Located on the southeastern coast of Guangdong and facing the South China Sea, Shantou City is a vibrant tapestry where cultures meet. Its character is etched into the landscape: the sweeping coastline and cross-sea bridges reveal its bond with the ocean, while the century-old Qilou (an architectural style of arcaded buildings) streets stand as silent witnesses to its mercantile prosperity and overseas migration.
This photo collection captures Shantou at sunset, when the city is bathed in deep, burnished gold. The light illuminates the Qilou and sets the harbor aglow. From the cable car, the inner bay and skyline unfold in a single, radiant view. More than just a sunset, it is a quiet daily ritual where Shantou's past and present converge in fleeting golden light.
Author | He Fengyu
Photo | Shantou Fabu
Editor | Huang Qini, James Campion, Shen He
