Guangzhou's Ocean World is making a grand return on June 25th, featuring a stunning blend of technology and art that promises a deep-sea adventure for all. Visitors can immerse themselves in the cyberesque panoramic Underwater Tunnel, witness the mesmerizing Fish Storm in a pillar-like aquarium, stroll through the 18-meter-long Coral Gallery, and marvel at the enchanting Jellyfish Realm, the Space-Time Tunnel filled with dynamic and colorful light effects, and the Relief Sculpture of Ocean Time Squad.

For many long-time residents, the Ocean World Aquarium in Guangzhou holds cherished childhood memories. Located within the Guangzhou Zoo, the aquarium has been a staple of the city since its opening in 1998, boasting nearly 26 years of history. It has served as a crucial base for popular science education in Guangzhou and Guangdong Province, delighting countless families. However, due to aging facilities and changing demands, the aquarium closed for renovations in 2018. Comprehensive upgrades began in early 2023, focusing on modernizing facilities and enhancing visitor engagement and experience.

The aquarium covers approximately 16,000 square meters, with a total building area of about 20,000 square meters. It is divided into four thematic exhibition areas: Rainforest Discovery, Fantasy Realm, Future Sea, and Elf Bay. Highlights include five interactive projects such as Dolphin Encounters, Playful Sea Lions, Heart of the Ocean, Shark Ballet, and Mermaid Tales. Visitors can also enjoy six beautifully crafted photo spots and ten must-visit attractions, all designed to offer a deeper understanding of the ocean's mysteries and wonders.

The aquarium houses over 300 species of marine life, including nearly 10,000 fish. Notable exhibits feature the nationally protected green sea turtles, the "pandas of the sea" spotted seals, the "canaries of the sea" beluga whales, the powerful freshwater predator arapaima, and the popular Pacific bottlenose dolphins.

Notably, the Ocean World introduces a new IP team, the Ocean Time Squad, featuring characters like Jiu Jiu the Dolphin, Boom Boom the Seal, and Wei Wei the Beluga. These additions bring a youthful and approachable vibe to the aquarium.

Guangzhou's Ocean World is committed to environmental protection and education. Several environmental display boards educate visitors on marine conservation, encouraging greater awareness and action to protect the ocean environment. The aquarium also prioritizes the welfare of marine animals, upgrading tanks for belugas and sea turtles, adding natural lighting, and improving breeding standards to promote their health and reproduction.

Source :Yangcheng Evening News

6月25日广州海洋馆焕新回归！

从充满赛博感的360度海底隧道、“定海神针”鱼舞风暴，到18米的超长珊瑚画廊、缤纷唯美的水母幻境，再到充满炫彩光影的时空隧道与海洋时光小队立体浮雕……在科技与艺术的交融之中，广州海洋馆将于6月25日全面焕新“回归”，与广州市民共赴一场深海体验之约。

对于很多老广州人来说，广州海洋馆是童年回忆的一部分。广州海洋馆位于广州动物园内，自1998年开放以来已有近26年的历史。作为广州市乃至广东省科普教育的重要基地，它曾是无数家庭的欢乐天地。然而由于设施老化和需求变更，广州海洋馆于2018年暂停营业，2023年初开始场馆的全面升级改造，更新后的海洋馆不仅重视设施的现代化，更注重提升游客的参与感和体验感。

据介绍，海洋馆占地面积约1.6万平方米，总建筑面积约2万平方米，园区分为雨林探秘、奇幻之境、未来海和精灵海湾四大主题展区，设置了海豚奇缘、海狮逗趣、海洋之心、鲨鱼曼舞、人鱼童话等五大互动项目，以及六大精美打卡点、十大必游项目等精彩内容，让游客在欣赏美景的同时也能深入了解海洋的奥秘与魅力。

国家一级保护动物绿海龟、素有“海上大熊猫”之称的斑海豹、有“海中金丝雀”美誉的白鲸、强大的淡水掠食者巨骨舌鱼、深受欢迎的太平洋宽吻海豚……馆内展示的海洋生物多达300余种，有近万条海洋鱼类。

值得一提的是，此次广州海洋馆还引入了全新IP团队“海洋时空小队”，海豚啾啾、海豹爆爆和白鲸唯唯等新角色的加入，使得海洋馆更加年轻化、亲民化。

据悉，广州海洋馆积极参与环保活动、注重环保教育，在馆内设置了多个环保宣传展板，向游客普及海洋保护知识，呼吁更多的人关注海洋环境。此外，广州海洋馆还关注海洋生物福利，例如为白鲸与海龟升级池体、增设自然采光、提高养殖标准，促进其健康与繁殖。

文 | 记者 孙牧
图、视频 | 记者 潘俊华
翻译 | 郑圣浩