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Quanzhou 3 days 2 nights super complete travel guide route, food, photo

Quanzhou people stay up late to organize a super complete guide! Sisters who are preparing to come to Quanzhou can directly copy homework! Summarized transportation, accommodation, food, route, check-in attractions! · 【Transportation】 ✈️Plane: Direct to Quanzhou Jinjiang International Airport 🚅Motor car/high-speed rail: Quanzhou Station {It is recommended to go directly to Quanzhou Station, which is closest to the city and directly accessible by bus}, Quanzhou West Station, Quanzhou South Station 🚌City travel: The small white car that stops when you wave in the Licheng District, 2r/person to the station, ask the driver before getting on the bus whether he will go to the place you want to go, or you can make an appointment in advance in the 【Xiaobai Rent】 small 🟠 sequence 🚎Bus: 1r or rent a 🛵 small electric car, it is convenient to walk around the old city, and you are not afraid of traffic jams · 🛣️【3 days 2 nights route recommendation】 DAY1: Kaiyuan Temple·East and West Towers→West Street→Bell Tower→Chengtian Temple→Confucius Temple →Qingjing Temple →Guanyue Temple→Zhongshan Road Goldfish Lane DAY2: Qingyuan Mountain Laojun Rock→Xunpu Village→Zhenwu Temple→Tianhou Palace→Qinglong Lane Jubao Street DAY3: Overseas Traffic History Museum →Quanzhou Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum →Luoyang Bridge→Chongwu Ancient City→Xiaozai Town (Windmill Island) · 🍤【Food】 📍Water country noodle paste, 📍Aunt Zhuang's taro cake, 📍Aunt's chicken rack, 📍Love ah stone flower paste, 📍Bridge head vinegar meat, 📍Uncle Wu's earth bamboo freeze, 📍Yixin ice products · 📸【Check-in position】 1️⃣Quanzhou Film and Television Theater big word wall, go into the alley on the right of the famous product 2️⃣Berry Super Crazy Rooftop and Carp Coffee Rooftop, you can overlook West Street and East and West Towers, Carp Coffee House Rooftop, 20r/person for a cup of drink, closer distance 3️⃣The West Street Tourist Center is opposite the Kaiyuan Temple, and you can go up and take a photo with the tower without consumption 4️⃣The red wall in Kaiyuan Temple and the cherry blossoms at the end of January 5️⃣Xiangfeng Lane ⭕️【Trip preparation】 🏨Accommodation arrangement: Book suitable accommodation in advance, you can choose homestays near West Street 🗺️Itinerary planning: Understand the attractions, features and activities in advance, you can refer to travel guides, travel notes and guides on the Internet‘’ ☀️Weather conditions: Check the weather forecast to arrange clothes and itinerary reasonably. 💐There are now hundreds of shops in Xunpu Village, with many options, the price is uniformly 40 each, two sets of clothes, including hair styling without makeup, deposit 200r

A guide to the culturally rich ancient city of Quanzhou, where historic sites and attractions are concentrated

The ancient city of Quanzhou is not large, and it is home to historic sites such as Kaiyuan Temple, Confucius Temple, Guanyue Temple, and Qingjing Mosque. It is recommended to go to Guanyue Temple first, walk northwest along Tumen Street, and you can visit Qingjing Mosque and Confucius Temple not far away. Pass through the Confucius Temple, walk north along Zhongshan Road, to the crossroad of West Street, walk west from the intersection, and you can reach Kaiyuan Temple not far away. Qingyuan Mountain is also worth climbing, but it's a bit far, you can take a taxi to Laojun Rock. The above-mentioned ancient sites in the ancient city can be finished in half a day; Qingyuan Mountain is very large, with a full-length hiking trail, clear signs on the mountain, you can arrange it yourself according to time and physical strength. Impression: More than 700 years ago, Quanzhou was a world trade center, concentrating various major religious cultures at that time. 1. Guanyue Temple is very popular; 2. Qingjing Mosque is a very old mosque; 3. Some Nestorian sites can be seen, Nestorianism is a branch of Christianity; 4. Zhongshan Road is a commercial street, not wide, with arcades on both sides, convenient for pedestrians; 5. The stone carvings of the Heavenly Kings on the tower of Kaiyuan Temple are very exquisite; 6. The huge statue of Laozi at the entrance of Qingyuan Mountain, carved from natural stone mountain, the deep eyes see through time and space; 7. The view from the top of Qingyuan Mountain is good, there are many cliff carvings, and there is a pagoda of the high monk Hongyi on the mountain.

Fujian's largest Buddhist temple, home to China's tallest twin stone towers, is located in Quanzhou, Fujian Province, at Kaiyuan Temple

✅【Life】 "In this small town where I live, everyone firmly believes that there are gods three feet above their heads, and they also believe in spirits. People live closely with ghosts and gods..." This is how writer Cai Chongda describes the attitude of Quanzhou people towards gods in his book 'Skin'. 🚩【Folklore】 In the daily life of Quanzhou people, the folklore of "respecting heaven and earth and fearing ghosts and gods" is vividly preserved. Here, there is a temple every five steps and a temple every ten steps. It is a "city of all gods" that integrates various beliefs such as Buddhism, Taoism, Christianity, Manichaeism, and Hinduism. 📍【Check-in】 Kaiyuan Temple, located on West Street in Licheng District, Quanzhou, can be said to be one of the most representative places of Quanzhou's earthly and immortal atmosphere. Many people even list visiting Kaiyuan Temple as a must-do when traveling to Quanzhou. 📖【History】 It was first built in the second year of the Tang Dynasty, and has a history of more than 1300 years. It is the largest Buddhist temple in Fujian and a national key cultural relics protection unit. As a major part of "Quanzhou: The World Maritime Trade Center of Song and Yuan China", it has been included in the "World Cultural Heritage List". ➡️【What you see】 The Kaiyuan Temple we see now, its main temples were mostly built during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. It was originally called "Lotus Temple" because of the allusion of "Mulberry Opening White Lotus". Later, Emperor Xuanzong of the Tang Dynasty ordered the construction of temples throughout the country to show the grandeur of the Tang Dynasty, and they were all named after the year, hence the name "Kaiyuan Temple". 📍【Scale】 The temple covers nearly 120 acres and consists of a series of buildings such as the main building group in the middle road and the east and west stone towers. Not only is it high in regulation, majestic, and cleverly constructed, but it is also more splendid and brightly lit when you look closely. Especially the Zhenguo Tower and Renshou Tower, which are arranged in a "品" shape with the Daxiong Hall, not only stand tall for thousands of years, but are also the highest pair of stone towers in our country. Their meticulous and precise stacking methods and the exquisite relief carvings on the tower body are all shocking and are undoubtedly national treasures. 🚩【Achievements】 In addition, there are wooden couplets personally written by Zhu Xi, the Ganlu Jietan, which is known as one of the three major Jietan in China along with Beijing Jietai Temple and Hangzhou Zhaoqing Temple, and the Sutra Pavilion with a rich collection of historical materials, etc., are all must-see check-in points at Kaiyuan Temple. Of course, in addition to the magnificent and exquisite architecture and the long and diverse culture of Kaiyuan Temple, its classical, elegant, quiet and deep environmental atmosphere is also a reason why many people prefer it. ✅Check-in tips ➡️Quanzhou· Kaiyuan Temple 📍No. 176 West Street, Licheng District, Quanzhou City 🎫Free open to the public ⏰Opening hours 06:00-11:00; 15:00-18:00 🚩Check-in points: East and West Towers—Daxiong Hall—Ganlu Jietan 🚌601, 014, 006, 002, get off at Kaiyuan Temple Station

