Fujian Putian Travel Guide

🚄 Transportation 1. High-speed Rail: Putian Station is the main high-speed rail station, connecting cities like Fuzhou, Xiamen, and Wenzhou. A taxi from Putian Station to the city center costs about 15 yuan. 2. Bus: Putian Bus Station offers shuttle buses to Meizhou Island, with a ticket price of 50 yuan. 3. Island Transportation: Meizhou Island can be reached by boat, and you can rent a car or explore on foot on the island. 🌊 Must-Visit Attractions 1. Meizhou Island • Mazu Ancestral Temple: The Mecca of the East, with red walls and golden tiles, perfect for photos. • Meizhou Island Scenery: Blue sea and golden sand, mountains and sea connected, ideal for aerial photography. • Admission: 50 yuan. 1. Jiuli Lake • Waterfall Cluster: Jiuli Waterfalls, beautiful lake and mountain scenery, great for photography. • Admission: 50 yuan. 2. Guqiao Tower • Landmark of Putian Old Town, historic building, experience the city’s culture. 3. Dongfang Ershiwankan • Fujian’s version of “Venice,” water town charm, perfect for a stroll. 1. Nan Shaolin Temple • A thousand-year-old ancient temple, free admission, experience Zen culture. 🍜 Food Recommendations 1. Putian Braised Noodles: Rich broth, a city signature dish. 2. Xitianwei Wontons: Thin as paper skin, chewy meat filling. 3. Qiangrou Soup: Putian specialty, fresh and appetizing. 🏡 Accommodation Recommended to stay around Xinghua Fu Historical and Cultural Street, convenient for visiting Guqiao Tower, Nanputuo Mountain, and other attractions. 📌 Suggested Itinerary 2 Days 1 Night • Day 1: Putian Station → Guqiao Tower → Dongfang Ershiwankan → Nan Shaolin Temple → Night tour of Meizhou Island. • Day 2: Jiuli Lake → Meizhou Island → Xinghua Fu Historical and Cultural Street → Return. 3 Days 2 Nights • Day 1: Putian Station → Meizhou Island (full day tour). • Day 2: Jiuli Lake → Guqiao Tower → Nan Shaolin Temple. • Day 3: Dongfang Ershiwankan → Xinghua Fu Historical and Cultural Street → Return. 📸 Photo Tips • Mazu Ancestral Temple night view, Jiuli Lake waterfalls, and Shouxi Park red running track are popular photo spots. • Aerial shots of Meizhou Island create even more stunning effects. Hope this guide helps you plan a pleasant trip to Putian! (。o‿o。)✎