hoi2 sam1 saa1海心沙
Jyutpinghoi2 sam1 saa1
Yalehói sām sā
Definition
Haixinsha, an island in Guangzhou, China.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the island in the Pearl River in Guangzhou that gained international fame as the venue for the 2010 Asian Games opening ceremony. It is frequently associated with the nearby Canton Tower and the surrounding Zhujiang New Town area. Locals often treat it as a scenic park destination rather than a residential or commercial hub.
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Haixinsha Park
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