About Shunde

Shunde, Foshan City, Guangdong Province, China

ISKE 2025 will be held in Shunde, China from November 19 to 21, 2025. The hotel information will be updated soon.

Located in Foshan City, Guangdong Province, China, Shunde is a prosperous land with a rich cultural heritage and a population of 3.21 million. Since ancient times, it has been renowned for its abundant natural resources and flourishing economy, deeply rooted in Lingnan culture.During the Ming and Qing Dynasties, Shunde gained fame as a hub of aquaculture, silk production, and finance, earning titles such as "Lingnan Prosperous County," "Silk Capital of the South," and "Guangdong Banking Center." It is also one of the birthplaces of Cantonese opera and Cantonese folk opera, producing numerous renowned artists and earning recognition as the "Home of Chinese Traditional Opera" by the National Quyi Association.The culinary culture of Shunde boasts a long and illustrious history. It is often said by locals that "The best food is in Guangzhou, and the best chefs come from Fengcheng." Shunde is renowned as the "Hometown of Chinese Chefs" and was even honored as the "World Capital of Gastronomy" in 2014. Within its borders, Shunde is home to scenic attractions such as Qinghui Garden, Bijiang Golden Tower, Xishan Temple, and Fengjian Water Town. These sites represent outstanding examples of ancient Lingnan architectural culture and the picturesque landscapes of the southern water towns.

City Brands：

UNESCO Creative Cities Network as the City of Gastronomy

Hometown of Chefs

Important Town of Furniture Manufacturing

Capital of Household Electrical Appliances

Hometown of Flowers

Hometown of Martial Arts

Hometown of Paint