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Xiamen is really a city worth visiting. The scenery is beautiful and the transportation is very convenient. Zhongshan Road has many pedestrian streets, the buildings are also very distinctive, and there are various snacks. . Go to the beach at night, the sea breeze blows, very comfortable
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Gulangyu Island is a tiny island located on the estuary of the Chiu-lung River, facing the city of Xiamen. It is a Unesco World Heritage Site that used to be an important window for Sino-foreign exchanges during the 19th and 20th century. The island is a popular attraction for architecture enthusiasts, providing a mixture of different architectural styles including Traditional Southern Fujian Style, Western Classical Revival Style and Veranda Colonial Style. You can hike up the Sun Rock to overlook the whole island, take a walk in the Shuzhuang Garden (including the Piano Museum) which is one of the finest Jiangnan classical gardens, visit the Hao Yue Garden containing architectures from the Ming Dynasty (including a statue of national hero Zheng Chenggong), the organ museum, and the international letter carving art museum. Don't forget to send yourself a postcard from the future at local stores!
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7 cities to visit for a warm winter during the Spring Festival🎉Want to escape the cold during the Spring Festival and find a warm place? Then go on a reverse tour and spend a warm winter in these 7 treasure cities!🎁 1️⃣Tengchong 🍂 🎈The winter here is sunny, the ginkgo leaves cover the ground, as if entering a golden fairy tale world. Take a hot spring and enjoy this winter comfort and leisure. 💝Recommended attractions: Ginkgo Village, Heshun Ancient Town, Beihai Wetland Park 2️⃣Sanya 🌴 🎊The winter in Sanya is still passionate, beaches, oceans, tropical fruits, here are all your expectations for vacation. Come on a warm romantic trip! 💘Recommended attractions: Coconut Dream Corridor, Wuzhizhou Island, West Island 3️⃣Dali ⛰ 🎃Cangshan Erhai, wind, flower, snow, moon, the romance of Dali needs no more words. Stroll in the alleys of the ancient city, feel this simplicity and tranquility, and let your mind relax. 💗Recommended attractions: Xizhou Ancient Town, Shuanglang Ancient Town, Cangshan 4️⃣Fuzhou 🌷 🐲A city full of happiness, simplicity and romance coexist. There is no heavy commercial atmosphere here, making people feel more comfortable and free. Suitable for slowly feeling the temperature of this city. 💖Recommended attractions: Yantai Mountain Park, Zhongzhou Island, Sanfang Qixiang 5️⃣Beihai 🌊 🎄28-degree winter, you can't feel a trace of cold. The sun is shining, the sky is blue, the sea is sparkling, and the winter here is as beautiful as a poem. 💓Recommended attractions: Weizhou Island, Beihai Old Street, Qiaogang Style Street 6️⃣Xiamen 🌈 🛶A vibrant colorful small city, graffiti walls, treasure shops, Mario at the door, here is full of surprises and warmth. Come to Xiamen to feel this unique romance and leisure! 💞Recommended attractions: Gulangyu, Zhongshan Road Pedestrian Street, Zengcuoan 7️⃣Xishuangbanna 🌲 ✨A place forgotten by winter, the climate here is warm and sunny, the strong Southeast Asian style and tropical rainforest climate make you feel like you are in paradise. Come to Xishuangbanna for a different winter! 💕Recommended attractions: Wild Elephant Valley, Chinese Academy of Sciences Botanical Garden, Manting ParkLOUIE BALDWIN
I just came back from Xiamen, and it was fantastic! Let me share my genuine feelings with you🌦️Weather Notice: The temperature in March and April is quite comfortable, but there are many rainy days. Friends who come to Xiamen should be mentally prepared. 🏨Accommodation Recommendation: I suggest staying on Xiamen Island, especially in hotels from the train station to Zhongshan Road, which are more convenient for travel. It's best to choose hotels near the subway, as most of the scenic spots in Xiamen are on the island. 🚆Transportation Strategy: If you take a high-speed train to Xiamen, it is recommended to get off at 'Xiamen Station', which is more convenient as it's in the city center. If you get off at 'Xiamen North', you can take a bus or subway line 1 to the island. Gaoqi Airport is also on the island, and you can take a bus or airport shuttle after leaving the airport. 