A day trip in Quanzhuo, Fujian Province (China)

The Fujianese city of Quanzhou is perfect for a day trip! 🌞🚆🙋 Here are its highlights, which are quite close to each others at walking distance: - Dakaiyuan Temple - West Street - Zhongshan Street - Quanzhou Confucian Temple - Qingjing Mosque - Guanyue Temple - Tianhou Temple - Quanzhou Maritime Museum Have fun in Quanzhuo and enjoy it's rich history and cultural heritage! #fujian #quanzhou #urbanexplorer #culturalheritage

Quanzhou for architecture & culture lovers !

Vibrant city to enjoy for at least 2 days for culture, architecture and food. Few worth it half-day trips around doable by didi. Active by day and night ! Visit the temple of the Queen of heaven in the morning then hang out around and through its southern streets during market time. Go back after sunset for a busy and messy atmosphere. Go to Kaiyuan temple in the afternoon and hang out on Xi jie, have tea and watch the sunset from one of the rooftop. Favorite one Baishui Haoxi, a nice-edgy renovated Republic of China building (around 1930). Get lost in the small streets and you will see small family temples built at every other corner. Other great temples, Confucian temple, Chengtian temple, Tonghuai temple, to see both by day and pass by by night. Stay at the Dongmian inn nearby the Chengtian temple, great host and ideal location. A half-day trip to Xunpucun is easy by didi, this village has old houses with walls built out of oysters shell, unique. Good destination for seafood and fish. A must try is also the ginger duck, a stewed duck long-cooked in iron pot with tones of ginger. #2023travelwish #mytripvlog #tripblazers #foodie #urbanexplorer #awesomepic #china #fujian #quanzhou

Quanzhou Kaiyuan Temple a must-see temple in Quanzhou Quanzhou Religious Holy Land, with numerous temple churches, large and small. The Dakaiyuan Temple, located at the starting point of West Street, is a must-see for Quanzhou. The East Tower and the West Tower, which are the symbols of Quanzhou Old Street, are the town tower and Renshou Tower in the temple. I especially liked his door, and I took a photo of no one for half an hour at the door. Address: No.176 West Street, Licheng District, Quanzhou City Tickets: Free Opening hours: 8

There are almost no tickets for the attractions in the old city of Quanzhou, except for the Qingjing Temple, which is only 3 yuan. Qingjing Temple, formerly known as Shengyou Temple, also known as Ayubha Grand Mosque, is located in Tumen Street, Quanzhou City, Fujian Province. It is the oldest existing Islamic temple built by Arab Muslims in China. It was built in the Northern Song Dynasty. Dazhong Xiangfu two years (AD 1009), the year is 400 years of history. The hall of worship associated with the gatehouse is also known as the Temple of Heaven. The Arab name is "Mesjid", the place where you worship God. It is a place of Muslim worship, covering an area of about 600 square meters, and the threshold is partially engraved with the Arabic Qur'an. Kaiyuan Temple is located in West Street, Licheng District, Quanzhou City, Fujian Province. It is an important cultural relic of the southeast coast of China and the largest Buddhist temple in Fujian Province. The temple was founded in the early Tang Dynasty in the second year of the arch (686 years), the first name of the Lotus Dojo, Kaiyuan twenty-six years (738 years) renamed Kaiyuan Temple. The existing main temples were built by the Ming and Qing dynasties. They are 260 meters long from north to south, 300 meters wide from east to west, and cover an area of 78,000 square meters. Kaiyuan Temple layout, the central axis from the south to the north are: Ziyunping, Shanmen (Tianwang Hall), Baiting, Daxiong Hall, Ganlu Ring, Tibetan Classical Pavilion. In the East Wing, there are Tan Yue Temple, Quanzhou Buddhist Museum (Hongyi Master Memorial Hall), Zhudi Temple. The West Wing has Anyangyuan, Gongde Hall and Shuilu Temple.

Quanzhou, Fujian, is an ancient city. Quanzhou is very famous in history. It once ranked the largest port in the East and is the starting point of the Maritime Silk Road. Especially after the Tang Dynasty, the Silk Road on the land began to decline, and the maritime Silk Road rose, and the status of Quanzhou became more and more important. Special historical status, this ancient city still retains many monuments. The most famous monument in the city is Kaiyuan Temple. There are many temples in Quanzhou, and Kaiyuan Temple ranks first in terms of scale and influence. Quanzhou Kaiyuan Temple was built in the second year of the Tang Dynasty (686 years), and was renamed Kaiyuan Temple during the Yuan Dynasty. Kaiyuan Temple is the largest Buddhist temple in Fujian Province. The buildings currently reserved are mainly built in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. This is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Quanzhou and is now free. The most famous of the temple is the two stone towers. The east is the "town tower", which was built in Tang Xiantong six years (865 years). Today, the stone tower was rebuilt between the second year of Jiaxi in the Southern Song Dynasty (1238) and the ten years of Yuyou (1250). The West is the "Ren Shou Tower", which was built in the second year of the Five Dynasties Liang Shuming (916). This stone pagoda was rebuilt in the first year of the Southern Song Dynasty (1228) and the first year of Jiaxi (1237). The two stone towers of Kaiyuan Temple have become the symbol of the ancient city of Quanzhou, often appearing in various promotional films. This is the highest pair of stone towers in China.

Let's go see the flowers blooming all over Quanzhou, please save these spots

Quanzhou, you really know how to enjoy the beauty! Spring has arrived, and Quanzhou has also welcomed a different kind of vitality. In this romantic season, you should go to romantic places! Follow me to check in at these spots! 1️⃣ Jinjiang Wudian City Use the spring ticket to take away the spring at Wudian City. There are so many check-in installations here! Inside the transparent suitcase, there are secrets of Quanzhou's spring. Walk the flower road in 2024, with money to spend, walk the flower road, pin a flower by hand, pass through the red brick ancient houses, and have a city walk. Wudian City always has a lot of surprises waiting for you! Along the way, there are various delicacies to accompany you, allowing you to check in all the delicacies of Southern Fujian in one go! 2️⃣ Jinjiang Wulin Traditional Village This place has a history of over 600 years, blending Chinese-Western and Southern Fujian architectural styles. It's really photogenic here! Ancient houses and alleys, red walls and tiles, the old foundation scenery of Quanzhou is all here, the good luck list wall, touch the fortune of the city of koi! Good luck in spring is being delivered! 3️⃣ Xunpu Village Wear flowers in this life, be beautiful in the next. In Xunpu Village, you can always 'pin' some good luck with spring. The romantic city, Quanzhou always has an inseparable bond with flowers! Although modern material life is within reach, they still devoutly pass on the lifestyle inherited from their ancestors. This beautiful little fishing village is definitely worth a visit! 4️⃣ Quanzhou West Street Under the East and West Pagodas, the thousand-year-old West Street, the city of light described by Marco Polo, from West Street to Tumen Street, within two square kilometers, Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism are all gathered. Looking at the red bricks and tiles, West Street occupies the most central position in Quanzhou. Kaiyuan Temple is also known as the first ancient temple in Southern Fujian, 'half the city is secular, and half is divine' is what they say about this place! ❤️ Romantic May, accompany her to see the story of Quanzhou's spring days~

