Explore Putian in a Day: Meizhou Island, Sanfang Qixiang & Night Cruise

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by Joseph

March 29, 2024 · 1 min read

Putian 1 Day Itinerary

Embark on a one-day adventure in Putian, a city that blends cultural heritage with natural beauty. Start your journey at Meizhou Island, a place steeped in history and home to a fascinating military museum. Allocate a full day to soak in the island's atmosphere and explore its rich past. Next, dive into the heart of local culture at Sanfang Qixiang, where you'll spend two hours wandering through lanes lined with the former residences of celebrities and characteristic neighborhoods. This area offers a glimpse into the architectural and historical significance of Putian. As the evening sets in, prepare for a magical hour on the Min River Night Tour. Board a boat at Taijiang Wharf and let the gentle currents carry you under the starry sky, providing a perfect and peaceful end to your day. This itinerary promises a mix of exploration, education, and relaxation, all carefully curated to ensure you experience the best of Putian in just one day.

Top 6 Hotels in Putian
TOP 1
Meizhou Island Maecuo Bed and Breakfast
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BOHE YARD HOTEL
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West Coast Inn Weizhou Island
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First Seeing Homestay (Weizhou Island Branch)
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Itinerary at a Glance
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Day 1: Exploring the Cultural Gems of Putian

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Meizhou Island

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Kickstart your Putian adventure with a full day at Meizhou Island, a serene getaway that's not just a picturesque retreat but also home to an intriguing military museum. Immerse yourself in the island's tranquil beauty as you explore its rich history and military past. The museum offers a unique glimpse into the island's strategic importance, while the surrounding landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for a day of discovery and relaxation.

Attraction Info

  • Meizhou Island, Xiuyu, Putian, China
  • Suggested tour duration: 1 day
  • Open from 7:00am-9:00pm,Ferry sailing time Daylight Saving Time (April 16 to October 15) 1. Luxury passenger ship The first flight in Meizhou is at 7:00 and the last flight is at 17:40; The first class of Wenjia is at 7:20 and the last class is at 18:00; There are buses every 20 minutes. 2. Night flights: One flight each at 19:00, 20:00 and 21:00. Winter time (October 16th to April 15th of the following year) 1. Luxury passenger ship The first flight in Meizhou is at 7:00 and the last flight is at 17:00; The first class of Wenjia is at 7:20 and the last class is at 17:20; There are buses every 20 minutes. 2. Night flights: There is one departure each at 18:00, 19:00 and 20:00. If the flight cannot sail on time due to weather reasons, ship maintenance, emergency evacuation, etc., the on-site dispatch shall prevail.

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Sanfang Qixiang

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Next on our Putian journey is a visit to the historic Sanfang Qixiang. Spend a couple of hours wandering through the lanes where time seems to stand still. This area is famed for its well-preserved architecture and the former residences of notable figures. Each alleyway tells a story, and the characteristic neighborhoods offer a window into the lives of the celebrities who once called this place home. It's a cultural tapestry that invites you to become part of its ongoing narrative.

Attraction Info

  • Sanfang 7th Lane, Gulou District, Fuzhou City
  • Suggested tour duration: 2-4 hour
  • Open from 8:30am-5:00pm

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Min River Night Tour

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Conclude your day with an enchanting Min River Night Tour. As the stars begin to twinkle, embark on a one-hour boat trip that promises to be the perfect endnote to your Putian escapade. Glide along the gentle currents of the Min River, taking in the illuminated cityscape from Taijiang Wharf. The night tour is a magical experience, offering a different perspective of the city's beauty and a tranquil moment to reflect on the day's adventures.