🍜Food Recommendation: Xiamen is mainly known for its Minnan cuisine, snacks, and seafood. The food in Xiamen is relatively sweet and light, which may not be suitable for those who like spicy food. There are particularly many taro-based dishes (for specific food recommendations, please see my food guide). 🌊Attractions Recommendation: Actually, the main reason to visit Xiamen is to see the sea. The weather is very important for sea viewing; if the weather is good, the sea will be very blue and beautiful. Below are the places I think you must visit: Huangcuo Beach - Wan Yue Po, Health Trail Linhai Line, Pearl Bay - Zengcuo'an Music Square, Jiahe Park - Ten-mile Long Embankment - Jimei School Village, Shangli Reservoir, Guanyinshan Beach, Zhonggu Cableway, Shapowei - Twin Towers - Yanwu Bridge. 🏝️Gulangyu, remember to buy tickets in advance, and it is recommended to reserve a whole day for it. The island is suitable for leisurely strolls. For strategies about Gulangyu, you can see the introduction on my homepage. ⚠️Points to Avoid: The specialty stores on Zhongshan Road are traps, and it is not recommended to buy anything there; There are many rip-offs in the Zengcuo'an commercial street, most of which are not delicious, really do not go there to eat; the homestays in Zengcuo'an mostly do not match the pictures at all, it is really not recommended to stay in homestays; Do not trust the so-called native guides or taxi drivers on the street, they are deceivers; many seafood vendors in the Eighth Market will rip you off, short-weigh or switch products, be very careful when eating seafood, it is recommended to reweigh it at the market entrance; Do not drive by yourself, as parking is hard to find in Xiamen and it is very congested during holidays. If you are driving to Xiamen, it is more convenient to park your car at the hotel and take a taxi or subway. 🗺️Travel Route: Day1: Arrive in Xiamen ➡️ Eighth Market ➡️ Zhongshan Road; Day2: Nanputuo ➡️ Shapowei ➡️ Xiamen University White City ➡️ Pearl Bay ➡️ Music Square ➡️ Xitou Xia ➡️ Huangcuo Beach ➡️ Yefengzhai ➡️ Guanyinshan (all on the Island Ring Road); Day3: One-day tour of Gulangyu; Day4: Zhonggu Cableway ➡️ Botanical Garden ➡️ Health Trail Linhai Line; Day5: Ten-mile Long Embankment ➡️ Dragon Boat Pool ➡️ Jiahe Park ➡️ Jimei Dasha ➡️ Shigu Road. Xiamen·FujianVerdie Sauer5
About romance, the sea takes up half | How to play for the first time in Xiamen?🚘Transportation Guide: ✈️Airport: Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (on the island) 🚄High-speed Rail Station: Xiamen Station (on the island), close to various attractions Xiamen North Station (off the island), get off here for Jimei District 🚌Bus: Use QR code for the ride (apply for the ride code in advance) 🏘Accommodation Guide: 📍Inside Xiamen Island (Siming District, Huli District): e.g., near the train station, Bailuzhou, where attractions are concentrated, transportation is relatively convenient, you can experience the local life of Xiamen, with a good environment and plenty of food 📍Zhongshan Road, Zhenhai Road area: close to Bashi, Botanical Garden, Shapowei, Xiamen Drum Pier, and other attractions! 📍Gulangyu Island: Transportation is limited, you need to take a boat to and from, if you have enough time and budget, you can stay overnight in a Gulangyu B&B, need to book in advance 🏝️Popular Attraction Recommendations: 1️⃣Gulangyu National 5A scenic area, the island has buildings of various national styles, rich in cultural atmosphere, need to buy ferry tickets in advance on holidays, prices range from 35-80 yuan. 2️⃣Xiamen University One of the most beautiful universities in China, nestled between mountains and sea, a century-old prestigious school. You can book a free visit three days in advance. 3️⃣Botanical Garden Newly promoted National 5A scenic area, the garden has many special zones, such as succulent plants, tropical rainforests, and a hundred-flower garden. Tickets can be purchased online in advance or on-site, priced at 30 yuan, with half price for students/children. 