Quanzhou Travel Guide | City of the Gods 3-Day 2-Night Free Itinerary

Still not sure where to go for the May Day holiday❓ Why not come to Quanzhou! Walk on the bustling West Street📜, see the prosperity of the marketplace! Experience Minnan culture in the ancient-style architecture🏯! Stroll around Kaiyuan Temple⛩ and feel the accumulation of history! 🗺【Travel Itinerary】 Day1: Arrive in Quanzhou - Prefectural Confucian Temple - Bell Tower - West Street - Kaiyuan Temple - Guanyue Temple Day2: Qingyuan Mountain - Cizao Village Day3: Jinjiang Wulin Traditional Village - Shishi Ten-Mile Golden Coast - Luojiang Temple - Return trip ⛩About the attractions: 🎐Prefectural Confucian Temple: Quanzhou Prefectural Confucian Temple, one of the 22 World Heritage sites, is an elegant place not to be missed by history enthusiasts or cultural explorers. 🎐West Street: The photo check-in spots are basically around here, a commercial pedestrian street 🎐Bell Tower: Located at the crossroads of West Street, the white building is very conspicuous 🎐Kaiyuan Temple: Visit the ancient temple of a thousand years, admire the majestic East and West Pagodas, and appreciate the profound cultural heritage of Buddhism. 🎐Guanyue Temple: As the most popular temple in Quanzhou with a grand scale, it is especially lively during the New Year period 🎐Wulin Traditional Village: There are 58 traditional southern official-style mansions, 10 century-old foreign-style buildings, and 11 Western-style buildings, where you can experience dressing up as 'Little Nyonya' for a photo shoot. 🎐Luojiang Temple: The Buddhist kingdom on the sea, built on an island, surrounded by the sea on three sides. The actor Li Xian made this sea temple famous, take photos at the same spot～ 🎐Golden Coast: Walking west from Luojiang Temple is the Golden Coast, where you can see the sea, play in the sand, and catch sea treasures 🚗About transportation: It is recommended to take the 'Little White Car' in the ancient city area of Quanzhou, 2💰 per ride Modes of transportation: 1. You can hail the car directly, and it will take you to your destination. Payment method: Click 'Travel' at the top of the Alipay homepage, select Quanzhou, and you can use the 'Quanchengtong Electronic Bus Card' by scanning the code 2. Use the WeChat mini-program 'Little White Rental', enter the starting point and destination, pay💰 and wait for the Little White Car to come 🏠About accommodation: Stay for a few days at the Minnan-style B&B 'Quanzhou Carp Lodge (Zhongshan Middle Road Store)' 1⃣The B&B retains the original architectural features of the ancient house~ 2⃣The wooden style🪵 decoration matches with wooden furniture🛋, which is very textured. The bathroom is clean and tidy, without any odor! The toiletries are very complete🧴! 3⃣The housekeeper service is superb! They prepare welcome fruits and tea☕, plan travel routes📝, and can promptly solve any feedback issues, very attentive! 4⃣The B&B is surrounded by a strong local atmosphere 🈶 snack shops, gourmet shops, convenience stores, etc.! Very convenient! 5⃣The Prefectural Confucian Temple is less than a hundred meters away from the B&B, a 2-minute walk away 6️⃣Kaiyuan Temple, Guanyue Temple, Qingjing Temple🏯 and other attractions are also nearby, and you can take the Little White Car🚐 right outside the door, making it convenient to go anywhere!

World Cultural Heritage, the millennium-old famous temple—Quanzhou Kaiyuan Temple

✔️ Quanzhou Kaiyuan Temple, located in West Street of Licheng District, is the largest Buddhist temple in Fujian Province. It was founded in the second year of the Tang Dynasty's Chuigong era (686 AD), and has a history of more than 1300 years. ✔️ Kaiyuan Temple is one of the few existing temples in China that maintains the Tantric regulations of the Tang Dynasty. The temple's setup, layout, Buddha statue arrangement, and various decorations all reflect the connotations of the Tantric culture of the Tang Dynasty. The architectural pattern is unique, the types of buildings are diverse, and the craftsmanship is exquisite, making it a collection of ancient Chinese architectural art. ✔️ The most eye-catching features within the temple are the two towers in the east and west, which have become the symbols of Quanzhou. The twin towers of Kaiyuan Temple are the tallest existing stone towers of the Song Dynasty in China and symbolize the prosperity of Quanzhou's overseas traffic during the medieval period. ✔️ The Mahavira Hall, located at position C on the central axis, also known as the Purple Cloud Hall, is said to have been named because when Kaiyuan Temple was founded, 'there was the auspicious sign of purple clouds covering the ground.' Therefore, not only is the main hall named Purple Cloud, but the plaque outside the mountain gate is also 'Purple Cloud.' The hall has a double-eaved Xieshan-style roof, and although it has been rebuilt many times, it still retains the simplicity of Tang and Song Dynasty architecture, making it the oldest and largest wooden structure in Southern Fujian. tips: 1. Admission Ticket🎫: Free admission 2. Opening hours: 6:30-18:00, the temple closes at 18:30

Free Reward || Quanzhou's Must-Visit Millennium Ancient Temple: Kaiyuan Temple

|| Quanzhou's Must-Visit Millennium Ancient Temple: Kaiyuan Temple. Kaiyuan Temple is located on West Street in Quanzhou, established in the year 686 AD, and has a history of over a thousand years. The entire Kaiyuan Temple covers an area of 78,000 square meters, making it the largest Buddhist temple in Fujian Province and a key national cultural relic protection unit. The garden layout of Kaiyuan Temple faces south from the north and is symmetrical from east to west. Inside the temple, banyan trees reach up to the sky🌳🌴, and the breeze is refreshing. Many girls visiting West Street wear flower hairpins to take photos inside, adding a touch of spirituality to Kaiyuan Temple. Many ancient buildings in Kaiyuan Temple are carved with sculptures, each set of sculptures tells a different story, and you can enjoy them slowly for half a day. 【Scripture Pavilion】It was rebuilt into a concrete imitation wood structure during the Republic of China period. The craftsmanship is so realistic that it can be mistaken for the real thing, yet it is the most minimalist-style building in Kaiyuan Temple. 【Mahavira Hall】The architectural carvings are exquisitely beautiful, with more than a dozen pairs of flying apsaras on the ceiling beams, and dozens of Buddha statues inside are intricately crafted. Unfortunately, photography is prohibited inside the hall, so it's best to respect the rules. The immortals and mythical animals on the roof turn into dragons and cranes, presenting auspiciousness in vibrant colors. 【East and West Pagodas】The frame structure repaired over seven hundred years ago, five-story stone pagodas, with dougong beams and mortise and tenon joints all made of granite, and the pagoda walls are carved with Buddhist stories. 📍Specific location: No. 176 West Street, Licheng District, Quanzhou City, Fujian Province 🚒Transportation strategy: Located on the pedestrian street, you need to get to West Street first and then walk in 💰Ticket information: Free ⏱Opening hours: Open daily from 6 am to 11 am, and from 3 pm to 6 pm, with no regular closing arrangements.

