Dapeng New District is set to get its first Metro connection as Phase III of Shenzhen Metro Line 8 moves closer to completion, the iDapeng WeChat account announced recently.
Phase I of the Dapeng Bay Marine Test Field — Tuyang Open-sea Test Zone will begin trial operations July 15, the iDapeng WeChat account announced recently.
A new eco-friendly cycling path in the Xichong International Dark Sky Community was unveiled June 28, Nan’ao’s first such trail. A cycling event was held to celebrate its launch, with over 100 cycling enthusiasts and tourists gathering at Xichong Beach No. 1 to become the first to experience the scenic 15-kilometer route.
China’s first-ever open-water marathon swimming competition during the 15th National Games will take place on Nov. 5 and 6 at Nan’ao’s Juediaosha Beach in Dapeng New District. Over 100 athletes will brave the waves in this ecological gem known as the “glass sea,” marking a milestone in the 66-year history of the Games.
The Department of Ecology and Environment of Guangdong Province has unveiled 16 ecological tourism itineraries, each highlighting unique natural and cultural elements across 16 cities. Let’s explore the Dapeng itinerary, which mainly features coastal promenades and beaches —ideal for a relaxing getaway: Dongchong and Xichong — Yangmeikeng — Observatory Coastal Boardwalk — Jiaochangwei.
A wild species new to Shenzhen was recently discovered on a coastal hill in Dapeng New District during a biodiversity survey conducted by the Dapeng Administration of the Shenzhen Municipal Ecology and Environment Bureau. The species, Gmelina hainanensis, is on level 2 of the State protection list.
China First Automobile Group Co. Ltd. (China FAW) has launched its flying car headquarters project in Dapeng New District, as reported by the iDapeng WeChat account on June 14. On June 13, Dapeng New District, together with the Shenzhen Municipal Industry and Information Technology Bureau (Shenzhen Municipal New Energy Vehicle Industry Office), the Shenzhen Municipal Transportation Bureau, and China FAW, held a signing ceremony for a cooperation framework agreement on the innovative development of the flying car industry.
To mark the 17th annual World Oceans Day which fell on June 8, a series of events promoting ocean conservation were jointly held by the Nan’ao Youth League Committee of Dapeng New District, Blue Fin Ecological Marine Conservation Organization, and the Shenzhen Water Search and Rescue Association recently.
A hometown association market carnival was held in Victoria Park, Hong Kong, from June 1 to 5. Among the highlights was the appearance of Nan’ao sea urchin zongzi, an intangible cultural heritage delicacy from Dapeng New District, celebrating the just past Dragon Boat Festival. The event featured Zhang, an inheritor of this traditional craft, who demonstrated the intricate techniques and processes behind making sea urchin zongzi.
Shenzhen as a city has a history of less than 50 years, but human activity here may date back more than 3,500 years. Situated in Diefu Village in Dapeng New District, the site was discovered in 1981 during an archaeological survey conducted by Shenzhen Museum. Findings from Xiantouling Site suggested that Shenzhen’s cultural history began 6,000 to 7,000 years ago, indicating that the Pearl River civilization is no younger than those of the Yellow River and Yangtze River.
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