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Anxi Qingshui Rock
Qingshuiyan, formerly known as Zhang Yan, was built in the Northern Song Dynasty and rebuilt in the Ming Dynasty. Zen Master Puzu, a monk in the Northern Song Dynasty, once practiced here. Seeing the clear spring water, he changed its name to build a temple. Patriarch Qingshui has many believers in southern Fujian and Southeast Asia. There are more than 60 Qingshui Zushi Temples in the bay. Overseas Chinese gathering areas in Southeast Asia, such as the "Snake Temple" in Penang, Malaysia, also enshrine Patriarch Qingshui. Therefore, Qingshuiyan is a temple located on a mountain in Anxi, Fujian, dedicated to the ancestor of Qingshui. The locals say it is very effective, so there are many believers and tourists, and it has the charm of an ancient temple hidden in the mountains. Since the scenic spot is built on the mountain, you must first climb a small section of the mountain to pray for blessings. The mountain is not high, and climbing is all about exercising.Anxi · 9.9 km from downtown
Qingshuiyan Hot Spring Resort
Qingshuiyan Hot Spring Resort is located at the foot of Penglai Mountain in the central-eastern part of Anxi County, Fujian Province, adjacent to the national AAAA-level tourist attraction Qingshuiyan. Spanning over 200 acres, it boasts breathtaking views of rolling mountain ranges. The resort enhances its local character by blending contemporary design techniques to recreate a settlement space with the distinctive essence of Anxi, as if shaped by time, fostering a mountain retreat lifestyle in harmony with nature. The resort features a hot spring park with over 40 soaking pools, 192 hotel suites equipped with private hot spring pools, along with various restaurants, meeting rooms, KTV, family-friendly spaces, go-karting, and wellness workshops. It is a comprehensive tourism and leisure complex integrating hot spring therapy, recreational spa services, business meetings, and family entertainment. Qingshuiyan Hot Spring Park is designed as a full mountain landscape, featuring various zones including the Xijuelong wave pool, jet ski performance area, family water play zone, secret bird's nest area, five-element energy houses, SPA center, mountain-view stone slab springs, Half Cloud tea brewing area, hot spring restaurant, and dining leisure spaces. With over 40 outdoor soaking pools and a daily hot spring output of 2,400 cubic meters at temperatures up to 60°C, it offers fluoride-rich springs (7.94–9.75mg/L) and metasilicic acid springs (77.82–91.26mg/L). Nestled amidst rolling mountain views, visitors can fully enjoy these nourishing natural hot springs for body and mind.Anxi · 10.1 km from downtown
Xihe Mountain Tieguanyin Cultural Park
Anxi Xiheshan is located next to the Yanling Tunnel on the East Second Ring Road of Anxi County, covering an area of nearly 8 square kilometers. It has been built into a rural complex integrating "cultural creativity + leisure sightseeing + popular science education + fun experience". Focusing on the theme of leisure agriculture, relying on natural mountains and ecological resources, it has laid out four major blocks: Wulong Town, Baisui Village, Huatianli, and Qingxin Lake. It has established projects such as Minnan Ancient House, Glass Tea House, Richard Parent-Child Paradise, Seven Tea Research Institute, Picking Park, Farmhouse Ranch, Windmill Flower Sea, etc., and has combined ecological tea gardens, excellent tea companies, Tieguanyin experience factories, natural sports, blessing tourism, etc., to leverage Anxi's tea culture tourism industry and economy in all directions.Anxi · 3.8 km from downtown
Quanzhou Kaiyuan Temple
Kaiyuan Temple is located in QuanzhouWest Street, Licheng DistrictBuilt in the second year of the Chuigong era during the reign of Empress Wu Zetian of the Tang Dynasty, it has a history of over 1,300 years. It is an important cultural relic along the southeastern coast of China and one of the larger-scale Buddhist temples in Fujian Province. The attractions of the monastery are arranged along the central axisWorship pavilion, the Baiting, the main hall of Kaiyuan Temple, the Sangpeng historic site, the Kaiyuan Temple's Sweet Dew Ordination Platform, the scripture depository, etc.Also,, as well as the stone pagodas on the east and west sides and the east and west corridors. Quanzhou Kaiyuan Temple - The heavenly king hall, also the mountain gate of the temple, was built in 1925. The stone pillars are slightly thinner at