Nanshan Cultural Tourist Zone was designed by the New York International City Design Co. of the US. It is the first scenic spot in China that implements the ISO 14000 environment management system, displaying mainly Buddhist culture as well as the Chinese culture, national folklore, ocean scenery and historical sites.

                                
As one of the largest cultural tourist attractions of its kind in China, the colorful Nanshan Cultural Tourists Zone is, in fact, three separate theme parks rolled into one. Nanshan Buddhism Culture Park is a window on China'straditional Buddhism culture; the Felicity and Longevity Culture Park shine its light on an atmosphere of peace and harmony; and the Nanhai Cultural Customs Park highlights China's diverse social customs. Key features of the zone include the three-sided statue of 108-m-tall bronze Guanyin Buddha, Buddhist temples, superior landscaping and sea views.