"You're moving where???"

Zhanjiang, Guangdong Province, is west of Hong Kong, east of Vietnam, and by a river estuary on the Leizhou Peninsula.
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A snapshot of Zhanjiang

Guangdong Province, with Zhanjiang, became part of China during the Ch'in dynasty (c211 BC). It was occupied by the French in 1898, then, during World War II, the Japanese controlled the area for 2 years.









An ancient stone dog typical to the Leizhou Peninsula.

One of the few buildings remaining from the French occupation.











Zhanjiang, which translates as 'Deep River', is now a major port with a population of about 1 million.






































The many beautiful gardens are used as external living spaces.




The city is also the home of Roger's good friend, Luo Jiangzhong.