The top choice for sea gazing and daydreaming: a guesthouse

Discovered a stunning sea temple plus a hidden seaside guesthouse for a unique Quanzhou experience. Promise me you have to go feel this exotic vibe! 🌊 Chongwu Ancient City · Luojia Temple on the Sea Have you ever seen a temple amidst the sound of waves? Located on the Hui'an coast, Luojia Temple is known as the most beautiful Buddhist kingdom on the sea, appearing to float on the water at high tide. It’s best to arrive before 9 AM when the light is soft and crowds are few—perfect for photos in a white dress. The temple is free to visit, with solemn and compassionate Buddha statues creating a wonderful Zen atmosphere with the sea. 🏛️ Quanzhou Old Town · Half City of Smoke and Fire, Half City of Immortals Just a 40-minute drive from Hui'an to Quanzhou’s ancient city, this is the true museum of Minnan culture! The arcades and old houses on West Street are full of charm. Be sure to try the misua noodle soup and four-fruit soup. The East and West Pagodas of Kaiyuan Temple are landmarks with stunning colors on the ancient buildings. In the afternoon, visit Xunpu Village to experience the Zanhuawei flower hairpin tradition; renting a local costume for photos costs only 40 RMB—great value. 🌅 Nearby Scenery · Chase a Seaside Sunset 1️⃣ Moon Bay Beach: Just a 5-minute walk from my guesthouse, with fine sand and a lively scene of fishermen hauling nets at dusk. 2️⃣ Xiaozuo Windmill Island: An Instagram-worthy pure white windmill against the blue sea. Just navigate to "Hui'an Windmill Island Tourist Area" to get there. 3️⃣ Guishan Bay: A lesser-known black rocky beach where you can collect shells at low tide. Remember to check the tide schedule. ✨ Huazhu · Takuwu No.1 Seaview Guesthouse Definitely the guesthouse with the most beautiful view I’ve stayed at! A standalone white building next to Moon Bay, located at [No. 156 Maolin, Fushan Village, Zhangban Town]. Our 270° sea view room had a huge bathtub, and the housekeeper brought fresh fruit daily. The best part is the rooftop terrace, where you can photograph the lighthouse and the entire bay. Falling asleep to the sound of waves at night is so healing~ 🚗 Travel Tips: Renting a car is the most convenient way to get around. It takes about 40 minutes from Quanzhou city center to Hui'an’s attractions. The guesthouse offers free parking, and there are many seafood stalls nearby. I recommend trying Minnan’s specialty soy sauce boiled sea fish.