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Book a whole year of good luck with fewer people and beautiful scenery at Quanzhou temples

Autumn and winter in Quanzhou are perfect for temple visits! The weather is cool, and the incense is thriving. Save this exclusive guide❗️ 📍Recommended temple visiting times ▪️November to February, 8-10 AM has the fewest people ▪️Avoid the peak days of the 1st and 15th of the lunar month 🏯Top five temple reviews ▪️Chengtian Temple “Super peaceful Zen forest” Few tourists, ancient banyan trees towering Walking in the long corridor calms the mind Perfect for sisters who like quiet ▪️Shaolin Temple “👄Beautiful scenery” Built on the mountain, the red leaves are stunning You can also watch martial monk performances Best photo spot: in front of the Mahavira Hall ▪️Yuanmiao Temple “Incense burning very strong” Loved by locals Fortune sticks are very effective Remember to prepare small change for donations🧧 ▪️Kaiyuan Temple “Popular check-in spot” Recommended to see the East and West Pagodas! Black Wukong is at the Ganlu Precept Altar Remember to look for it~ ▪️Guanyue Temple “Crowded…” Quanzhou’s top temple❗️ Incense burning is very strong but very crowded Better to admire and take photos from afar If you want to worship, come early! 💡Xiao Sanzi’s thoughtful tips ✅Dress modestly, not too revealing ✅Step over the threshold, men on the left, women on the right ✅Make a wish and fulfill it ✅Nearby food: There are vegetarian restaurants beside the temples, and the peanut soup at the entrance of Chengtian Temple alley is super delicious!
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