the top and bottom, thicker in the middle, shaped like a shuttle, reflecting the Tang dynasty stone pillar style. A wooden couplet hangs on the stone pillars, reading "This place is called the land of Buddha, where every street is filled with saints." It was composed by Zhu Xi, a great Neo-Confucian scholar of the Southern Song dynasty, and written by the modern eminent monk Hongyi. Crossing the mountain gate brings you toWorship pavilionStanding here, you can see the east and west pagodas rising from the ground and the spacious, bright east and west corridors symmetrically arranged on both sides. The east and west pagodas are among the more famous attractions in the area. The east pagoda is called "Zhenguo Pagoda (East Pagoda)," while the west pagoda is named "Renshou Pagoda." Standing over 40 m tall, they are one of the tallest pairs of stone pagodas in China and serve as landmarks and symbols of the ancient city of Quanzhou. Worship pavilionIn front, there is a large stone courtyard where officials and commoners from ancient and modern times gather for activities, becoming particularly lively during events. On both sides of the stone courtyard stand eight large banyan trees, beneath which are arranged 11 ancient sutra pillars and small stupas from the Tang, Song, and Ming dynasties in various styles, as well as two stone tortoises. Then there is the main structure, the Mahavira Hall of Kaiyuan Temple. The Mahavira Hall of Kaiyuan Temple also has an elegant name, "Hundred-Pillar Hall." Originally, the hall was planned to have one hundred pillars, but later, to accommodate the placement of Buddha statues and create space for Buddhist activities, the beams were extended, and the number of pillars was reduced, resulting in the "Hundred-Pillar Hall" with 86 pillars.Quanzhou · 43.2 km from Anxi
Zhimin Drifting
Zhimin Rafting, also known as Anxi Longmen Mineral Spring River Rafting, is located at the junction of Xiamen Tong'an and Anxi Longmen. The rafting river is about 5 kilometers long, with clear mountain springs, dense forests on both sides, winding and undulating rapids. The rafting has a constant drop, making it a good place for people to relax and enjoy the mountains and water.Anxi · 24.2 km from downtown
South Shaolin Temple
First built during the Longshuo era and abandoned in the Tianyou era. According to Cai Yongjian's "Xishan magazine" from the Qing Dynasty, which cited the Tang Dynasty's "Minzhong records," before the first year of Longshuo in the Tang Dynasty (661 AD), "Zhikong entered Minzhong and built the Shaolin Temple at the foot of Qingyuan Mountain, consisting of thirteen courtyards." "The Shaolin Temple had thirteen sections, surrounded by walls three zhang high, with vast fields and lush forests." "Beside the celestial altar stood the Shaolin Temple, where Zen master Zhikong met with Governor Wang at the celestial altar." Zhikong (styled Daoguang) was one of the thirteen staff-wielding monks from the Songshan Shaolin Temple renowned for saving the Tang emperor. His arrival in Min marked the beginning of martial monks in Fujian, and he trained twelve disciples—some capable of capturing tigers or lifting massive cauldrons, others skilled in wielding heavy crossbows, mastering chain hammers, or moving with extraordinary speed... The "Minzhong records" also states: In the first year of the Tang Tianyou era (907), "the Shaolin Temple rebelled against Wang Shenzhi's allegiance to the Liang Dynasty and was destroyed." Shi Mengshuo of the Southern Song Dynasty wrote in his "Donglu poetry collection": "The Shaolin Temple was built in Qingyuan, with ten grand gates and towering walls; a hundred acres of fields across three ridges, where a thousand monks practiced martial arts to rebel against the Wang regime." The "Wang regime" refers to the Min King Wang Shenzhi. Wang Shenzhi's destruction of the South Shaolin Temple in Quanzhou marks its first destruction. Prospered during the Taiping Xingguo era and declined during the Zhiyuan era The "Xishan magazine" records that in the sixth year of the Taiping Xingguo era of the Northern Song Dynasty (981 AD), an imperial decree was issued to rebuild the South Shaolin Temple in Quanzhou. This marked the second revival of the South Shaolin Temple in Quanzhou. Liu Changyan of the Northern Song Dynasty wrote in his poem: "The legacy of Qingyuan was built during the Xingguo era, the Shaolin spirit pervades throughout southern Quanzhou." "Xingguo" refers to the reign era of Emperor Taizong of Song, Taiping Xingguo (976–983). A copy of the Zhang family genealogy preserved in Donghu village, Dongqiao town, Hui'an county, states: "Shizhi, styled Fayi, renowned for stone carving, his craftsmanship was unparalleled, such as the stone lions in front of the Shaolin Temple in Quanzhou..." Zhang Shizhi was the younger brother of Zhang Shixun, a figure from the Song Dynasty, indicating his involvement in carving the stone lions at the entrance of the Shaolin Temple in Quanzhou during the Song Dynasty. Northern Song Dynasty records document that the South Shaolin Temple originally comprised a mountain gate, Mahavira Hall, dharma hall, Bodhidharma ancestral hall, thirteen halls, arhat hall, xuannü hall, scripture repository, heavenly king hall, Guanyin hall, Ksitigarbha hall and other supporting facilities, covering 400 mu of land. During the 2002 reconstruction of the heavenly king hall, over 40 stone temple components were excavated underground, including 1 pagoda base, 1 pagoda cover, 7 finials resembling those of Yinggeng Pagoda at Chengtian Temple, 4 stone caps, 4 column bases, 6 stone pillars, and notably 20 intact mortise stones measuring 1 m in diameter - all testifying to the temple's grand architectural scale. Numerous roof tiles and covers were also unearthed. Experts speculate these components likely belonged to the Quanzhou South Shaolin Temple's structures during the Tang and Song dynasties. During the peak periods of the Tang and Song dynasties, the temple housed thousands of martial monks. The "Xishan magazine · general records" also records: "In the first year of the Song Jingyan era (Yuan Dynasty's Zhiyuan 13th year, 1276), a thousand monks from the Qingyuan Shaolin Temple rebelled against Pu Shougeng's surrender to the Yuan Dynasty. The abbot of the Shaolin Temple, Yuan Miao... commonly known as Zhao Mengliang... (Yuan troops) pursued them to the Shaolin Temple... The vanguard, Qi Wotunsi, known for his cruelty, ordered an assault on the Shaolin Temple, provoking the fury of the thousand monks. Amidst the clash of swords, each monk fought like ten, leaving Yuan soldiers' corpses strewn across the east of Qingyuan city, with bones littering the fields. When Suodu arrived, he ordered arrows to be shot, killing most of the thousand monks, with only a hundred surviving... The survivors fled to Dehua (Daiyun Temple)." This marks the second destruction of the South Shaolin Temple in Quanzhou. In the mid-Ming dynasty, Li Sen (born in 1398), a wealthy philanthropist from Anxi, funded the purchase of large tracts of wasteland on Dongyue Mountain to establish charitable burial grounds for the free interment of remains by Quanzhou residents. These burial sites appear to have been the same wastelands where the Shaolin Temple was destroyed after its thousand monks resisted the Yuan dynasty in the late Southern Song period. Prospered during the Hongwu era and declined during the Qianlong era The "Xishan magazine" records: In the tenth year of the Hongwu era of the Ming Dynasty (1377 AD), Faben of the Xuanmiao Temple (a Shaolin monk who fled to Dehua after the resistance of a thousand monks against the Yuan Dynasty in the late Song period, aged 135) persuaded the local official Huang Zhongli to "petition the court for imperial approval to rebuild the Shaolin Temple." The monks then spread martial arts throughout southern Quanzhou. This marked the third revival of the South Shaolin Temple in Quanzhou. The Annals of Jinjiang County, Volume 69, from the Daoguang era of the Qing Dynasty records: "The South Shaolin Temple is located by the East Lake outside Renfeng... It was rebuilt in the 10th year of the Xuande era (1435) during the Ming Dynasty, but later fell into disrepair. Monks restored one-tenth of its original site and also enshrined County Magistrate Peng Guoguang, as Peng had helped monks reclaim temple lands." In the book "Records of Shaolin warrior monks" by master Deqian of the Shaolin Temple on Mount Song (published by Beijing Sports University Press, 1988), it is stated: "According to the 'Internal Chronicles of Shaolin Temple,' monk Yuanran possessed extraordinary martial arts skills and was commended by Emperor Jiajing of the Ming Dynasty (reigned 1522-1566). His eminent disciple, master Yuekong, was ordered to lead over 30 warrior monks who had proven their skills to Quanzhou, Fujian, to suppress Japanese pirates and establish merits. There, they built the South Shaolin Temple, where he became the abbot." This confirms that the "Internal Chronicles of Shaolin