[2025 Fuzhou Attraction] Travel Guide for Wushan Historical and Cultural Area (Updated Jul)

We wandered into Wushan Scenic Area as the first light filtered through the thick canopy, casting golden flecks on the mossy paths and red walls of quiet temples 🌳🌤️🛕. The mountain felt alive not loud, but humming with centuries of footsteps, prayers, and wind brushing through bamboo leaves. Incense curled from hidden shrines, mingling with the scent of camellia and damp stone. Stone lions guarded crumbling stairways that led to tucked-away pavilions where old poets once paused to write or dream 📜🦁🍂. Through the trees, glimpses of Fuzhou’s rooftops and river shimmered in the haze, the modern city held gently in the arms of something far older. At the summit, the shadows danced beneath the ancient trees, and time seemed to slow not stop, but breathe. Wushan didn’t ask for awe; it gave you presence, a quiet reminder of where you are, and who you’ve been 🌿🔔🌫️. #chinatravel #myitinerary #travel

Day 1: First Encounter with Fuzhou·Ancient Alley Night Charm - Afternoon: Arrive in Fuzhou and check into a hotel in Gulou District (recommended near Dongjiekou Metro Station for convenient transportation). - Evening: Stroll through Three Lanes and Seven Alleys, snap photos with the viral "Heart Tree"❤️, and admire the Ming and Qing dynasty architecture under the lights. - Dinner: Head to Daming Food Street to try local snacks: Yonghe Fish Balls (freshly pounded shark paste), Tongli Rouyan ("meat-wrapped-meat" intangible cultural heritage dish), and peanut soup with taro paste. 🏯 Day 2: Through the Millennia·Cultural Heritage of Mindu - Morning: Explore Three Lanes and Seven Alleys in depth, visit Lin Zexu Memorial Hall (free, featuring the history of the Opium Destruction at Humen) and Yan Fu's Former Residence (Min opera performances). - Afternoon: Hike up Wushan Mountain to discover peculiar rocks, pavilions, and thousand-year-old banyan trees; stop by Fuzhou Confucian Temple (in Zhuzifang area) on the way. - Dinner: Dine at the time-honored Antai Lou to savor Lychee Pork and Buddha Jumps Over the Wall (the crown jewel of Fujian cuisine, approx. ¥150 per person). ⛰ Day 3: Ascend to New Heights·Cultural Yantai - Morning: Take the cable car up Gushan Mountain (¥50 one-way), admire cliff carvings, and visit the thousand-year-old Yongquan Temple (vegetarian meals available). - Afternoon: Wander through Yantai Mountain Historical District, snap photos at Shi Cuo Church and the former U.S. Consulate, and relax at a café; head to Youth Square in the evening for sunset views of Liberation Bridge. - Dinner: Enjoy Fujian-style seafood at Xingxian Restaurant (a must-try on Dianping) in Yantai Mountain Commercial Street. 🌉 Day 4: Riverside Memories·Min River Splendor - Morning: Explore Shangxiahang Historical and Cultural Block, featuring ancient guild halls and picturesque bridges along Sanjie River. - Afternoon: Visit Fujian Provincial Museum (next to West Lake Park, free with reservation, showcasing Dehua white porcelain Guanyin statues). - Night: Take a Min River night cruise (departing from Taijiang Pier, ¥100/person, enjoy light shows along the banks). 🏝 Days 5-6: Pingtan Island·Dream of Blue Tears - Transportation: Take a high-speed train to Pingtan (~1 hour) or rent a car (2 hours). - Highlights: - Tannan Bay: Swim and forage on the fine sandy beach; if visiting between April-August, chase the bioluminescent "blue tears" (higher probability during high tide). - Beigang Village: Explore traditional stone houses and experience the "Singing Stones" workshop. - Xianrenjing: Marvel at sea-eroded caves (¥20 entrance fee); photograph sunset over the wind turbines at Changjiang'ao Wind Farm. - Accommodation: Book a sea-view homestay at Tannan Bay or Longfengtou Beach in advance. 🌿 Day 7: Enchanted Forest·Return Trip - Option A: Visit Fuzhou National Forest Park to see ancient banyan trees and the Aviary, breathing in fresh air (free). - Option B: Drive 1.5 hours to Yongtai Qingyun Mountain for Jiutian Waterfall and Royal Hot Springs (70+ pools). - Souvenirs: Buy jasmine tea and olives at Three Lanes and Seven Alleys, or take home raw Rouyan to cook. --- ⚠️ Practical Tips 1. Transportation: - Metro Line 1 connects Three Lanes and Seven Alleys, Yantai Mountain, and Fuzhou Station; free buses during specific hours on weekends/weekdays. - Rent an e-bike (~¥80/day) to explore Pingtan Island. 2. Food Tips: - Must-try: Laohua (Yi Tu Laohua), Guobianhu (Chaihuo Guobianhu), oyster cakes (Lungong No.1 Fried Buns). - Avoid overpriced Buddha Jumps Over the Wall in tourist areas; try Ju Chun Yuan or Wenru No.9 instead. 3. Heat Precautions: - Schedule outdoor activities before 10 AM or after 4 PM; bring sunscreen and a mini fan. Gushan Mountain and the Forest Park offer shaded, cooler areas. 4. Accommodation: - Downtown: Gulou District (near attractions) or Cangshan District (artsy homestays). - Pingtan: Tannan Bay homestays (ideal for blue tears) or Longfengtou area (better amenities). 💦 Summer Special: July-August offers "Free Metro + Scenic Spot Discount" combo tickets; check "Fuzhou Culture and Tourism" official account for details.