4️⃣Zhonggu Cableway Overlooking the Island Ring Road and the Twin Towers, the cableway round trip takes about half an hour, tickets can be purchased one week in advance, priced at 80 yuan. 5️⃣Nanputuo Temple A sacred site of Southern Fujian Buddhism, free reservation can be made four days in advance. 6️⃣Huangcuo Beach The best place in Xiamen to watch the sunrise, with open waters. 7️⃣Mountain and Sea Trail - Forest and Sea Line The mountain and sea trail is over thirty kilometers in total, the forest and sea line is a scenic and popular section, with Wanshi Canghai, Panguita, and Sunshine Tunnel all along this route, the whole journey takes about 1-2 hours. 8️⃣Shapowei Very artistic and suitable for city walks, better to visit at night, you can check in at the Twin Towers photo spot, and there are many delicious snacks. 9️⃣Jimei School Village Located in Jimei District outside the island, take Metro Line 1 to experience the sea metro like in 'Spirited Away'. The sunset along the ten-mile-long embankment and the historic buildings make Jimei School Village very suitable for city walks, recommended to go in the afternoon. 🍕Food Guide: 1⃣Bashi: Shangqing Seafood, A Jie Wuxiang, Yousheng Flavor Snacks, Fried Dough Sticks with Glutinous Rice 2⃣Zhongshan Road: Jinjia Port Seafood Stall, Ginger Duck, Wutang Satay Noodles, Yang Xiaoxian 3⃣Gulangyu: Old Man Oyster Pancake, Roast Meat Rice Dumpling, Egg Grand Slam, Longtou Fish Balls, Ye's Glutinous Rice 💌Warm tip: During holidays, some tourist spots in Xiamen have a limit on the number of visitors, so tickets need to be purchased in advance❗️ Finally, the seaside of Xiamen🌅 is really beautiful‼️ Summer is here, hurry up and bring your family and friends to check in together～📷TechRider
Xiamen 3-day 2-night travel guide suggestions to bookmarkSharing my tips for a 3-day 2-night trip to Xiamen, for friends who are thinking of going there soon🌟 ✈️Travel - Cost 1600💰(round trip) ◾️I left from Chengdu at the end of June, and the round-trip airfare was reasonable, but it might be a bit more expensive now due to the summer holidays 🏨Accommodation - Cost 1500💰(two nights) ◾️I stayed at the Ruiyi Hotel, which is close to Gulangyu Island. I chose a sea-view room, and the scenery was indeed nice with good value for money. The hotel was very popular, the only downside was that check-in was only available after 3 pm, so I had to wait half a day at the hotel, and to get takeout, I had to go to the parking lot at the back 🍽️Dining - Cost 1750💰(three days) ◾️Tianjie Fu Seafood Stall - 300💰: A must-visit restaurant, the place is small but the taste is really good, the seafood is fresh, and it's good value for money. I recommend the seafood roll and oyster pancake ◾️Zuiyi No.1 Seafood Stall - 750💰: Another must-visit restaurant, it seems to be more popular than Tianjie Fu, with a richer menu. Every dish is good, I recommend the lemon crab and ginger duck, but the spicy frog is just so-so ◾️Tangyan · Old Xiamen Private Kitchen - 350💰: A must-visit restaurant, featured in 'The Taste', many celebrities have dined here. I really recommend their yellow croaker with vermicelli, even as someone who doesn't like fish, I found it delicious. The soup is very fresh, and the crispy taro duck is also good (Zhao Lusi loves it too) ◾️Lychee Couple · Seafood Private Kitchen - 350💰: This one leans more towards private kitchen style, with a variety of dishes and stronger flavors. The cold fish belly is very tasty, and the pork bone tea is also good. Honestly, the number one ranked golden soup seafood stew was just average 🏝️Attractions - Cost 190💰(Gulangyu ferry ticket + attractions) ◾️Shapowei: A trendy spot for taking photos, with many stalls selling trinkets. There are some popular photo spots so it's quite crowded. Taking the elevator, you can take pictures at the Shapowei rainbow wall (you must muster the courage to take photos, as everyone below is watching you) ◾️Gulangyu: Buy ferry tickets in advance on 'Yu Jian Xiamen'. I bought a luxury boat VIP cabin, which was really comfortable on the way there, with no need to queue for security checks and direct access to the lounge with staff reception. The VIP cabin is comfortable, but the return trip was on a regular boat. To be honest, Xiamen is too hot, and it's really hard to walk around the island. I ended up paying 50 for a sightseeing car ◾️Zhongshan Road Pedestrian Street: It's like many cities' snack and shopping streets, nice to stroll around, but the food is just so-so ✅Conclusion Overall, Xiamen is a very suitable city for travel. If it doesn't rain, the scenery is really beautiful, the sky is very blue, but it's a bit hot recently. The locals are also very warm and hospitable. Chatting with many locals, everyone seems very nice. The food tastes are acceptable, and I will definitely go again if I have the chance, to visit other attractions that I didn't get to check outjasper_24351
