Haizhu

district, Guangzhou, China

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Haizhu is a district located on the south bank of the Pearl River in Guangzhou, China. Historically, it was characterized by industrial centers and residential areas. However, since the late 1980s, Haizhu has seen a significant shift towards business and financial services.1

A key development in Haizhu is the Guangzhou International Convention and Exhibition Center on Pazhou Island, which hosts major trade shows and has boosted the district's commerce and tourism sectors. The district is also home to the south campus of Sun Yat-sen University and the Pearl River Film Studio.1

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