If you have already visited Hong Kong Disneyland and Ocean Park yet still looking for something new to explore, Shenzhen OCT East would be a good choice. As China’s first Special Economic Zone, Shenzhen is a now one of the largest and wealthiest cities in China. It is located immediately north of Hong Kong so it’s easy to travel between these two cities.
Overseas Chinese Town (OCT) East is located in Dameisha, Yantian District, roughly a 50-minute ride from downtown by bus or taxi. Best known as “Swiss mountain” theme park and resort complex in Shenzhen, it offers rides, golf, dance show, luxury hotels, restaurants, spas and a Swiss village where you could spend most of your day or even a week! It is suggested to arrive early to beat the long entry lines of visitors on weekends or holidays.
With an area of almost 9 square kilometers, you’ll surely need to get a map before starting your tour. There are three major theme parks in OCT East: Knight Valley, Tea Stream Valley and Wind Valley and each theme park contains various attractions for leisure and fun.
Knight Valley
Once you enter, the first park you will arrive is Knight Valley. Go to Water Park to experience fantastic water entertainment activities: u-shaped slide, wave pool and indoor drifting. If you prefer quiet stroll outdoor, you should not miss Rapids Forest which has China’s largest coastal waterfall with width of 300m and drop of 42m. Seafield Village is another good spot for walking. It is an American-style town with wine culture theme where you can treat yourself with tasty food and wine.
Tea Stream Valley
Wetland Garden is the first stop where you can enjoy the botanical garden and beautiful flower fields. Next, proceed to Interlaken Town, the famous “Swiss town” which was constructed in accordance with the European style. Its romantic charm attracts many newly-wed couples to come here for taking wedding photos. In Ancient Tea Town, you may watch a tea ceremony performed by an elegant tea master and immerse yourself in the beautiful sceneries of tea fields and bamboo forest.
Wind Valley
If you like to play golf, Wind Valley is just the place for you. It has two high-grade 18-hole golf courses and a driving range with 66 hitting bays.
Show
There is one dance show about stories of Chinese tea culture and one live-action stunt show simulating a Hollywood action movie.
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