Check out these 9 photo spots in Quanzhou and you're all set, complete with a travel guide

Check out these photo spots in Quanzhou and you're all set!! Take photos like this!! Not even a nine-grid post on Moments can contain them all!!! ✅Bell Tower (Red Quanzhou Poster) Landmark building group photo, red poster at the parking lot intersection ✅Kaiyuan Temple Popular photo spot, red walls, East and West Pagodas, temple ✅Youli Tiantai Cafe Admission 20💰 or drinks 27💰, a popular photo spot that's very photogenic! ✅Juruo (White Calendar) White calendar downstairs – admission 58💰 upstairs, four floors that are great for photos~ ✅Meichao Feng Rooftop photo spot, 'Quanzhou' characters, highly recommended drinks~ ✅Christianity (Love) Leave 'Love' in Quanzhou~ ✅Xijie Group Photo Alley

On the first day of the Lunar New Year, blessings are sought at Kaiyuan Temple

Quanzhou Ancient City Walk, the third stop, Quanzhou Kaiyuan Temple! Kaiyuan Temple is located on West Street in Licheng District, Quanzhou City. It was built in the second year of the Chuigong era during the reign of Empress Wu Zetian of the Tang Dynasty, and has a history of more than 1300 years. Originally named Lotus Dojo, it was renamed Kaiyuan Temple in the 26th year of the Kaiyuan era. It is an important cultural relic along the southeast coast of China and also one of the largest Buddhist temples in Fujian Province. Kaiyuan Temple faces south with its back to the north. The central axis courtyard includes the mountain gate, worship courtyard, east and west corridors, Mahavira Hall, Sweet Dew Precept Platform, and Sutra Repository, among others. The Heavenly King Hall serves as the mountain gate of Kaiyuan Temple. Crossing the mountain gate, one arrives at the worship courtyard, where the towering east and west pagodas and the spacious and bright east and west corridors are symmetrically arranged on both sides. The east and west pagodas are famous attractions of Kaiyuan Temple. The east is the 'Zhen Guo Pagoda,' built between the second year of the Jiaxi era and the tenth year of the Chunyou era of the Southern Song Dynasty (1238-1250). It is an octagonal five-story stone pagoda in the style of a wooden pavilion, with a total height of 48.27 meters. The outer walls of the pagoda are decorated with stone statues arranged according to the five levels of Buddhism, from bottom to top: heavenly generals, arhats, high monks, bodhisattvas, and Buddhas, totaling 80 statues, representing the five realms of Buddhist practice. The base of the pagoda is carved with 37 panels of Buddhist stories, promoting the Dharma. The west is the 'Ren Shou Pagoda,' built during the Shaoding and Duanping eras of the Southern Song Dynasty (1228-1236). It is also an octagonal five-story stone pagoda in the style of a wooden pavilion, with a total height of 45.06 meters. The outer walls of each layer are alternately carved with figures from the various vehicles of Buddhism, totaling 80 statues, representing the Buddhist concept of the equality of all sentient beings' Buddha-nature. The base of the pagoda is carved with 40 panels of flowers, birds, and animals, harmonizing with this beautiful world. The east and west pagodas of Kaiyuan Temple are the tallest pair of stone pagodas from the Song Dynasty still existing in China, representing the highest level of stone construction skills in China in the 13th century. The main building is the Mahavira Hall. Rebuilt during the Ming Dynasty, it is known as the 'Hall of a Hundred Pillars.' The hall was originally planned to have one hundred pillars, but later, to accommodate Buddha statues and make space for Buddhist worship, the beams were lengthened and the number of pillars was reduced, resulting in the 'Hall of a Hundred Pillars' with 86 pillars. When I went there, it was the first day of the Lunar New Year, and many pilgrims were burning incense and praying for blessings. There were so many people. When in Rome, do as the Romans do, so I also experienced the New Year atmosphere of the people of Quanzhou! After leaving Kaiyuan Temple, I strolled and ate along West Street, tasting the local specialties of Quanzhou, such as ginger duck, noodle paste, frozen siphon, soft rice cake, vinegar meat, and Shihuagao... I just marveled at how many delicious things there are 😍😍😍! Address: No. 176 West Street, Licheng District, Quanzhou City Time: 6:30-17:00 Average cost: Free PS: It takes 20 minutes to walk from Quanzhou Prefecture Confucian Temple to Kaiyuan Temple, passing through the arcade building commercial street and the bell tower.

The place was anciently known as the Buddha's Land, where saints roam the streets," says the Quanzhou calling card: Kaiyuan Temple

Kaiyuan Temple is located on West Street in Licheng District, Quanzhou City, Fujian Province. It is an important cultural relic along the southeast coast of China and the largest Buddhist temple in Fujian Province. The temple was originally founded in the second year of the Chuigong era of the Tang Dynasty (686 AD), initially named Lotus Dojo. It was renamed Kaiyuan Temple in the twenty-sixth year of the Kaiyuan era (738 AD) and was the largest and most officially prominent Buddhist temple in Quanzhou during the Song and Yuan dynasties. The existing main temple buildings were constructed during the Ming and Qing dynasties, with a length of 260 meters from north to south and a width of 300 meters from east to west, covering an area of 78,000 square meters.

Quanzhou Kaiyuan Temple's Zhen Guo Pagoda is renowned for its stone carvings of figures, which are considered first-class

If the West Pagoda of Kaiyuan Temple, the Ren Shou Pagoda, represents the egalitarian paradise of the Pure Land, then the East Pagoda, Zhen Guo Pagoda, represents the hierarchical world of the Eastern Saha world. Look at the name of the East Pagoda, 'Zhen Guo,' which signifies the foundation of the nation; all sorts of orders, such as the Three Bonds and the Five Constants, must be adhered to. Especially the dozens of stories from the Buddhist scriptures on the Sumeru base are particularly vivid. The East Pagoda is three meters taller than the West Pagoda, and in terms of visibility, it is also much higher. 🧑🏻‍💻About Zhen Guo Pagoda The wooden pagoda from the Tang Dynasty was changed to a stone pagoda in the Song Dynasty, and it seems to have a higher status than Ren Shou Pagoda. 🏯Characters on the five-story pagoda ✅F1 Heavenly Realm: Devas, Nāgas, Yakṣas, Asuras, and Vajra warriors, etc. ✅F2 Sravaka Realm: People who have heard the Buddha's teachings ✅F3 Pratyekabuddha Realm: Those with insight and great wisdom ✅F4 Bodhisattva Realm: Bodhisattvas who can enlighten themselves and others ✅F5 Buddha Realm: The highest state Looking at myself I realize I am still just a tiny ant...

