Shatoujiao Subdistrict

Shatoujiao () is a subdistrict of Yantian District, Shenzhen, Guangdong, China, located on the border of Shenzhen and Hong Kong. The population is mainly composed of migrant workers from all parts of China along with a small number of Russians. Shatoujiao is a port with cargo coming into and exiting Yantian. It has a road connecting to Luohu, with regular bus services to Shenzhen's main train terminus and through connections to Guangzhou. The subdistrict lies near a highway that links to Meixian and Chaozhou while the Shenzhen railway is also part of the transport links between Hong Kong and Beijing.
English Name.
In Hong Kong, the name "Shatoujiao" is written as "Sha Tau Kok", reflecting the Cantonese pronunciation. Although "Shatoujiao" and "Sha Tau Kok" are written using the same Chinese characters, today, 'Shatoujiao" usually refers to the town on the mainland side of the border, while "Sha Tau Kok" refers to the town on the Hong Kong side.
Economy.
Development Zone.
Established in 1987, Shenzhen Shatoujiao Free Trade Zone was one of the first free trade zones in China approved by the State Council. It is only from Yantian Port. Industries encouraged in the zone include shipping, warehousing and logistics.
Minsk World.
Minsk World was a military theme park that operated in Shatoujiao between 2000 and 2016. It was centered on the Soviet aircraft carrier Minsk, which functioned as a museum.
Chung Ying Street.
Chung Ying Street divides Shatoujiao and Sha Tau Kok, Hong Kong.