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Exploring Shenzhen Natural History Museum

Shenzhen Natural History Museum, which opened July 28 in Pingshan District, has quickly become a new summer-holiday hotspot, drawing many visitors to come and check it out.

Shenzhen Natural History Museum

The Shenzhen Natural History Museum officially opened to the public on July 28. Located in the Yanzi Lake area of Pingshan District, the museum features eight permanent exhibition halls: Cosmos, Earth, Evolution, Dinosaur, Human, Biology, Ecology and Homeland.

Chasing lotus blooms across Guangdong

As summer reaches its peak, lotus flowers are in full bloom across Guangdong. From vibrant lotus festivals to tranquil lotus ponds, the blooming season will not last long, so don't miss out! Here are some of the province's most beautiful places to enjoy lotus blooms this summer.

Shenzhen reports cleaner air and stronger environmental performance

Shenzhen recorded continued improvements in air quality, water quality and carbon reduction in 2025, according to the city's annual environmental report released this week, highlighting progress as China concluded its 14th Five-Year Plan (2021–2025).

Bridges over urbanity: How Shenzhen is making room for nature

Shenzhen has found a practical way to protect biodiversity without pushing nature out of the city. By building ecological trails and wildlife passages, and managing green spaces with care, the city has created “dual trails” — shared routes where people can enjoy nature and wild animals can move safely. These efforts leave enough room for wildlife to live, migrate and thrive alongside humans.

Shenzhen explores distinctive path for biodiversity conservation in urban areas

This undated screenshot from a video clip taken by an infrared camera shows a leopard cat walking through Kunpeng Trail No. 1 Bridge in Shenzhen, south China's Guangdong Province. In recent years, Shenzhen has explored a distinctive path for biodiversity conservation in urban areas by developing ecological trails, building eco-friendly facilities and implementing refined ecological management. These efforts have reserved sufficient space for wildlife habitats and migration routes, creating "dual trails" to support the harmonious coexistence of humans and wildlife.

The ultimate Spring cycling experience in Shenzhen

As spring awakens the great outdoors, it’s the perfect season for cyclists to hit the road again. The city comes alive with blooming flowers and fresh greenery, making every ride a visual delight. This year, Shenzhen is set to complete more than 500 kilometers of new cycling lanes and upgrade 25 parks — further enhancing your journey on two wheels.

Greater Bay Area flower show kicks off in Shenzhen, China's Guangdong

People take photos at a flower show in Shenzhen, south China's Guangdong Province, on March 27, 2026. The 2026 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) Flower Show kicked off on March 27 at Bijiashan Sports Park in Shenzhen, and will run until April 6.

Families discover Nanshan's biodiversity via green adventures

A group of children and parents recently traded the urban bustle for the serenity of Nanshan’s wilderness during a weekend nature education session at Xili Lake and Tanglang Mountain.

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