GulangyuGulangyu, a national scenic area and the top of Fujian's top ten scenic spots, integrates historical, cultural, and natural landscapes and has been successfully listed on the World Cultural Heritage list. Located at the southwest corner of Xiamen Island, it faces Xiamen City across the sea, separated only by the 600-meter-wide Lujiang Strait. A few minutes by ferry is all it takes to reach it. The name 'Gulangyu' comes from the sea-eroded caves in the southwest that collect the tidal surges, sounding like beating drums. Due to historical reasons, the island has well-preserved buildings of various Chinese and foreign styles. The island is also a fertile ground for music, producing many talents, and is known as the 'Piano Island'. With spring-like weather all year round, birds singing and flowers fragrant, it is reputed as a 'Garden on the Sea'. The main attractions include Sunlight Rock, Shuzhuang Garden, Haoyue Garden, Island Ring Road, Gulangyu Heaven, Piano Museum, and more. As early as 3,000 years ago during the Neolithic Age, there were human activities on Xiamen Island. In the middle of the Tang Dynasty, some families from the Central Plains moved to the island to build Xin Cheng and Jia He Li. During the Song and Yuan dynasties, the population on the island gradually increased. At the end of the Ming and the beginning of the Qing dynasty, the national hero Zheng Chenggong lived in Kinmen, and Xiamen's two islands served as bases to resist the southward-moving Qing army. He also trained his naval forces here, led troops to the east, and recovered Taiwan. Gulangyu was Zheng Chenggong's initial base. During this five-day and four-night trip to Xiamen, I signed up online one day in advance to join a small group tour of six people and visited Fujian Nanjing Tulou, Yunshuiyao Ancient Town, Tianluokeng Tulou Cluster, and then explored the Xiamen Botanical Garden, Gulangyu, Nanputuo Temple, and more on my own. Xiamen is beautiful, and I would love to visit again if I have the chance.Addison Nelson
Gulangyu "A Relative Stillness of an Island"It's not my first time to Xiamen, but it is my first time setting foot on Gulangyu. Only when I truly stepped onto this small island did I understand that it's different from the impressions I had before. There are no modern means of transportation; the way of getting around the island goes back to a leisurely and slow pace on foot, with the occasional rumbling of the ferry and the sound of waves hitting the shore heard in the background. A local friend led the way through the less crowded alleys, the residential areas are full of life, and the occasional 'getting lost' was a pleasant surprise. Every few steps, you could encounter cats that are not shy and exude a clean aura, and by chance, I overheard a few stories behind the architecture from elementary school students on a study trip. The scattered international architecture on the island still has its own charm, each brick and tile accumulating a profound cultural heritage. Time has left its mark here, yet it has formed a kind of 'relative stillness' of ease. The early mornings and late nights belonging to the island are even more leisurely and unhurried. Passing through the paths, staying in a century-old chapel deep within the island, leaning against a boulder. The ancient keys and wooden furniture convey the eternity of time, while the attic roof and the low-saturated cement brick walls give a warm and simple feeling of repairing the old as old. Steep rocks and ancient banyans wrap the outdoor stone platform, the natural setting here is silent yet perfectly integrated, a tranquil corner that is indifferent to time. On the island, the deeper you go, the slower time seems to pass.BRISTOL CHRISTIAN
