Winter Warm Sun Tour in Xiamen: Xiamen University, Nanputuo Temple, Shapowei

Attraction Travel Guide - **Xiamen University**: You need to make a real-name reservation 1-3 days in advance through the "Xiamen University Visitor Reservation System" WeChat official account. Tickets are released daily at 8:00, 12:00, and 16:00. The weekday limit is 1,000 people, and 5,000 people on weekends and holidays. It is recommended to enter from the South Gate, visit Jiannan Auditorium, Shangxian Field, Furong Tunnel, Furong Lake in order, and exit from the West Gate. In December, Xiamen’s temperature is relatively warm; you can wear light-colored sweaters paired with jeans and a scarf, which is both warm and photogenic, matching well with the campus’s red brick buildings. - **Nanputuo Temple**: Free admission, and you can get free incense at the entrance. It is recommended to visit in the morning to avoid peak crowds. You can first visit the Hall of Heavenly Kings, Mahavira Hall, and other buildings to feel the solemnity of the temple, then climb Wulao Peak to overlook Xiamen city and the coastline. The vegetarian dishes inside the temple are worth trying, such as Xiangni Cangzhen and Luohan Vegetarian dishes. You can also taste local snacks like Shacha noodles at small eateries in the alleys around the temple. - **Shapowei**: This is the old port site of Xiamen, with many unique cafes, creative shops, and popular photo spots. The sunlight is soft from 3 to 5 pm, perfect for taking photos near the shelter harbor, with fishing boats and art spaces converted from old factories as the background, creating vintage and artistic photos. For dinner, you can choose the Million Million Burger shop or try Minnan specialty snacks at Liangfang. Transportation Guide - Xiamen Metro supports Alipay "Xiamen Metro Ride Code," and buses support WeChat "Xiamen Bus Ride Code." It is recommended to choose public transportation or shared bikes for travel, which is convenient and cost-effective. - It’s a 5-minute walk to Xiamen University and Nanputuo. Notes - Ultraviolet rays are still strong in Xiamen in winter, so bring sun-protective clothing, hats, and sunscreen. - There are many popular restaurants in Shapowei; it is recommended to check online reviews in advance to avoid disappointments.