Terminal, Shenzhen, China

At first glance, it’s hard to believe that the Chinese city of Shenzhen, situated directly north of Hong Kong on mainland China, was nothing more than a sleepy fishing village back in 1979. This area became China’s first, and one of its most successful, Special Economic Zones and is a thriving metropolis. In fact Shenzhen is now considered one of the fastest growing cities in the world.

The Brits may have handed Hong Kong back to China, but it still retains its status as a “Special Administrative Region of China”. So don’t expect to pop over to Shenzhen without a valid Chinese visa – all visitors to Shenzhen from Hong Kong have to pass through customs and immigration at any of the border crossings, regardless of their nationality! [Read more…]

Filed Under: Hong Kong SAR, Travel around China Tagged With: Hong Kong SAR, Shenzhen, Travel in China

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