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Lovers Road
Zhuhai's iconic 28-kilometer coastal promenade, offering stunning sea views and access to major landmarks like Fisher Girl statue.
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Zhuhai's history is deeply connected to the Pearl River Delta's maritime heritage. The area was originally a collection of fishing villages and small islands, inhabited by the Baiyue people since ancient times.
During the Tang Dynasty (618-907), the area was part of Dongguan County and served as a stopping point for maritime trade routes. Fishermen and salt makers formed the backbone of the local economy.
The name "Zhuhai" (Pearl Sea) was officially established in 1953 when Zhuhai County was created, referring to the area's location at the Pearl River estuary. The region remained relatively undeveloped until China's economic reforms.
In 1980, Zhuhai was designated as one of China's first Special Economic Zones, alongside Shenzhen. This transformed the fishing town into a modern city with foreign investment and international trade. The SEZ policy brought rapid development and infrastructure construction.
Over the decades, Zhuhai has evolved from an industrial zone to a tourism and high-tech hub. The opening of Chimelong Ocean Kingdom in 2014 and the completion of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge in 2018 further boosted the city's international profile.
Today, Zhuhai balances economic development with environmental protection, maintaining its reputation as one of China's most livable cities with excellent air quality and green spaces.