Fujian Travel GuideFujian Three-Day Travel Guide Day One: Date: Departure Day Morning: 8:00 am Departure, heading to Fuzhou city 9:30 am Arrive in Fuzhou, proceed to West Lake Park 10:00 am Reach West Lake Park, explore the beauty of West Lake, taste local snacks 12:00 pm Lunch, try Fuzhou's traditional fish ball soup or fish belly powder Afternoon: 1:30 pm Head to Fujian Provincial Museum, learn about Fujian's rich history and culture 3:00 pm Continue to Fuzhou's ancient city area, stroll through the old streets and alleys, experience the strong Fuzhou atmosphere, purchase souvenirs Evening: 6:00 pm Dinner, try Fuzhou's hot dry noodles or Fujian Sha County snacks 7:30 pm Go to Fuzhou Putuo Mountain, enjoy the night light show 9:00 pm Return to Fuzhou city center, check into the hotel, rest Day Two: Date: The following day Morning: 8:00 am Breakfast, taste Fuzhou's special snacks such as thin pancakes, wheat cakes, etc. 9:30 am Head to Xiamen 11:00 am Arrive in Xiamen, go to Gulangyu Afternoon: 12:00 pm Lunch, taste Xiamen seafood delicacies 1:30 pm Explore Gulangyu, admire the uniquely styled old foreign buildings, feel the leisurely island atmosphere Evening: 6:00 pm Return to Xiamen city area, dinner trying Xiamen's special snacks such as satay noodles, peanut soup, etc. 7:30 pm Go to Xiamen University, night tour of the botanical garden, appreciate the romance and beauty of the campus 9:00 pm Return to the hotel, rest Day Three: Date: The following day Morning: 8:00 am Breakfast, taste Fujian's special breakfast items such as steamed dumplings, meat swallows, etc. 9:30 am Head to Wuyi Mountain 11:30 am Arrive at Wuyi Mountain, visit attractions like Tianyou Peak, Dawang Peak, etc., experience the beauty of mountains and rivers Afternoon: 1:30 pm Lunch, taste local specialties of Wuyi Mountain 2:30 pm Continue exploring Wuyi Mountain, participate in a tea ceremony performance, taste Wuyi rock tea Evening: 6:00 pm Return to Fuzhou city 8:30 pm Arrive in Fuzhou, dinner tasting Fuzhou's special seafood feast 10:00 pm End of the itinerary, return to the hotel, rest This is a brief overview of a three-day travel guide for Fujian, the specific itinerary can be adjusted according to personal preferences and time arrangements.soren_54661
Xiamen Gulangyu Sunlight RockMountain and sea Fujian｜Overlooking the most beautiful view of Xiamen from Gulangyu Sunlight Rock. If you go to Gulangyu, you must visit Sunlight Rock once, feel the romance of rushing to the mountains and the sea under the warm sun in the afternoon on the top of the mountain, here you can not only overlook the old foreign houses of the entire Gulangyu, but also see the blue Xiamen Bay and skyscrapers, so it is called one of the best shooting points in Xiamen 【🎫Ticket】: 50/person 【⏰Best visiting time】: 15:30—18:00 (The sea is the bluest at this time, the sun is warm, and the color is the best) 【📷Shooting suggestions】 It is recommended to use a lens with a focal length covering 24-200mm. From the 360-degree viewing platform on the top of Sunlight Rock, we can shoot 1⃣️The contrast between the old foreign houses on Gulangyu Island and the ancient and modern Xiamen Island 2⃣️Xiamen Twin Towers and Shapowei in the afternoon 3⃣️The sunset in the evening 【🚙Transportation】: It is recommended to take a boat at the Xiamen Cruise Center Xiamen Drum Pier, round trip fare is 35/person, then walk 1.7 kilometers to Sunlight Rock; The first voyage of Xiamen Cruise Center Xiamen Drum Pier is at 05:45, the first voyage of Gulangyu Station is at 05:30, every ten minutes. 21:00—00:20, about every 20 minutes 【❗❗❗Attention❗❗❗】 1⃣️You can't enter Sunlight Rock after 18:00, and the staff will also clear the field, so it is impossible to watch the sunset on Sunlight Rock. It is recommended to go down to 'Gangzaihou Beach' to watch the sunset of Gulangyu🌅 after coming out of the entrance of Sunlight Rock 2⃣️Because there is no shelter on the top of Sunlight Rock, the sun is relatively large, so pay attention to sun protection. 3⃣️There are many mosquitoes in summer, bring mosquito repellent waterPENNY GARRISON1
