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Guangzhou is a major city in southern China and the capital of Guangdong Province, serving as an important center for trade, industry, and transportation in the Pearl River Delta. The city is known for landmarks such as the Canton Tower, the Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, and Shamian Island, which reflect its historical and cultural significance.
On this page, readers can find an overview of Guangzhou’s main landmarks as well as a list of notable people born in the city.
Guangzhou in China
Population
18,676,605
inhabitants
Area
7,434.4
km²
Elevation
21
m
Density
2,512
inh./km²
Coordinates
23.1° N
113.3° E
113.3° E
Guangzhou Population Evolution
The population of Guangzhou in 2026 is estimated to 29,993,220 inhabitants. This estimate is taken from our extrapolation of available data and not an official estimate.
Population Summary
| Year | Population | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 1950 | 2,567,645 | |
| 1970 | 4,185,263 | +63.0% |
| 2000 | 9,943,000 | +137.6% |
| 2014 | 13,080,500 | +31.6% |
| 2020 | 18,676,605 | +42.8% |
Interactive Map of Guangzhou
Points of Interest
What to see in Guangzhou
Canton Tower
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
CITIC Plaza
Guangzhou International Finance Center
Huaisheng Mosque
CTF Finance Centre
Tianhe Stadium
Leatop Plaza
Pearl River Tower
Guangdong Olympic Center
Famous People Born in Guangzhou
I. M. Pei
architect
Born 1917
- Died 2019
Donnie Yen
actor
Born 1963