Attraction Info

  • Taijiang Wharf (near Taijiang Pedestrian Street) after Yuanhongcheng Department Store, Taijiang Pedestrian Street, Taijiang District, Fuzhou City
  • Suggested tour duration: 1-2 hour
  • Open from 8:00am-9:00pm

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Top Things to Do in Putian-2024

TOP 1
Meizhou Island
Meizhou Island
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Highlights:
Meizhou Island is a long, narrow island located in the southern part of Putian City, with its long side running north-south. The island is the birthplace of the culture of devotion to the sea goddess Mazu, and many magnificent temples on the island honor her. It has long been a place of pilgrimage for the coastal believers and is known as the “Mecca of the Far East.” Lovely scenery covers the island, including many intriguing large rock formations. And yet, the island’s broad beaches are covered in soft, fine sand, rounding it out as a traveler’s paradise. The island’s most famous site is the Huangjin (Golden) Beach on its southwest corner. The three-kilometer stretch of beach is famous as a great place to find sea life at low tide, play in the sand, and swim.
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Jiulihu Scenic Area
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Jiulihu Scenic Area is located in Xianyou County in Fujian Province. The area's most popular attractions include a picturesque lake and large waterfall. The lake has been famous throughout Chinese history and inspired many poets and writers. The waterfall is particularly spectacular. Visitors can walk past the waterfall and enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings.
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Nanri Island
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Nanri Island was called Nanni Mountain in ancient times, named after the mountains and the sea. The throat of Xinghua Bay is the third largest island in Fujian Province, and it is also called the sister island with Meizhou Island. Nanri Island is an undeveloped island. Nanri's attractions are divided into East Peninsula and West Peninsula. East Peninsula: wind farm, beach, Jiuzhong Mountain, if the weather is good, you can see the whole Nanri Island; West Peninsula: Emperor Mountain. Emperor Mountain is very characteristic. One side of the mountain is sand and the other side is stone.
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South Shaolin Temple Site
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Highlights:
According to legend, after the 13 monks of the Shaolin Temple in Songshan, Henan, helped Tang Taizong to unify China, Tang Taizong bestowed him on "monk soldiers" and allowed the establishment of ten branch temples across the country. The Linquan Courtyard in Jiulian Mountain, Putian County, is one of the earlier branch temples established among the ten branch temples of Shaolin Temple. During the reign of Emperor Taizong of Tang Dynasty, monks from Shaolin Temple in Songshan went south and came to Jiulian Mountain not far away and lived in Linquanyuan. After that, Linquanyuan changed its name to Linshan Shaolin Temple. In the Northern Song Dynasty, the temple was more prosperous, with more than 500 monks, and the martial arts style was extremely prosperous. Because of its large scale (covering an area of about 30,000 square meters), the martial arts style was at its peak, affecting southern China. Northern Shaolin's leg work is also known as "North Legs and Nanquan". During the Southern Song Dynasty, the monasteries still maintained a prosperous trend. Liu Kezhuang also praised "the Shaolin of Songshan in the city". Linquanyuan was destroyed in the early Qing Dynasty. In the early Qing Dynasty, the Southern Shaolin Temple was inextricably linked with the Heaven and Earth Society in the anti-Qing and Ming Dynasty struggle. At present, there are only some affiliated temples around the site of South Shaolin Temple, such as Zifu Temple and Honghua Pavilion. From 1986 to 1988, during the cultural relics census in Putian County, the ruins of this monastery, which had been annihilated for hundreds of years, were discovered, and 5 stone troughs of the Northern Song Dynasty were found engraved with the words "Monk Soldiers" and "Zhu Luohan Yu Jiancha San". In 1998, the reconstruction of the South Shaolin Temple was completed. In December 2006, the Southern Shaolin Temple officially accepted the management of the abbot of Guanghua Temple, and became a unified system of the two temples. The name of the "Southern Shaolin Temple" was inscribed by Mr. Zhao Puchu, president of the Buddhist Association of China.
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Jiulong (“Nine Dragon”) Valley Scenic Area
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The Jiulong Valley Scenic Area has always been known as Putian's beautiful “backyard,” and it includes the lower half of the nine waterfalls of Jiuli (“Nine Carp”) Lake. The scenic area also has quite a rich assortment of entertainment facilities. You can get your fill of lake scenery floating on a bamboo raft along the lake. Thrill seekers can get personally acquainted with the rapids on kayaks. Alternatively, visitors can challenge themselves by taking a walk on the cable bridge that spans the two sides of the stream.
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