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Gankeng Ancient Town.

Gankeng Hakka Town Travel Tips: 1. Address: Jihua Street, Buji, Longgang District, Shenzhen, Guangdong Province. 2. Tickets: Gankeng Ancient Town is an open and free scenic area, no tickets are required. 3. Transportation: Take Shenzhen Metro Line 10 to Gankeng Station. 4. Food: In addition to specialty restaurants such as Xiaoliangmao Restaurant, Phoenix Hakka Restaurant, and Time Bus, the snack street Ganwei Lane offers a variety of snacks and Hakka dishes such as kiln chicken, as well as bars, coffee shops, and tea houses built in Hakka houses. 5. Hotels: Gankeng Ancient Town has well-developed tourism facilities. Dining and accommodation are very convenient, with themed hotels such as Nanxianglou, Phoenix Hakka Hotel, Xiaoliangmao Home, and Nanyang Inn, as well as many homestays built in residential houses. For an immersive experience of this Hakka town, consider staying for 1–2 days to enjoy the rich historical and cultural heritage and the tranquility and peace of the ancient town.

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Posted: Oct 22, 2024

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