Temple" from the northern Shaolin Temple clearly records the existence of a South Shaolin Temple in Quanzhou during the Ming Dynasty, while the claim of it being newly built is a misconception. To this day, southern Fujian still circulates stories of northern Shaolin warrior monks suppressing Japanese pirates. During the Qianlong era of the Qing Dynasty, Emperor Qianlong toured southern China and feared that the warrior monks of the South Shaolin Temple might collude with the remnants of Zheng Chenggong (see "Quanzhou biographical records: Zheng Chenggong"). "In the fall of the 28th year of Qianlong's reign (1763), an imperial decree ordered the burning of the Shaolin Temple... From then on, no one dared to rebuild it." Some temple monks took refuge at Yipian Temple in Nan'an. This marks the third destruction of the South Shaolin Temple in Quanzhou. After the burning of Shaolin Temple, the monk Zhishan sought refuge among the people, continuing to recruit Shaolin disciples to oppose the Qing dynasty and restore the Ming. Zhishan, Hong Xiguan, and their disciples spread to Guangdong, further developing Southern Shaolin boxing, which produced the Southern Shaolin boxing champion Wong Fei-hung. Later, Wong Fei-hung's disciples brought the art to Hong Kong and spread it as far as the United States.Quanzhou · 45.7 km from Anxi
Qingyuan Mountain
Qingyuan Mountain is the only 5A scenic spot in Quanzhou, which is a local landmark. The mountain is only 500 meters above sea level and is a perfect spot for a casual hike. With thousands of years of history, a major highlight is Laojun Rock. Located at the foothill, it is a detailed carved sculpture of Laozi. Literally taste the culture of Southern Fujian by stopping and taking tea breaks during your hike. Brewing tea on the mountain while observing the view is highly recommended.Quanzhou · 44.6 km from Anxi
Anxi Confucian Temple
The Anxi Confucian Temple was built in the Northern Song Dynasty, and the existing buildings are in the Qing Dynasty. During the reign of Emperor Kangxi of the Qing Dynasty, Li Guangdi, a native of Anxi, was appointed as a senior scholar of Wenyuange and Minister of Officials (equivalent to a prime minister). Anxi Confucian Temple is a relatively complete Confucian Temple in China. It is a relatively complete ancient architectural art group in the south of the Yangtze River. It is a grand project, exquisite in art, majestic and magnificent, with distinctive characteristics of the times and places, and its artistic value and scientific value. It is quite high, fully demonstrating the wisdom and talent of the Chinese working people and reflecting the high achievement of Anxi's material culture at that time. Its architectural style has spread to Japan, and it is an important example of the history of Sino-Japanese cultural and technological exchanges. In June 2006, Anxi Confucian Temple was identified as the sixth batch of national important cultural relics protection units.Anxi · 264m from downtown
Kulangsu
Kulangsu is located in the southwest of Xiamen, Fujian province, China, facing Xiamen island across the Lujiang strait. With an area of approx. 1.88 km², it is a "sea garden, piano island and international architectural exposition" blending nature and culture. In 2017, it was inscribed as "Kulangsu: A historic international settlement".UNESCO World Heritage ListIt is a national 5A tourist attraction and a national scenic area. Kulangsu is a bedrock island with a winding coastline featuring numerous natural harbors and reefs. The terrain is predominantly hilly, with its highest peak, Sunlight Rock, standing at an elevation of 92.7 m.Subtropical maritime monsoon climateWith its warm, humid climate and spring-like weather all year round, the average annual temperature is 20.9°C, making it suitable for visiting any season. The entire island is car-free, free from the hustle and bustle of traffic, accompanied only by birdsong, floral scents, and the sound of waves. Kulangsu preserves historical buildings dating from the late 19th century to the mid-20th century.Over 1000 buildingsIt encompasses various architectural styles including Gothic, Victorian, Baroque, Nanyang shophouses, and Minnan ancient dwellings, earning the reputation as the "Expo of international architectureIt is a living specimen of an internationalized community in modern East Asia. Representative buildings: Bagua building (organ museum), Shuzhuang garden, Haoyue garden, former HSBC building, Trinity church, Lin Yutang's former