The western artificial island of the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link, a monumental cross-sea project in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, is poised to commence a month-long trial operation as a cultural and tourism destination starting this Saturday. Managed by the Guangdong Transportation Group, this initiative marks a significant step in transforming the island into a multifaceted hub for education, leisure, and innovation. The formal opening is slated for December 2025. Spanning 24 kilometers, the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link integrates bridges, islands, tunnels, and underwater interchanges, representing one of the most complex engineering feats in modern infrastructure. Completed in June 2024 after 14 years of planning and construction involving over 15,000 workers, the project has already facilitated increased traffic flow, with vehicles seamlessly transitioning between the bridge and tunnel via the western island. Covering 137,000 square meters, the island serves as a critical hub for traffic management, emergency rescue, and science education. The cultural and tourism development will unfold in phases, with the initial focus on study tours and sightseeing centered around a science and education base. During the trial period, reservations will be available for enterprises and study groups on weekdays, with public access on weekends. Visitors will provide feedback on tour routes, VR/AR interactive equipment, and supporting services. Once fully operational, ticket prices will range from 128 to 188 yuan, inclusive of transportation and a three-hour tour. Dining and other facilities are expected to launch by December. The island’s observation deck offers views of iconic landmarks like Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport and the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Bridge, while the science education base showcases the project’s development history and cutting-edge technologies like holographic projections. Outdoor exhibits include full-scale tunnel sections and engineering components, offering insights into the construction process. Long-term plans envision activities such as sea-based bridge viewing and low-altitude sightseeing flights, positioning the island as a premier technology, engineering, and cultural tourism destination in the Greater Bay Area.