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Yuexiu

district, Guangzhou, China
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Yuexiu is a central district in Guangzhou, China, serving as the city's commercial and financial hub. It is also home to provincial and municipal government offices. The district contains major hotels, department stores, and cinemas. Historically, it was part of the Old City dating back to the Ming dynasty.

Key landmarks in Yuexiu include the Huaisheng Mosque, one of China's oldest mosques, and the Buddhist Temple of the Six Banyan Trees. Yuexiu Park, a large green space, features artificial lakes and a pagoda housing the Guangzhou Municipal Museum. The Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall is also located nearby. The district was expanded in 2005 with the addition of the former Dongshan district.1

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  1. Guangzhou - Old City districts
  2. Guangzhou - Other districts

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