residence, etc. Kulangsu boasts a profound musical heritage, with western music introduced through missionary schools from the late Qing dynasty. By the mid-20th century, the island had the highest piano density in China, nurturing renowned musicians like Yin Chengzong and Xu Feiping, earning it the title of "Piano islandKnown as the "island of music". Cultural landmark:Piano museum(Houses century-old pianos),Organ museum(Home to a giant pipe organ), the sound of music often fills the streets, and the tradition of family concerts continues to this day. Core attractions of Kulangsu: Sunlight rockThe highest point of Kulangsu, offering a 360° panoramic view of the entire island, Xiamen and the Taiwan strait. There's a saying: "A visit to Xiamen isn't complete without climbing Sunlight Rock." Shuzhuang gardenThe private residence of Taiwanese tycoon Lin Erjia, where "the sea is hidden in the garden and the mountains are embraced as views," blends Jiangnan-style gardens with coastal landscapes. The piano museum within the garden is renowned far and wide. Haoyue gardenAdjacent to the Zheng Chenggong memorial hall stands a 15.7 m tall granite statue of Zheng Chenggong, facing the sea with majestic grandeur, built to commemorate the national hero's recovery of Taiwan. Bagua building (organ museum)A landmark building on Kulangsu, blending Chinese and Western architectural aesthetics, housing hundreds of antique organs and regularly hosting organ concerts. Kulangsu bagua building Yuyuan garden, Gulang stone, Yanweishan ecological parkThe cultural and natural views scattered across the island weave together the century-old charm and poetic beauty of Kulangsu's mountains and sea. Tour tips Island access: Requires taking a ferry from Xiamen main island ferry terminal, no general admission ticket, core attractions require separate tickets or combo tickets. Transportation: Explore the entire island on foot or by sightseeing electric cart (for a fee). Motor vehicles are prohibited. Recommended season: Suitable all year round, with comfortable weather in spring and fall (April-May, October-November) when bougainvillea blooms and the scenery is particularly beautiful.Xiamen · 69 km from Anxi
Quanzhou Ancient City
Quanzhou Ancient City Scenic Area is a special tourist scenic area integrating coastal scenery, historical relics, folk customs and sculpture art. It has always been called "natural studio" and "Southern Beidaihe". Chongwu Ancient City is a relatively complete stone city left in my country. It is also a relatively complete historical site in the history of my country's coastal defense and a "National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit".Quanzhou · 43.8 km from Anxi
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Quanzhou Kaiyuan Temple
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What travelers say about Anxi
M19***94March 25, 2025
5.0
It's nice to go for a walk in your spare time. The scenery is nice when the weather is good, and it feels different when it rains. Just don't go during holidays, because there are many cars on the one-way road and it takes a long time to get into the parking lot. It will feel better on weekends when there are fewer people. Recommended
Anxi Qingshui Rock
宝宝看天下May 19, 2026
5.0
The environment is quite nice, I like it a lot, I'll come again next time.
Qingshuiyan Hot Spring Resort
M55***24July 17, 2023
5.0
Anxi Xiheshan Tieguanyin Cultural Park is a tourist and cultural town with tea culture as its theme. It has a large space and is surrounded by mountains and rivers. There is also an ancient house in southern Fujian built in 1876, which retains the traditional ancient house architecture with southern Fujian characteristics and is transformed into a homestay. There is a tea garden behind the ancient house, which is rich in Tieguanyin. Here you can experience the 8 steps of ancient tea making. May Day and National Day are better seasons, and the tea buds are relatively tender. In the busy city life, enjoy the comfort outside the hustle and bustle of the city!
Xihe Mountain Tieguanyin Cultural Park
菁菁 者莪July 23, 2026
5.0
Kaiyuan Temple, a thousand-year-old temple, boasts imposing twin pagodas and towering banyan trees, offering a tranquil escape from the bustling city. Just a wall away lies West Street, a vibrant hub of activity, with its exquisitely carved ancient buildings that blend the diverse cultures of the Maritime Silk Road, making it a worthwhile destination to savor and appreciate the rich heritage of Quanzhou.
