Chaozhou is a nationally renowned historical and cultural city in eastern Guangdong, known as the 'Famous State of Linghai' and 'Coastal Zou Lu', and is the birthplace of Teochew culture. Key attractions include Guangji Bridge (one of China’s four ancient bridges, featuring a retractable structure of '18 shuttle boats and 24 isles'), Paifang Street (23 Ming and Qing stone archways and a historic arcade street), Kaiyuan Temple (a Tang dynasty ancient temple, known as 'the foremost ancient temple in eastern Guangdong'), Han Wen Gong Shrine, and traditional residences in Jia Di Lane. The cuisine is famous for exquisite Teochew dishes, must-try items include braised goose with master stock, beef hotpot, oyster omelette, beef ball rice noodle soup, as well as snacks like rice noodle soup with mixed ingredients, steamed rice bowls, sweet sesame dumplings, all paired with Phoenix Dancong Gongfu tea, showcasing the finest Lingnan flavours.