It is very close to the subway entrance and Sanfang Qixiang. It is also convenient to go to Yantai Mountain or other places. There are many delicious foods downstairs, so you don’t have to worry about food. It is also convenient to take a taxi. There is also a Wushan Scenic Area next to it, and there is also a Starbucks nearby.

## 🌸 **Core Flower Viewing Map** ### 1. **Jinji Mountain Park | A Feast of Flowers in the City's Mountain Forest** - **Flowering Period**: Blooming throughout the month - **Featured Scenery**: - Weeping cherry blossoms and peach blossoms form a "Pink Cloud Path." - Golden trumpet trees create a "Golden Waterfall." - The thousand-year-old mountain climbing path and Hong Kong orchid trees form a "Secret Flower Staircase." - **Tips for Photo Ops**: - Capture the Fei Hong Bridge cloud and flower sea from 6:30-8:00 am. - Take photos of the red walls of the Wei Jie Family Style Museum with camellias. ### 2. **Industrial Road Bauhinia Avenue | The City's Pink Artery** - **Flowering Period**: Mid-April to early May - **Flower Viewing Route**: - Wenquan Branch Road (white bauhinia) → Jinquan Road (gradient pink flower belt) → Industrial Road (dense flower corridor) - **Night Viewing Recommendation**: "Night cherry blossom effect" under the lights after 7:00 pm. ### 3. **Wushan Historical and Cultural District | Ancient Architecture and Flower Charm** - **Featured Combinations**: - Vermilion palace walls × falling cherry blossom rain - Cliff carvings × camellia bushes - Tang Dynasty stone pagoda × magnolia flower shadows - **Hanfu Photography**: Recommended props: oil-paper umbrellas/round fans 🚗 **Themed Flower Viewing Route** Wushan Tang and Song Dynasty stone carvings (magnolias) → Lin Zexu Memorial Hall (pomegranate flowers) → Three Lanes and Seven Alleys (Chinese fringe trees) → Jinji Mountain (night flower viewing)

Linxiaotai is located at the top of Wushan Mountain, 86 meters above sea level. It has the Fuzhou National Benchmark Climate Station, which was established in 1934. Linxiao Pavilion is a stone pavilion rebuilt in 2022. It has a wide view. Here you can overlook the beautiful scenery of Fuzhou City. There is also the word "Shou" (longevity) lying on the boulder. There are also many cliff inscriptions since the Song Dynasty. Since ancient times, it has been a good place for Fuzhou residents to climb and fly kites. It is now a holy place for internet celebrities to check in.

The Stone Forest Scenic Area is located in the middle of Wushan Park, covering an area of about 31,000 square meters. It is the core part of Wushan Scenic Area. The ancient cliff inscriptions and ancient tree groups are the themes of the scenic area. There are also ancient buildings such as Daoshan Pavilion and Lvzu Palace, as well as rare ancient inscriptions such as Yin and Yang, Piliyan, and Chongtian Terrace. Zeng Gong, one of the eight great masters of the Tang and Song Dynasties, once wrote "Daoshan Pavilion" here. It is a scenic spot rich in cultural and historical heritage in the center of Fuzhou.