The lake
And waterfront paths.
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A leisure and shopping complex around a lake linked to Shenzhen Bay in the OCT tourist area, known in Chinese as «Happy Coast», bringing together restaurants, cafés, shops and theatres along open waterfront walkways. Its elegant low-rise buildings are spread around the lake and canals, and its paths link to Shenzhen Bay Park and the mangroves, so it feels like a seaside resort in the middle of the city. In the evening the buildings and walkways light up and water and light shows are held on some nights, making it one of Shenzhen's loveliest spots for an evening out with the family. Entry is free, and it's busiest in the evening and at weekends. It's a short walk from Splendid China and Window of the World; many restaurants serve pork and alcohol, so ask about ingredients.
And waterfront paths.
Light and water.
On the water.
OCT area, Nanshan District, on Shenzhen Bay
Shenzhen Bay ParkA long coastal park along the shore of Shenzhen Bay, covering about 108 hectares7 minutes walk4.8
Splendid China Folk VillageA theme park on Shenzhen Bay that brings all of China to one place, in two parts10 minutes walk4.3
Window of the WorldOne of China's best-known theme parks, holding about 130 scaled-down replicas of24 minutes walk4.5Yes; it's at its best in the evening, when the walkways light up and water shows run on some nights, close to Splendid China.