The Maluan Subdistrict International Block Bilingual Map.

Maluan Subdistrict is a vibrant place in Pingshan District that blends ecology, history, culture, and technology. From Maluan Mountain and the Dawan Ancestral Residence to Shenzhen Pingshan Changshou Dramaville and the BYD headquarters, there is much to discover. Now, with a Chinese-English bilingual map in hand, exploring these landmarks in Maluan Subdistrict has never been easier.

The Maluan Subdistrict International Block Bilingual Map, produced and released by the Maluan Subdistrict Management and Service Center for Expats, is beautifully illustrated, highlighting the subdistrict’s picturesque landscapes combined with modern urban elements, artistry, and culture. In addition to marking iconic tourist spots and recommended restaurants, the map also shows Shenzhen Metro and SkyShuttle stations, helipads, and community health service centers. 

On the back page of the bilingual map, four recommended travel routes are provided, offering diverse travel experiences for tourists.

Route 1: Landscape Hakka Rhythm Tour

Dashanpi Theme Park — Maluan Mountain Country Park — Historic Site of the Gengzi Uprising — Dawan Ancestral Residence

Route 2: Artistry Maluan Tour

Pingshan Sculpture Art and Creative Park — Shenzhen Natural History Museum — Yanzi Lake International Convention and Exhibition Center — Shenzhen Pingshan Changshou Dramaville

Route 3: Community Harmony Tour

Maluan Subdistrict Management and Service Center for Expats — Yuelin Space Shopping Center — Pingshan Guest House — Shenzhen Stomatology Hospital (Pingshan) of Southern Medical University

Route 4: Industrial Study Tour

SkyShuttle — Gymnasium of Pingshan Sports Center — Shenzhen International Tennis Center

A SkyShuttle train runs in Pingshan District. Photo by Lai Li

To obtain a physical copy of the bilingual map, please visit the Maluan Subdistrict Management and Service Center for Expats (马峦街道境外人员管理服务中心).

Office hours: 9 a.m.-12 p.m., 2-5:30 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.)

Add: 2/F of New Era Civilization Practice Center, Maluan Subdistrict Office, Pingshan District (坪山区马峦街道办事处新时代文明实践所二楼)

Metro: Line 14 to Jinlong Station (锦龙站), Exit B, then walk 1.2 kilometers southeast

Iconic spots in Maluan Subdistrict:

Maluan Mountain Country Park 马峦山郊野公园

Maluan Mountain is renowned for its large waterfalls, historic Hakka villages, breathtaking natural scenery, and thousands of species. As a vast mountain area, it offers something for every visitor — whether you’re seeking a multi-hour trek or a leisurely walk through the woods. Several trails provide diverse adventures and encounters with varying landscapes. Summer is an ideal time to view waterfalls in the mountain.

Metro: Line 14 to Jinlong Station (锦龙站), Exit D, then take bus 366, 833, B678, M143, M480, or M546

Participants pose for a photo at Maluan Mountain during the 2024 Maluan Nature Walk Activity organized by Maluan Subdistrict Office. Photo courtesy of the organizer 

Shenzhen Pingshan Changshou Dramaville 深圳坪山长守戏剧谷

The Shenzhen Pingshan Changshou Dramaville is nestled in lush surroundings to the northeast of Maluan Mountain, with the Chi’ao Reservoir to the east. Renovations have preserved the 300-year-old Changshou Village’s historical charm while transforming it into a dynamic venue for drama performances, cultural exchanges, and artistic events. 

Metro: Line 16 to Dongjiang Column Memorial Hall Station (东纵纪念馆站), Exit A, then take bus M575 or 964

An aerial view of the Longma • Changshou Commune at Shenzhen Pingshan Changshou Dramaville. Photo by Xinhua

Dawan Ancestral Residence 大万世居

Built in 1791, the Dawan Ancestral Residence is a well-preserved Hakka-style square compound. Covering 25,000 square meters, it showcases ancient defensive ingenuity alongside the harmony and structure of Hakka family life. 

Now it has been renovated into a cultural base featuring Hakka food, crafts, and creative products. Alongside exhibitions on Hakka culture, modern art exhibitions, bazaars, light shows, workshops, and concerts are regularly held.

Metro: Line 14 to Jinlong Station (锦龙站), Exit B, then walk 750 meters east

Dawan Ancestral Residence. File photo

Pingshan Sports Center gymnasium 坪山体育中心体育馆

Renovations have recently been completed at the Pingshan Sports Center gymnasium, making it ready to host rhythmic gymnastics events for the 15th National Games, scheduled for Nov. 9-21, 2025 in Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao. 

The gymnasium features sleek steel framing and a dome, giving it a futuristic appearance that resembles a UFO. After the 15th National Games, the gymnasium will be open to the public for basketball, badminton, and other activities.

Metro: Line 14 to Jinlong Station (锦龙站), Exit B, then walk 1.2 kilometers southeast

The Pingshan Sports Center gymnasium. File photo

Pingshan Sculpture Art and Creative Park 坪山雕塑艺术创意园

Blending natural beauty with artistic creativity, Pingshan Sculpture Art and Creative Park has been a subvenue of the China (Shenzhen) International Cultural Industries Fair for many years. Today, it thrives as an artistic community that incorporates creative studios, leisure amenities, and commerce, attracting countless art and culture enthusiasts.

Metro: Line 16 to Pinghuan Station (坪环站), Exit D, then walk 1.4 kilometers south

A scene at Pingshan Sculpture Art and Creative Park. File photo

Shenzhen Natural History Museum 深圳自然博物馆

Located in the Yanzi Lake area, the Shenzhen Natural History Museum, which is under construction, covers an area of 42,000 square meters. Nestled among hills, wetlands, and the Pingshan River, this museum is poised to become the first large-scale, comprehensive natural history museum in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and southern China. Upon its expected completion in late 2025, it will house extensive natural history collections, display specimens, and facilitate research and education.

Metro: Line 16 to Shabo Station (沙壆站), Exit C

SkyShuttle: Line 1 to Natural History Museum West Station (自然博物馆西站), Exit B

A computer-generated image of the Shenzhen Natural History Museum.