Travel Plog | City of the Gods

| City of the Gods.. I've been eating, eating, and snapping photos nonstop with Bao since we arrived in Quanzhou. We tried the local delicacies recommended by friends from Quanzhou, which were super satisfying, very affordable, and delicious! (I feel like I've become half a Quanzhou local, special thanks to General Hong and General Wei for their strong support) The area centered around the Kaiyuan Temple/Clock Tower in Quanzhou was our main playground. We traveled off-peak, so it wasn't too crowded. Whether visiting attractions or eating, we didn't have to wait long, and the experience was very good. Personally, I felt that the most crowded places were near the Wen Temple and Guan Yue Temple, where it was a bit congested, but not chaotic. I can't help but exclaim: "Lord Guan, your popularity is truly booming!" Quanzhou offers the option to ride small orange electric bikes, which makes getting around very convenient, except for being a bit pricey. Additionally, some streets are blocked off to motor vehicles, so you can opt for the small white buses that really do stop on a wave, very convenient, and the big buses are surprisingly cheap, only 1 yuan per ride. We stayed in Quanzhou for two days, and the weather was unpredictable, but it didn't affect our travel, and it was still acceptable. We didn't visit Guipu Zan Hua, but those interested really should try it out; it would probably be very photogenic if the weather is good, haha. It's worth mentioning that we also checked in at many interesting niche photo spots. Seeing Quanzhou from different angles is truly beautiful.

Quanzhou Guide | How exactly should one play in the ancient city?

| How exactly should one play in the ancient city? If you can only play for one day in Quanzhou, it has to be the Quanzhou ancient city, but how should you play, and which places are really good, listen to me carefully Selection of attractions in the ancient city There are many large and small attractions in the ancient city, enough to visit for three days and nights. The must-visit ones I have picked out are: Quanzhou Kaiyuan Temple Even if you really don't like the noise of West Street, Kaiyuan Temple is a must-visit The East and West Pagodas are really distinctive, linking history and religion very well. At the same time, a small stele, even a single word, has a significant background. I hope everyone comes not just for the scenery, but to do their homework, find a guide, or listen to the podcast I will recommend below Chengtian Zen Temple I like this place more than Kaiyuan Temple. There are relatively fewer people here, and it's very comfortable to stroll around. The landscape is quite rich and not boring. Every painting and every character is worth savoring Guan Yue Temple If you talk about the most popular place for incense, it must be here, with people coming from day to night. It is said to be particularly effective for career fortune, and even someone like me who never asks for divination can't help but follow the custom. The process of asking for divination is a learning process, and the architecture is also stunning. If you have time, you can come once during the day and once at night for different shocks Qingjing Temple The only attraction that charges an entrance fee. It is the oldest existing Islamic mosque. The dome inscription architecture is very distinctive. The style is like a small fresh spot in the ancient city. Alleys of the ancient city More numerous than the buildings are the alleys of the ancient city. In summary, the most characteristic and enjoyable alley is Goldfish Alley, the tastiest road is Zhongshan Middle Road, the most historically rich are Ancient Banyan Alley and Jia Di Alley, and to feel the local life, go to the latter half of West Street A tour suggestion Highly recommend a podcast by Quanzhou Old Li's 'Coming and Going in Quanzhou'. Although it is paid, it is definitely worth more than its price. Because Quanzhou is indeed a place that needs to be experienced slowly with a calm heart. Without understanding the culture and history, it can only be a cursory visit. This podcast is different from the past, as it will take you around, observing bit by bit, but it is also relatively time-consuming. I recommend everyone listen to two parts, One is the classic historical buildings, such as who is on each floor of the Kaiyuan Temple East and West Pagodas, their ranking, the source and meaning of the size of the buildings, all will be talked about, and even how to worship at the Guandi Temple will teach you! Two is the small alleys of the ancient city. Following him walking in the ancient city, ancient wells, stone tablets, paintings on the doors, carvings on the walls, old buildings, and even who lived inside will all be more clearly understood.

Please, is this really a unique case in the whole country? The Twin Towers of Quanzhou Kaiyuan Temple

Please, is this really a unique case in the whole country? The Twin Towers of Quanzhou Kaiyuan Temple. Ever since the successful application for World Heritage status, I have been longing to visit. This place was once known as the Land of Buddha, where saints filled the streets, people lived alongside deities, and ancient houses coexisted with Western-style buildings. Yes, this is Quanzhou, the City of Carp. Bai Yansong also mentioned that Quanzhou is a city that one must visit at least once in their lifetime. The culture of Southern Fujian is rich, filled with the atmosphere of human life, hence this three-day, two-night travel guide. DAY1. Quanzhou Station - Hotel - Kaiyuan Temple - Chengtian Zen Temple - Guanyue Temple DAY2. Prefectural Wen Temple - Zhongshan Middle Road - Milicreative Park - Bell Tower - West Street DAY3. Wudian Market/Cuipu Village - Return trip 🚄 Transportation High-speed rail station goes directly to Quanzhou, and the airport to the city center costs about 40 yuan. The attractions are mostly concentrated in the old city, which can be solved by walking. And there are basically buses, and for sightseeing cars, it's 2 yuan/person. Wave to stop, and the city attractions are basically covered～ 🏠 Accommodation Close to West Street or near Zhongshan Road The average cost is around 50-100 yuan. 💚 Major Attractions Kaiyuan Temple: Founded during the Tang Dynasty, the iconic East and West Towers are very photogenic. Chengtian Zen Temple: The most serene temple, where Master Hongyi passed away. Guanyue Temple: Although small, it is the temple with the most incense. Prefectural Wen Temple: The largest Confucian temple complex in the southeast region. Zhongshan Middle Road: Arcade buildings, with the Bell Tower at the end. West Street: Lots of snacks, must-visit Litian Terrace Cafe. Wudian Market: Artistic red-brick ancient houses, great for strolling and eating. Cuipu Village: Cuipu Auntie's headwear, houses made of oyster shells. 💚 Tips: ① Temples do not allow the carrying of meaty and fishy food inside. ② Temples are free of charge and do not require tickets, open from 7:00-17:00. ③ There is a place for offering incense at the entrance, donate as you wish. Light incense inside for blessings, donate to the merit box as you like. ④ Inside the temple, there is a fortune bag spot where you can get a fortune bag (bracelets and necklaces for 30 yuan each, available from 8:30-10:00 in the morning and 14:00-16:00 in the afternoon. I am Xiao Bao who loves to travel and share✌️

Quanzhou · Kaiyuan Temple - "A Thousand-Year-Old Ancient Monastery"

Entering Quanzhou, one must not miss Kaiyuan Temple! This ancient monastery, with a history of over 1200 years, has witnessed the glory of the Maritime Silk Road in Quanzhou. Inside the Mahavira Hall, the three giant statues of Sakyamuni Buddha stand solemn and majestic, as if telling stories of a millennium. The architectural style of Kaiyuan Temple is unique, with the charm of the Tang Dynasty coming towards you. Here, every step is imbued with the profound Buddhist culture. But remember, respect the temple etiquette, speak softly, and do not take photos at will. It is recommended to visit in the early morning or evening to avoid the peak of the crowd, to welcome the first ray of sunlight or to bid farewell to the last streak of sunset with Kaiyuan Temple. Come to Kaiyuan Temple in Quanzhou, feel the weight of history, and let your soul embark on a tranquil journey. Opening hours: 06:30~17:00 Free admission, located inside West Street, parking nearby is inconvenient, you can take the bus to nearby and then walk.

