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Xinghai Square

Southside Beach Scenic Area, Shahekou District, Dalian 116023, China
Ranked #3 of 210 attractions in Dalian
4.5 of 5 stars 235 Reviews
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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indonesia
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012

I went to Dalian for an internship. I found Dalian small compared to other cities in China. Many people say that Dalian is relatively clean, better than other cities, for sure. But, there are not many attractions in Dalian. Xinghai Square is just a square basically, like any other square. it's large, but that's it. Good for those who like... More

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Tangshan, China
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

Great place to visit on a nice day. Larger than Tianmen, if one can imagine that.

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Dalian
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2012

A large public area surrounded by good restaurants, this square has an attractive column at its centre, a magnificent view of the Bo Hai, at all the fresh air you thought you'd never find in a big city.

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Dalian, China
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2012

Very easy to get around, a lot to see. Has a lot of culture and history here. Very nice place to visit.

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Manila, Philippines
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2012

This is a famous landmark and biggest square in Asia. Perfect for morning walks, kite flying and lovely sunsets. Go there during fall as they'll light-up most of the trees and hold grandest firework display every Chinese New Year.

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Wiltshire
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44 reviews 44 reviews
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012

This is the largest square in Asia and it's worth walking around and taking a few photos and it's also very close to the sea front. No western style restaurants and the Chinese ones are all expensive. The only cafe nearby is very expensive and the service is awful (I 55).

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Greenville, North Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2012

This is the largest public square in China. Tons to see. Huge statue of an open book you can climb on. Situated on the water, the views are great. Upscale restaurants and hotels nearby. At night, you can purchase a lantern and send it into the sky.

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Singapore
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 January 2012

Public square...government buildings and stunningly lit! It is well worth a visit

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 December 2011
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Very good place do visit! i think it is better to visit in a suny day , no snow, and the square is very good to take pictures all around.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 November 2011 via mobile
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its easy to get there and their view is nice. i really enjoyed taking photos at there. but i-55 coffee shop at xinghai sqaure didnt good.. i dont want to recommend u that store.

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