Quanzhou Kaiyuan Temple
雷山龙腾September 3, 2023
5.0
At first I thought the water quality and environment were average, but after getting on the rafting boat I really experienced what excitement was. The scenery along the river was nice, and the rescuers provided very good service at each rapids point. Really, it was worth the money!!!
Zhimin Drifting
M31***92October 18, 2026
5.0
It was quite a show. Even though the performance conflicted with my schedule, I still made time to see it. Chinese martial arts, starting from a young age, has a long history and is very meaningful. Quanzhou is truly a wonderful place, blessed with beautiful scenery and talented people. Due to time constraints, I didn't have a chance to properly see the other sights of Shaolin Temple. I'll definitely visit again next time.
South Shaolin Temple
闲暇即财富October 11, 2026
5.0
Definitely worth a visit! The air is fresh, and there are many sights to see. Unfortunately, my schedule was limited that day, so I only took the bus to the mountaintop and visited part of the core scenic area. I didn't get to see the Hongyi Master Relic Pagoda, as half a day wasn't enough. I also missed the recommended evening dinner and panoramic view from Qingyuan Mountain. We'll see what happens next. There are walking trails and scheduled buses within the scenic area; you can choose your route based on your physical condition and schedule. During the National Day holiday, round-trip tickets for the buses are not available; a one-way ticket costs 15 yuan, and buses depart approximately every 20 minutes. Apparently, there's a bus back to the city from the visitor center at the foot of the mountain for only 1 yuan. The staff and holiday volunteers within the scenic area were very helpful, patiently providing guidance and answering questions.
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好鹏友工作室August 1, 2021
5.0
There are several well-preserved Confucian temples in Fujian, such as the Fuwen Temple in Quanzhou City, the Confucian Temple in Fuzhou City, the Changting Tingzhou Confucian Temple, the Tongan Confucius Temple, and the Zhangzhou Confucian Temple.
The Anxi Confucian Temple is also quite good. It is also quite large.
It is free and has the Anxi Museum inside.
Anxi Confucian Temple
Luks_usOctober 22, 2026
5.0
Kulangsu is without a doubt one of the most magical and unique places in all of China, capable of completely enchanting you from the very first moment. This island has something magnetic about it, allowing you to escape the hustle and bustle of the modern world for a while and step into a completely different era.What strikes you immediately upon stepping off the ferry is the pervasive, soothing peace. The fact that a complete ban on motor vehicles is enforced across the entire island—no cars, scooters, or noisy motorbikes—completely changes the dynamic of exploring. Instead of the roar of engines, you hear the sound of the sea, birdsong, and the sounds of music drifting lazily from the windows of villas and music schools. Kulangsu is not called the Island of Pianos for nothing. Walking through the shaded, narrow alleys, you get the impression that this entire place lives to its own unhurried rhythm, where the past seamlessly blends with the preseent.
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一直在路上的猫March 31, 2026
4.0
Quanzhou Ancient City.
Quanzhou is a place with a profound cultural heritage, reaching its peak during the Song and Yuan dynasties. It was the "largest port in the East" and the starting point of the "Maritime Silk Road." Designated one of the first batch of National Historical and Cultural Cities in 1982, and in 2021, "Quanzhou: A World Maritime Trade Center of Song and Yuan China" was inscribed on the World Heritage List, with eight World Heritage sites within the ancient city. The core urban area covers approximately 6.41 square kilometers, and the city's outline resembles a carp.
The most central areas of the ancient city include: West Street (a thousand-year-old street), Kaiyuan Temple + East and West Pagodas, the Bell Tower, the arcade buildings along Zhongshan Road, Qingjing Mosque, the Confucian Temple, and the Tonghuai Guanyue Temple. Religious diversity coexists here, earning it the title of "World Religious Museum."
Here, you can find traditional Minnan red-brick houses, Western-style buildings, and arcade buildings coexisting; intangible cultural heritage such as Nanyin music, Liyuan opera, and puppet shows are vibrant; Minnan delicacies such as tusu jelly, rice noodle soup, and runbing are abundant; the night view is dazzling, making it an excellent place for a walking tour.
Don't bother eating at the food stalls on the pedestrian street; most of them are popular tourist spots, the taste is average, and they don't really represent the quality of Quanzhou snacks.
Quanzhou Ancient City