Quanzhou, Fujian

Quanzhou is located in the southeastern corner of Fujian Province, relatively close to Xiamen City. Quanzhou has a long history, with economic development beginning as early as the Zhou and Qin dynasties. The area is home to a number of ethnic minorities, with the Hui, Tujia, Miao, and She nationalities being the most populous. The local dialect is mainly Southern Min. In ancient times, Quanzhou was the starting city of the 'Maritime Silk Road' and has the permanent right to host the International Festival of the Silk Road on the Sea. It is one of the first batch of national historical and cultural cities, the first East Asia City of Culture, and a World Heritage City, among other titles.

The Renshou Pagoda of Kaiyuan Temple in Quanzhou features a Ming Dynasty Sun Wukong on a Song Dynasty tower

The Renshou Pagoda at Kaiyuan Temple in Quanzhou is quite interesting. On the dragon gate on the fourth floor, there is a relief of Sun Wukong. It's amusing to find the protagonist of the Ming Dynasty's 'Journey to the West' on a stone tower from the Song Dynasty. If I hadn't known since childhood that Sun Wukong wields a golden cudgel, I might have mistaken the object in his hand in the relief for a broadsword... 🏯 About Renshou Pagoda The western pagoda of Kaiyuan Temple was originally a wooden tower during the Five Dynasties period, and was rebuilt into a stone tower during the Southern Song Dynasty. It has weathered many years and is a five-story octagonal pavilion-style stone pagoda. 📸 Highlights ✅ Sumeru Base: Various mythical creatures, flowers and plants + strongmen supporting the tower ✅ Human reliefs: Found on every level of the pagoda, with bodhisattvas, monks, arhats, vajras, and of course, Tang Sanzang and the eldest disciple... ✅ The 'heart' character stone: The dot of the 'heart' character is at the bottom, located right beside the pagoda The main theme of Renshou Pagoda at Kaiyuan Temple is the equality of all beings. The pagoda's body features reliefs of all kinds of figures without any concept of hierarchy or status. Otherwise, how could there be a monkey among them? Back in the Song Dynasty, he wasn't yet the Great Sage Equal to Heaven...

Traveling in Quanzhou, burning incense and cutting candles under the twin towers, the glazed bricks are carved with Tang Dynasty style, and the ancient temple is bustling with worshippers

🛕 Next stop is the bustling West Street, filled with the scent of life, but before entering West Street, one must first visit this landmark ancient temple of Quanzhou: Kaiyuan Temple. This is the largest temple in Fujian Province, carrying a lot of heritage and memories. ————————— Name: Kaiyuan Temple Address: No. 176 West Street, Licheng District, Quanzhou City, Fujian Province Admission: Free Opening hours: 06:30-18:00 ————————— 🛕 Following the crowd, we entered this well-preserved ancient temple with a simple and natural atmosphere, and suddenly the mood became very different from the outside West Street. As you stroll around, you will discover its uniquely beautiful atmosphere. 🌟 Bustling Popularity Upon entering Kaiyuan Temple, one will be shocked by the bustling popularity here, with pilgrims and tourists crisscrossing, filling the main area to the brim. Some people rush through to admire the sights, some worship and burn incense with devotion, and some dance lightly in flowing skirts for photos. While feeling the popularity, one naturally gains a sense of respect. 🌟 Majestic Grandeur This ancient temple, which was founded in the Tang Dynasty, retains the simplicity and grandeur of the Tang and Song styles. The area is much larger than imagined. The eastern and western towers stand solemnly among them. Stone pillars, ordination platforms, worship courtyards, and treasure halls are decorated with solemn and grand carvings, adding a mysterious color to this ancient temple. 🌟 Quiet Stroll Wandering around, as you reach the side halls and backyards, the crowd gradually thins. Suddenly the world becomes quiet, with hands on wooden railings and feet on stone steps, serene and elongated. It seems to form a strong contrast with the noisy details outside, quietly observing the architecture, houses, and carved inscriptions, leaving footprints in the casual corners, even feeling at ease. 🛕 When you come to Kaiyuan Temple, you should be able to feel the devotion and expectation for a beautiful life in Quanzhou, a city where half of it is temples, and experience a different atmosphere as you walk through it.

Welcome to the Office of the Gods in Quanzhou

Bring your family to Quanzhou for the New Year, and here's a guide for first-timers on where to eat, play, and take photos. 🏨 Accommodation: Stayed in Sanchao Alley near West Street, a 10-minute walk to West Street 🌸 Xuangpu Village Hairpin Flowers: Hairpin flowers cost 40+ for a set of clothes, with a 200 deposit. Sisters who can do their own makeup and don't chase after internet-famous looks can do it themselves; it's fine to take your own photos when traveling with girlfriends. You can also hire a photographer; they know the spots that make for good photos. If it's not the peak season, you can book a photographer with a portfolio in advance. If you can edit photos, you don't need to ask for retouching (because you'll have to wait, just use Meitu Xiu Xiu to edit yourself) 🤡 Puppet Show: A cultural heritage worth experiencing with children. Couldn't get tickets for the New Year, bought overpriced tickets for the 5th row at the seafood market, recommend buying within the first 8 rows for a clear view. The performance was amazing, it changed my perception of puppet shows, and you can take photos with the puppets at the end. 📷 Popular photo spots on West Street: 1️⃣ Carp Sky Terrace Café (consumption required, 20 per person for rooftop photos without consumption, one adult drink can bring one child), go early for photos without queuing, this place has the best view of the Kaiyuan Temple Twin Towers. 2️⃣ Berry Super Crazy Advantages: This rooftop is free, and the drinks are delicious. Disadvantages: Really crowded, first time seeing a rooftop photo spot that requires queuing. 3️⃣ Quanzhou Characters: Navigate to the 85°C West Street store, don't walk past it, just turn left to see the two characters for Quanzhou. The bell tower is just ahead. 🍽️ Food: 1️⃣ Berry Super Crazy: Trustworthy drinks (Oriental Gardenia White is delicious) 2️⃣ Kun Ji Taro Cake·Stone Flower Cake: My goodness, never thought taro cake could be so delicious, crispy on the outside and silky inside. (Order takeout) 3️⃣ Spring Brother Teppanyaki: Heard I must try the ginkgo nuts!!! Crispy, fragrant, chewy, sweet and salty, ah! The barbecue is also delicious! 4️⃣ Xie Ji Four Fruit Ice: The four-fruit soup is delicious no matter which store, but the key is that their fried chicken legs and chicken racks are even tastier than those at barbecue shops. 5️⃣ Dongxing Beef: The food is delicious, but the attitude is very bad. Go for it if you don't mind. 6️⃣ Zhang Lin A Shan Ginger Duck, the perfect combination of ginger flavor and duck, the duck meat is very tender, and the oyster omelette is delicious The above is a brief record of my time in Quanzhou, a city with a profound cultural heritage. I'm ready to listen to a podcast about Quanzhou and visit it again, next time to seriously explore Kaiyuan Temple. See you next time, Quanzhou

