A few days ago, I visited “Dapeng Ancient Fortress” located in Dapeng New District (Dapeng Peninsula) of Shenzhen, and I’d like to share what it’s like.
※ Information as of January 2025
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Dapeng Ancient Fortress traces its origins to “Dapeng Garrison Thousand-Household Fortress” — a military stronghold built in the 27th year of the Hongwu reign of the Ming Dynasty (1394 AD) to defend against pirate raids. Back then, in what is now Shenzhen (then known as Xin’an County), it served as a crucial military hub and played a vital strategic role.
Additionally, Shenzhen’s nickname, “Pengcheng” (literally “Roc City”), derives from this ancient fortress. It is said that the name carries a wish for the region’s prosperity: just like the roc — a mythical giant bird — spreading its wings and soaring grandly, the area was hoped to thrive and flourish.
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South Gate East Road, Dapeng Ancient Fortress, Dapeng New District, Shenzhen City, Guangdong Province
There is no railway service near Dapeng New District (where Dapeng Ancient Fortress is located), so you will need to travel by bus or private car.
If you start from near “Huaqiang Road” in Shenzhen, take the long-distance bus route E26 and head to the “Dapeng Central 1” bus stop.
Get off at “Dapeng Central 1”, then transfer to bus route M471 or M457 to reach Dapeng Ancient Fortress.
The total travel time is approximately 3 hours.
※ During peak seasons such as major public holidays, heavy traffic jams may occur along the way. It is recommended to leave extra time in your schedule.
Take a bus to head to Dapeng Ancient Fortress.
Start from the coastal area of Shenzhen and head eastward within the city.
Having arrived near Dapeng Ancient Fortress, I entered the area within its old city walls. Everywhere I looked, there were buildings and scenes that exuded a strong sense of history.
Pass through the fortress gate, and you’ll see shops repurposed from old buildings, as well as well-preserved remains of ancient residences.
There are also photo studios offering services for promotions or souvenir photos.
I continued wandering through the area inside the fortress walls.
I stepped into the exhibition hall that showcases the history of Dapeng Ancient Fortress.
As I ventured further into the depths of the fortress walls, I also came across accommodations that resemble homestays.
There are also stylish cafes and restaurants here.
However, it started raining in the evening, so I decided to head back home for the day.
If you’re returning to downtown Shenzhen from near Dapeng Ancient Fortress by public bus, it’s essential to pay attention to the last bus departure times.
The long-distance bus route E26 has its last departure at 8:00 PM (20:00). Therefore, if you’re visiting on a day trip, be sure to keep an eye on the last bus times to avoid missing your ride.
Shenzhen is often strongly associated with a modern vibe, but when you walk on the stone-paved paths of Dapeng Ancient Fortress, you’ll feel as if you’ve traveled back in time 600 years.
Whether you’re a history enthusiast or someone looking for Instagram-worthy spots, be sure to pay a visit. You’ll definitely fall in love with this unexpected side of Shenzhen’s charm.
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