Xiamen, a treasure destination for summer retreat【Opening】: In May, Xiamen already has a taste of summer in the breeze. As a well-known domestic summer travel destination, how should one enjoy Xiamen's summer? ⛺【Must-Visit Locals】: Gulangyu, Zengcuo'an, Huangcuo Beach, Island Ring Road, Shapowei, Zhongshan Street 🛬【Travel Tips】: It is recommended to stay in Xiamen for at least three days and two nights. On the first day, stay in a guesthouse near Zhongshan Road close to the university, and take the opportunity to visit Xiamen's most famous island, Gulangyu, which is a 20-plus minute boat ride from the central pier, with a ticket price of 35 yuan. Remember to disembark at the Neicuo'ao pier. The streets and buildings on Gulangyu are very artistic, but it is not recommended to stay on the island as the prices are a bit expensive. The second day, rent an electric bike and take a counter-clockwise tour around the island, cycling along the seaside Island Ring Road, and along the way, visit the Music Square, Huangcuo Beach, and the Yacht Center. On the third day, visit Xiamen's authentic streets and alleys to taste local snacks, Shapowei, Zhongshan Street, and the nearby Bashi market that locals love, with an average consumption price of around 40 yuan per meal. 🏨【Accommodation Tips】: The best value for money is the guesthouses near Xiamen University to Zhongshan Road area, which are very cheap and convenient for food, accommodation, and transportation. You can also stay in the characteristic Zengcuo'an area, which is close to Huangcuo Beach and other attractions, with off-season prices of more than 200 yuan per night.ADDYSON BANKS
About romance, the sea takes up half | How to play in Xiamen for the first time?| How to play in Xiamen for the first time?. In this city embraced by the azure, every step is a tread on the echoes of history and the lightness of modernity. Xiamen, a place whose name itself hides poetry, is known as the 'Oriental Hawaii'. With its unique southern charm, a blend of Chinese and Western architectural styles, and a slow-paced lifestyle, it attracts countless travelers. 🏞️【Attractions】: Unlock the artistic code of Egret Island🏞️ 1. Gulangyu: Stepping onto this small island with no motor vehicles, time seems to slow down by half a beat. Wandering among the scattered old villas, with the whispers of the waves at your ears, why not get lost in the alleys of Longtou Road, find the coffee shop that suits your taste, or listen to an impromptu street concert. 2. Xiamen University: Known as one of the most beautiful universities in China, entering Xiamen University is like stepping into a delicate painting. By the side of Furong Lake, with phoenix flowers blooming, each frame is a perfect scene for a youth movie. Don't forget to climb up to Siming Building to overlook the entire campus scenery and let your soul wander in the ocean of knowledge. 3. Zengcuo'an: This is a gathering place for artistic youth, with various shops, homestays, and snack stalls, each with its own story. In the evening, take a stroll here, taste authentic snacks, and feel the leisure and comfort. 🍽️【Gourmet】: Xiamen on the tip of the tongue, a feast for the taste buds🍽️ • Satay noodles: A must-try local delicacy in Xiamen, the rich satay sauce, paired with chewy noodles and fresh seafood, every bite is satisfying. • Oyster omelette: The golden crust wraps the tender oysters, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a bite, the taste of the sea bursts in the mouth. • Peanut soup: As a representative dessert, the sweet and soft peanut soup perfectly concludes the journey. 🚗【Transportation Tips】: Travel with ease, enjoy the journey🚗 • Arriving in Xiamen: Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport connects to many cities at home and abroad, and the high-speed train stations (Xiamen North Station, Xiamen Station) provide convenient access to the whole country. • City transportation: Xiamen's bus system is well-developed, BRT rapid transit is an efficient choice for touring the city; shared bicycles are available throughout the streets, perfect for short explorations; of course, taking a taxi or using Didi Chuxing is also very convenient. 📅【Itinerary Suggestions】: Four days and three nights, deeply experience the days and nights of Xiamen📅 • Day 1: Arrive in Xiamen, head straight to Zhongshan Road Pedestrian Street after checking into the hotel, and start the food exploration journey. • Day 2: Spend the whole day on Gulangyu, savor the charm of history, and return to the city at night to enjoy the nightlife of Zengcuo'an. • Day 3: Visit Xiamen University and Nanputuo Temple in the morning, and head to Huandao Road for cycling in the afternoon to experience the seaside scenery. • Day 4: Visit Jimei School Village, feel the academic atmosphere and the beauty of Tan Kah Kee's architecture, return in the evening or continue to explore other niche attractions. Every trip is a purification of the soul, Xiamen, this city full of stories, is waiting to meet you in its unique way. Pack your bags, let's set off together to discover the extraordinary and beauty hidden in the everyday.JetsetExplorerX22