Attend a concert and experience the fireworks atmosphere in Quanzhou

Date: 2024.01.20 Saturday 19:30 Venue: Quanzhou Strait Sports Center Stadium On January 20th, G.E.M. 'I AM GLORIA' Quanzhou show is coming. Quanzhou is a city with a long history and culture, full of Minnan charm. It would be a pity not to walk down West Street for some delicious food and then visit a temple while you're here! 1. Qingyuan Mountain Qingyuan Mountain is located in the northern suburbs of Quanzhou and is the first 5A-level scenic spot in Quanzhou. It can be considered a landmark of Quanzhou, where you can relax and exercise. 2. Quanzhou Kaiyuan Temple The grand Kaiyuan Temple is located on West Street in Licheng District of Quanzhou, built during the reign of Empress Wu Zetian in the Tang Dynasty, and has a history of over 1,300 years. It is an important cultural relic along China's southeast coast and also one of the largest Buddhist temples in Fujian Province. 3. West Street West Street is one of the earlier developed streets and areas in Quanzhou. As early as the Song Dynasty, it symbolized the prosperity of Quanzhou. It is also a well-preserved ancient street area in the city, retaining a large number of buildings with historical original appearance. Is January 20th your first concert of the new year? Come to Quanzhou and listen to G.E.M.'s live performance, and experience the fireworks atmosphere of Quanzhou~

Ultimate Quanzhou Travel Guide for Ladies: Includes Hairpin Flowers & Puppet Show (Solo Version)

🚄: Departure from various places —— Quanzhou Station 🏠: We chose a place that combines a small coffee bar with accommodation West Street and Kaiyuan Temple nearby are both fine. It seems that if you don't go to the seaside area, the attractions in Quanzhou are quite close, so there's no need to specifically choose the center 🛵: We chose to rent a small electric scooter, which was quite comfortable and convenient Often saw little white bikes on the road, they should also be convenient, I saw many people recommending them 🗺️: DAY1: Head to the hotel to rest a bit, then rent a car to go out for food —— 【West Street】First, have some 【Taro Cake】【Auntie's Chicken Ribs】and the like —— 【Berry Super Crazy Rooftop】check in for the full view —— Come out and eat 【Chun Ge Teppanyaki】's ginkgo across the street —— 【Bell Tower】 —— 【Auntie Hou's Rice Dumplings】 —— Went for a drink, have to say it's a whole street of bars, just pick any and it's great —— 【Dongxing Beef Shop】 —— Return trip DAY2: Breakfast at 【Shuiguo Men Rice Noodle Paste】 —— On the way to West Street, stumbled upon 【Kun Ji Taro Cake】so delicious, even shipped some home —— After doing makeup, went to 【Hairpin Flowers】directly found a shop on West Street, very nice! —— 【Kaiyuan Temple】take photos with hairpin flowers —— 【Quanzhou Puppet Theatre】watch a puppet show, remember to book in advance, super hard to get, personally I suggest if you're not too into it just get a 30 yuan ticket to have a look —— On the way back, bought some sour stuff DAY3: Breakfast at the 【Mashed Potato Noodles】we saw in the alley before, also had fried vegetable cakes —— 【Guan Yue Temple】to draw lots —— 【Chengtian Zen Temple】suggest to visit with Kaiyuan Temple, taking photos with hairpin flowers there will also look good, mainly because it rained on the second day —— Pack up and head out to see Jie Jie's concert 🔖: The route is basically like this. If anyone wants to see specific check-in spots and tips, as well as food reviews and such (I feel like I've eaten almost all the recommended ones hehe), then I'll post another hehe

Quanzhou in Fujian, a city of both worldly life and celestial charm

Quanzhou locals love and know how to eat; with the geographical advantage of being nestled between mountains and sea, they have everything from mountain delicacies to seafood. Mianxian Hu, Ginger Duck, Bamboo Shoot Jelly, Siguotang... A dazzling array of snacks, so much so that even Chen Xiaoching, the chief director of the renowned food documentary 'A Bite of China 2', who has tasted delicacies from all over the south of the Yangtze River, couldn't help but exclaim that no place in the country has such a rich variety of gourmet snacks as Quanzhou. Quanzhou was the starting point of the ancient Maritime Silk Road in China, and it was seen by the famous Italian merchant and traveler Marco Polo as 'the biggest port in the world'. It was known as the global maritime trade center of China during the Song and Yuan dynasties. Just think, since ancient times, this place has been a gathering spot for merchants from various countries. When venturing out, people would pray for the protection of deities, hence Quanzhou has been dubbed 'the Buddhist Land in the South of Quanzhou' and 'Penglai of Southern Fujian', with sayings like 'a temple every three steps, a Buddha hall every five steps', and 'strolling in Quanzhou, you meet immortals around the corner'. If every city were a book, then most cities would be dictionaries, but Quanzhou would be an encyclopedia. The history and culture of this city are never confined to museums but are found in the ordinary breaths of daily life. Its antiquity is not just about form and objects, but a temperament that still exists to this day.

Kaiyuan Temple in Quanzhou, Fujian: Travel through the millennium city of Ceiba and search for the memories of prosperity

Kaiyuan Temple in Quanzhou, Fujian: Travel through the millennium city of Ceiba and search for the memories of prosperity. The historical origin of Kaiyuan Temple Kaiyuan Temple, established in the Tang Dynasty, has witnessed the glory and silence of the ancient city of Quanzhou after a thousand years of wind and rain. Today's Kaiyuan Temple, although most of the buildings are rebuilt in the Ming and Qing Dynasties, still retains a strong historical heritage, as if traveling through time and space, back to that bustling place where all nations come and go. The prosperous memory of the city of Ceiba The city of Ceiba in the past was an important port on the Maritime Silk Road, attracting merchants and tourists from all over the world. On this prosperous land, Kaiyuan Temple is like a dazzling pearl, shining brightly. Today, the rebuilt Kaiyuan Temple gives us a chance to glimpse the prosperous scene of the city of Ceiba in the past. The unique charm of Minnan-style swallowtail ridge Entering the Daxiong Hall, the first thing that comes into view is the very beautiful Minnan-style swallowtail ridge ready to fly. This unique architectural style, which combines Chinese and Western cultures, shows the wisdom and ingenuity of the people of Quanzhou. The flying arch on the swallowtail ridge fully embodies the central idea of the combination of Chinese and Western cultures. The artistic heritage of the flying arch The flying arch in the hall, with a winged design, has both the charm of traditional Chinese architecture and the elements of Western architecture. This architectural style, which combines Chinese and Western cultures, is a historical witness to Quanzhou as an important port on the Maritime Silk Road. Here, we can not only feel the superb skills of ancient craftsmen, but also appreciate the tolerance and openness of the people of Quanzhou. Searching for the memories of prosperity Walking in every corner of Kaiyuan Temple, it seems that we can hear the echoes of history. Those past glories and honors have now become eternal memories. And we, here, have also found that spirit belonging to Quanzhou - perseverance and self-improvement. Kaiyuan Temple in Quanzhou, Fujian, a place full of historical heritage, a place where people linger. Here, we can travel through the millennium, search for the prosperous city of Ceiba, feel the unique charm of the Minnan-style swallowtail ridge, and listen to the artistic heritage of the flying arch. Let us together, feel the soul of this city with our hearts, and search for those prosperous memories.

