SHENZHEN Bus Group has introduced an exciting addition to its sightseeing bus lines, the new Purple Line which operates in Longhua District.

Passengers can disembark at various attractions including the Guanlan Shanshuitianyuan Tourism and Culture Park, Guanlan Old Market, Memorial Hall of Chinese Cultural Celebrity Rescue, Guanlan Printmaking Village and Edixia Art Village. There are also stops at shopping centers such as Uniworld, Guanlan Rainbow Department Store, Longhua Rainbow Department Store and Hongshan 6979, as well as at the Shenzhen North Railway Station, the Longhua Culture and Sports Center, Longhua Urban Hall and the Auratic (Yong Feng Yuan) luxury ceramic company.

Many destinations showcase the cultural richness and artistic diversity in Longhua, offering tourists a blend of natural beauty, historical charm and creative inspiration. The Guanlan Shanshuitianyuan Tourism and Culture Park is known for its picturesque landscapes and recreational activities, making it an ideal place for relaxation.

Guanlan Old Market is a charming historic market. Stepping into the renovated site is like taking a stroll back in time. It offers a glimpse into traditional Hakka culture through its narrow alleys, old-style buildings, and a wide array of vendors selling local products and delicacies.

At Guanlan Printmaking Village and Edixia Art Village, artists and enthusiasts from around the world flock to numerous studios, workshops and galleries to explore their rich art heritage. At Guanlan Printmaking Village, one can also witness the intricate process of printmaking.

Previously, the Shenzhen Bus Group had five regular sightseeing bus lines (Red, Blue, Yellow, Orange and Green) and now this sixth line is one more that is strongly recommended for travelers who desire a one- or two-day city tour.

Each double-decker sightseeing bus has a transparent glass roof to ensure your enjoyment of the colorful sights in the city. With 24-hour or 48-hour tickets, you can take unlimited rides on the lines during the valid period of your tickets. Tourists can enjoy free audio guides on the sightseeing buses in eight languages, including Chinese, English, French and Japanese.

The Red and Blue Lines operate during the day, serving the areas of Luohu, Futian and Nanshan. For nighttime travel in these same districts, the Yellow Line is available. Traveling through Nanshan and Bao’an, the Orange Line provides convenient transportation. Lastly, the Green Line covers various locations in Luohu and Longgang, offering a comprehensive transportation solution.

When you buy tickets on a WeChat miniprogram, it will show you the nearest bus stop according to your location.

Bus hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (Red, Blue), 7-9:30 p.m. (Yellow), 11 a.m.-9 p.m. (Orange), 9 a.m.-8 p.m. (Green), 9 a.m.-7 p.m. (Purple)

Tickets: 50 yuan (valid for 24 hours), 80 yuan (valid for 48 hours), 30 yuan (for students younger than 18 and seniors aged 60 or up, valid for 24 hours), 34.9 yuan (one-time access on Yellow or Orange or Green), free for kids shorter than 1.4 meters

(Cao Zhen)