Just got back from a five-day trip to Xiamen, and I have some harsh truths to share!I've just returned from Xiamen, brimming with travel tips and some hard truths I need to tell you! Xiamen in May is unbelievably beautiful, but there are also plenty of tourist traps. Don't worry, I'm here to help you avoid them! 🌩️🎒 📌 Don't go to the wrong ferry terminal for Gulangyu; the Xiamen-Gulangyu Terminal is the way to go. Don't waste a trip! 🚤 💰 Luxury ferry ticket? Forget it! A regular ticket for 35r will do the trick, spending that extra 1 yuan to go upstairs is really not worth it! 💸 ⏰ Arrive at the terminal 50 minutes early; if you're late, you lose everything, as ferry tickets are non-refundable and non-changeable. Missing it is like throwing away a piece of waste paper! ⏳ 🛍️ Don't buy things on Gulangyu; the prices on the island are frighteningly high! 💸 🌿 Enter the Wanshi Botanical Garden through the west gate; the popular succulent garden is just a stone's throw away. Don't take the long way around! 🌵 🌅 Watch the sunrise at Huangcuo and the sunset at Baicheng Beach. Don't mix them up; each is not to be missed! 🌄 🏖️ Yefengzhai Beach is less crowded and has beautiful scenery. Go check in and enjoy the tranquil beauty! 📷 🐬 Kinmen Dolphin Base is not that easy to encounter dolphins, if you're short on time, skip it! 🚢 🛍️ Zengcuo'an is too commercialized, honestly not much to see! 🚶♂️ 🚇 Line 1 is super beautiful, don't miss it. Go directly to Jimei School Village for a walk, it's stunning! 🚌 📷 Lishui Reservoir 'Little Switzerland', a great place for taking photos on the big lawn, come and blow up your social media! 🌳 👣 Walk the Mountain and Sea Trail in the evening, take in the beautiful views of the Pan Tower, and remember to wear something comfortable! 🌆 🚗 Driving in scenic areas on holidays is asking for traffic jams, parking is difficult and expensive, better to use public transportation for an easy tour! 🚌 🦞 Zuoyihao Seafood Stall at the intersection of Sibei Road, authentic old Xiamen taste, it's a miss if you don't try it! 🍲 My itinerary: Day1: Arrive in Xiamen Day2: Jimei School Village → Nanjing Tulou → Yunshuiyao → Heguilou → Huaiyuanlou Day3: Nanputuo Temple → Island Ring Road → Zengcuo'an Day4: One-day tour of Gulangyu → International Architecture → Gangzaihou Beach Day5: Sea foraging experienceEmily Ellsworth
Be sure to check out the travel guide carefully prepared for the first trip to XiamenJust came back from Xiamen with friends, still feeling the warmth of the trip🤣 Today, I'm here to tell you how to enjoy Xiamen for the first time❓ Stay calm❗ ⚠️ PS: Be sure to check the weather in Xiamen before coming ✅Firstly, get to know the distribution of attractions 🌟Attractions in Siming District include: Nanputuo Temple (free), Xiamen University (free), Baicheng Beach (free), Zengcuo'an (free), Bashi (free), Huandao Road (free), Haiwan Park (free), Xiamen Botanical Garden (30 yuan), Guanyinshan (free), Shapowei (free), Zhonggu Cableway/Twin Towers (sightseeing ticket 180) 🌟Attractions on Gulangyu Island (close to Siming District) include: Haoyue Garden (15 yuan), Shuzhuang Garden (30 yuan), Organ Museum (20 yuan), Sunlight Rock (60 yuan), The Most Beautiful Corner (free) 🌟Attractions in Jimei District include: Yuanbo Garden (free), Jimei School Village (free), Marine Bicycle Lane (free), Ten-Mile Long Dam (free) 🌟Attractions in Haicang District include: Haicang Bridge (free), Tianzhu Mountain Park (free), Riyue Valley Hot Spring (178 yuan) ✅Next, transportation Airport✈️: Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (on the island) High-speed train station 🚄: Xiamen Station (on the island) High-speed train station 2🚄: Xiamen North Station (off the island) Subway🚇/Bus🚌: Search 'Ride Code' in WeChat Mini Programs, one code for all Gulangyu ferry ticket🚢: Search 'Meet Xiamen' in WeChat Mini Programs, click 'Gulangyu' for the ferry ticket as shown (tickets should be purchased in advance) ✅Then, what I consider the most important, accommodation It affects the arrangement of the itinerary and convenience We chose Siming District🏠 Transportation is relatively convenient and most attractions are concentrated, allowing you to experience the local life of Xiamen You can choose the area according to your planned attractions ✅Local specialties Ginger duck, satay noodles🍜, Wuxiang, sea snail skewers, peanut soup, Manjiang cake, oyster pancake, etc. If you want to cook by yourself, go to Bashi Market where you can find a rich variety of seafood Highly recommend a seafood restaurant named: 📍Fresh Roast Bar. Fresh Seafood Barbecue (located in Zengcuo'an Snack Street) 📝Our three-day and three-night itinerary for reference Day👍🏻 The night before, arrive at Shapowei▶️Shapowei citywalk▶️Xiamen Botanical Garden▶️Baicheng Beach🏖️▶️Cycling on Huandao Road🚴🏻♀️▶️Zengcuo'an Snack Street (Fresh Roast Bar) Day ✌🏻 Take a boat to Gulangyu🚢▶️Sanqiu Wharf reenacts Chu Yuxun and Murong Yunhai▶️Love Corner▶️citywalk Sunny Wall▶️Take a boat back to visit Bashi Market▶️Go home to cook seafood▶️Sing songs🎤 and play games with friends Day 👌🏻 Nanputuo Temple▶️Xiamen University▶️Alison Business School▶️Xiamen Metro Line 1▶️Jimei School Village▶️Ten-Mile Long Dam Hope every trip of yours is fulfilling🍃leonin_0011
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Xiamen is really a city worth visiting. The scenery is beautiful and the transportation is very convenient. Zhongshan Road has many pedestrian streets, the buildings are also very distinctive, and there are various snacks. . Go to the beach at night, the sea breeze blows, very comfortable
Xiamen is really a city worth visiting. The scenery is beautiful and the transportation is very convenient. Zhongshan Road has many pedestrian streets, the buildings are also very distinctive, and there are various snacks. . Go to the beach at night, the sea breeze blows, very comfortable
Xiamen is really a city worth visiting. The scenery is beautiful and the transportation is very convenient. Zhongshan Road has many pedestrian streets, the buildings are also very distinctive, and there are various snacks. . Go to the beach at night, the sea breeze blows, very comfortable
The scenery on the island is good, the Lin Qiaozhi Museum is good, the Yueyue Garden where the giant statue of Zheng Chenggong is located is worth a visit ． There are so many people in the most beautiful corner. The photo is taken at personal speed. The angle is taken in advance. The food tastes good in the Mitsukoshi restaurant. The manager is very enthusiastic and pays the bill for a discount. Send a hand-painted map
Gulangyu is a good place to travel! The scenery is very good, there are many restaurants, there are a variety of food, the building is also very special, and the transportation is very convenient. Very literary island, many museums to visit, recommended!
Xiamen is really a city worth visiting. The scenery is beautiful and the transportation is very convenient. Zhongshan Road has many pedestrian streets, the buildings are also very distinctive, and there are various snacks. . Go to the beach at night, the sea breeze blows, very comfortable
Very worth visiting, it is worth buying. The price of the package is favorable, and all attractions can be visited. When I arrived at Sunlight Rock, it was already more than five o'clock in the afternoon, and there were not many tourists. There is a Sunlight Rock Temple and a Master of the Law Memorial Park. The most worth seeing is a towering granite, which is the highest point of Gulangyu Island, at an altitude of 92.7 meters. Because the top can only accommodate about 30 people, we need to queue up to go up. We arrived at the top of the rock after ten minutes of rowing. Under the sunset, the whole Gulangyu Island has a panoramic view. The red roofs of various small buildings scattered throughout the island, and the opposite side of the high-rise buildings in stark contrast.
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