Travel | Quanzhou recommended for a family self-drive trip

This note is dedicated to Quanzhou A running account record Quanzhou 'Half the city is bustling, half is celestial' 'Kaiyuan Temple tells half of Quanzhou’s history' ◽️Kaiyuan Temple When you come to Quanzhou, you must visit the grand Kaiyuan Temple To see Quanzhou's landmark buildings, the Song Dynasty constructed East and West Pagodas: Zhen Guo Pagoda and Ren Shou Pagoda Outside the temple is the hustle and bustle, inside is the incense Kaiyuan Temple, where the incense is very strong, has especially many pilgrims during the first lunar month You can get free incense, pray at Kaiyuan Temple! These days we stayed in a self-driving hotel in Fujian Only in Quanzhou, I booked a homestay for three days in advance Parking is not good in the old town area of West Street, B&Bs hardly provide parking And there is no elevator ◽️Longling·A Tree Homestay The room with a large terrace was booked There happens to be a hairpin shop on the second floor of the B&B Simply put on hairpins on the second floor, then take pictures on the terrace. It's so photogenic!!!!!! Love this large terrace! It overlooks the 'East and West Pagodas' at the same time 'Under the East and West Pagodas·Thousand-year-old West Street' ◽️West Street Looking for 'Dragon's Nine Sons' only to encounter Pu Lao and Recommended Fujian tea drink·Hu Jian Fujian people drink Hu Jian～ Also got the last bell tower fridge sticker from the West Street store Visited Juruo for the 'Quanzhou Calendar' ◽️Quanzhou Cultural and Creative Carp A nice cultural and creative shop to browse Visited once during the day and again at night Here, I bought many 'carps' for friends Like the Minnan characteristic small eaves raindrop 'Dripping Water Beast' It means dripping water makes money~ ◽️Huai Gu Tang Huai Gu Tang is also easy to browse. A nostalgic cottage but filled with items It seems like there are 'treasures' inside, various traditional Minnan small and large items ◽️Xiangfeng Homestay Homestay in Xiangfeng Lane Choosing this bed allows you to photograph the pagoda Suitable for children to take pictures 'Life Hairpin·Beauty in the Next Life' ◽️Xunpu Village Xunpu Village is not big, all are women with hairpins There are also oyster shell houses with Minnan characteristics There are many hairpin shops in the village, you can come without an appointment I booked a photo studio in advance, overall very satisfied 'Long History of Shaolin Martial Arts' ◽️Shaolin Temple Compared to Kaiyuan Temple, there are not many tourists here You can buy tickets to watch martial arts performances The itinerary can be arranged together with the Quanzhou Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum, very close We booked tickets for the Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum in advance, but in the end, plans changed Queued up to eat ◽️De Wen Shrimp Noodle ◽️Zhang Lin A Shan Ginger Duck 🦐The shrimp noodle soup is very fresh, very fresh, very fresh, very fresh. Choose the basic noodle ingredients yourself, luxurious by choice The ginger duck is really fragrant on the street Even people who don't like ginger think the ginger is fragrant ◽️Ancient Post Homestay Inside West Street, Zhou Yutong has stayed here!!! The boss introduces each person Transformed from a Minnan ancient house, traditional Minnan red bricks and Nanyang architectural style There are three terraces, you can see Kaiyuan Temple's East Tower from afar On the last day of staying here Celebrated dad's birthday Went to West Street for a night tour Bought the remaining snacks we hadn't tried yet.

Fireworks Dance with the Gods | The romance of Quanzhou is both traditional and free

| The romance of Quanzhou is both traditional and free. People say about Quanzhou: half the city is fireworks, half the city is fairy - Only when you come to Quanzhou can you deeply appreciate the beauty and ingenuity of this sentence. This trip to Quanzhou, the shock and surprise I felt were quite big, let me simply sort out the itinerary~ - 【Romantic Ancient City | Temple on the Sea, Quanzhou has Carp】 Luojia Temple: A temple on the sea, about 40-50min away from Quanzhou city center, many people have written about it, so I won't repeat it. Jinshang Bay Bridge: After visiting Luojia Temple, it's a place you really should pass by. It's on the way back from Luojia Temple to Quanzhou city center. You will pass by Jinshang Bay Bridge, where you can see a quite large colorful building. You can walk down to the beach opposite, there is a big ship, taking pictures is beautiful and comfortable (Figures 1, 2, 6) Quanzhou Ancient City: Just for taking pictures and checking in, girls wear flowers, avoid the main road, walk into some alleys and you will meet quite a few nice local people. Generally from Tumen Street→Chengtian Zen Temple→Bell Tower→West Street... There are quite a few photo check-in points in the ancient city. - 【Temple Prayers | People come and go, incense is abundant】 Guanyue Temple: Local friends say this temple is quite spiritual, so we went here first when we landed haha. Kaiyuan Temple: Kaiyuan Temple is quite large and there are many visitors. We even encountered the annual Buddha's Day yesterday, the scene was huge, crowded with people, very spectacular! Chengtian Zen Temple: A relatively quiet environment, the pagodas and Buddha statues inside have a long history, not many people take pictures here. The above are the three that most people visit. When you are freely wandering in the ancient city, you can also occasionally see temples of different sizes, so the four words 'people come and go' really aptly describe Quanzhou. Praying is a daily routine here, people's faith gives this place a strong scent of incense. - 【Old-fashioned Flavors | Half the city is fireworks, food is flavorful】 Cithorn Kafe: In the small alley next to Kaiyuan Temple, a quiet courtyard in the hustle and bustle, you can see the pagoda of Kaiyuan Temple, and also the World Heritage Exhibition Hall, bask in the sun and rest your feet, hand-brewed single product is serious about making coffee, not the kind of scenic area coffee machine is quite good. A Ling Peanut Soup: Paired with fried dough sticks, it's so good Jiaxiang Ginger Duck: We ate at the one opposite Chengtian Temple, the taste is good, it's diagonally opposite A Ling Peanut Soup. Tiancuo Beef Restaurant: So fresh, so flavorful Jiuliu Seafood Restaurant: The crab and the oyster tofu soup are good (a bit expensive here) Noodle Paste: You can choose to add different ingredients, also good - Other casual mentions 1, We stayed next to Ling Show World, it's quite convenient here, there are local food and bar street nearby. 2, The environment of the local Shuhua gym is good, we even took the time to work out (single pass) 3, The ancient city is quite large, if you can't walk, you can take the shuttle bus, otherwise it's really tiring 4, It's really hard to park in the ancient city, park the car a bit further and walk in haha - A few days in the small city, the romantic and free Quanzhou, seen by more and more people...