A province in southern China, bordering Hong Kong and Macau, known as the country's economic powerhouse and manufacturing hub.
From Chinese 廣東/广东, literally meaning 'broad east,' referring to its location east of Guangxi province. The name has been used since the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644).
Guangdong is often called the 'factory of the world' because it produces about one-third of China's exports. The province has its own distinct Cantonese culture and cuisine that differs significantly from northern China.
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