
"Look, look! Saturn's rings! They're getting clearer!" On Nov. 24, at the self-service observation area of the Shenzhen Astronomical Observatory located in Xichong Community, Anzelika Smirnova, a Latvian influencer well-versed in Chinese culture, was overjoyed like a child, gazing at the beautiful planet Saturn through a 20.3cm aperture telescope.
Dapeng New District, nestled between the Daya Bay to the east and Dapeng Bay to the west, is Shenzhen’s ecological special zone. Leveraging its unique geographical advantages, Dapeng is rapidly developing into a world-class coastal eco-tourism destination. By attracting diverse talent, connecting premium resources, and cultivating a supportive environment, it has become a powerful “talent magnet.”
A targeted conservation campaign led by the Dapeng New District administration has successfully facilitated the wild breeding of China’s largest butterfly, the Common Birdwing.
Dapeng New District’s targeted approach to international talent recruitment has yielded significant results, with the New District’s chosen entrants securing top honors at the industrial finals of 9th China Shenzhen Innovation and Entrepreneurship International Competition.
The 27th China Hi-Tech Fair (CHTF) concluded at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center in Bao’an District on Nov. 16. Spanning 400,000 square meters, the three-day fair featured specialized zones, including one for major national sci-tech equipment, and attracted over 5,000 renowned companies and international organizations from more than 100 countries and regions.
Elite marathon swimmers became the biggest cheerleaders for the stunning Judiaosha Beach, dubbed as "Glass Sea," in Dapeng New District during the 15th National Games on Nov. 6, heaping praise on the crystal-clear waters that provided a breathtaking backdrop for their race.
To ensure the safety and smooth operation of the 15th National Games, the Shenzhen Astronomical Observatory has announced it will temporarily close its reservation-only areas to visitors on Nov. 8, 9, 20, and 21.
Sea urchin meat, hidden within a black, thorny, round shell, is often served as a delicacy with fried rice. But have you ever tried a zongzi filled with sea urchin?During Shenzhen International Marine Week 2025, a "Taste the Ocean" series event held at Dapeng Fortress on Nov. 1 and 2 gave expats and local residents the chance to taste this special dish and learn how to make it.
The National Development and Reform Commission officially released the first list of high-quality outdoor sports destinations Oct. 24, with Dapeng Peninsula making the list. This achievement reflects Shenzhen’s systematic integration of premium natural resources, including the Dapeng Peninsula, Maluan Mountain – Wutong Mountain trails, Kunpeng Trail, and coastal cycling routes.
The Hetang Wetland Park in Nan’ao, Dapeng New District is one of the best destinations for viewing pink hair grass. The park has been transformed into a dreamy sea of pink as its 7,000-square-meter pink hair grass enters full bloom. This plant, also known as pink muhly grass (Muhlenbergia capillaris), is a clump-forming perennial grass renowned for its appealing summer foliage and spectacular clouds of fall flowers.