Xiamen Attractions

Pearl Bay in Xiamen
Pearl Bay is a nice bay in Xiamen city, which is lacated in the south of Xiamen city.
Close to Zeng Cuo An fishing village and near the Xiamen Hulishan Canon Platform.

Gulangyu Island
The snacks in Gulangyu is various and delicious. The island is facing with Taiwan across the sea.
The life here is very relaxing. Since it was under control by western foreigners for years. So the original buildings and churches are still contained as before. Nowadays, it is famous ...
The snacks in Gulangyu is various and delicious. The island is facing with Taiwan across the sea.
The life here is very relaxing. Since it was under control by western foreigners for years. So the original buildings and churches are still contained as before. Nowadays, it is famous for it's architecture and relaxing life.

Ci JI Temple- Temple of Bao Sheng Emperor
Bao Sheng Dadi or Baosheng Emperor ( literally means life protection emperor) (979-1036) was born in . Pai-chiao Village of Tung-an County in Quanzhou. , His name was Wu Ben Hua, a descendant of Zhou dynasty Emperor Tai Bo. After the fall of the Zhou dynasty, all the loyal family was scattered al...
Bao Sheng Dadi or Baosheng Emperor ( literally means life protection emperor) (979-1036) was born in . Pai-chiao Village of Tung-an County in Quanzhou. , His name was Wu Ben Hua, a descendant of Zhou dynasty Emperor Tai Bo. After the fall of the Zhou dynasty, all the loyal family was scattered all over in exile. To avoid being traced, they changed their family name to Wu. For several generations, the family members seek refuges in Buddhism, thus able to survive for nine generations. Wu Ben’s father name was Wu Tong and his mother name was Huang Shi.
During his lifetime, Baosheng Emperor devoted himself to medical miracles. After his ascension, Dadi repeatedly displayed his divine powers, which assisted the nation as well as the people. When Sung Kao-tzung was the crown prince and sent to be a hostage at the Jin Court, it was Dadi’s divine presence that saved Kao-tzung and escorted him back to China. After Kao-tzung had ascended the throne, he ordered the founding of a temple (the ancestral temple for Baosheng Emperor) and bestowed the title of Great Tao Immortal on Dadi.
Bao Sheng Dadi saved a lots people’s life. Public people respect him very much and worship him as a Buddha after his death.

Wuyuanwan (Wuyuan Bay)
bus; car; taxi;within 20mins from the airport.

Zhongshan Road in Xiamen
Business center in Xiamen, whether you’re looking for fine dining, fast food, local authentic flavours, stylish cloth, bags, accessories, shoes, etc, Zhongshan Road has it all.

Sha Po Wei Port-- The Old Fishiing Port in Xiamen
As a prosperous fishing port in Xiamen in 1980s, Sha Po Wei is located in old urban area in Xiamen Siming District, which became fading following the urbanization. It keeps the history of old Xiamen, and reflects the life of people decades ago.
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport
Opening in 1983, Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport offers direct flights between
Opening in 1983, Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport offers direct flights between
The faculties and services within the airport include: Modern clean western style restrooms, a baby changing room, moving walkways, free luggage carts, several restaurants, gift and convenience shops, a medical center, and a business center. There are a number of ATMs provided by several
Transportation:
There is an efficiently operated taxi stand just outside the arrival level. Metered taxis cost 8 RMB for the first 3 KM and 2 RMB per KM thereafter. Downtown
The shuttle bus to downtown costs 6 RMB. The shuttle bus can be caught just west of the terminal. It runs from 7AM to 9 PM daily.
Use the public bus for an even cheaper (1 RMB) means to reach your destination. Buses 27, 37, 41, 81 and 91 can be picked up just east of the terminal, and run until 10:30 PM each night.
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厦门鼓浪屿乘船小贴士 Tips for Ferries to Gulangyu Islet in Xiamen
Ferries are the only transportation to get onto Gulangyu islet in Xiamen. The new Wharfs and new policies for the ferries confuse most of tourists. Here are my tips to the new tourists....
Ferries are the only transportation to get onto Gulangyu islet in Xiamen. The new Wharfs and new policies for the ferries confuse most of tourists. Here are my tips to the new tourists.
1. Take ferries on Dongdu Cruise Ship Wharf or Songyu Wharf in Haichang in the day time, while on Lundu Wharf in the night time ( After 17:20 in the winter and after 18:20 in summer)
白天从东渡、嵩屿上岛 晚上从轮渡码头上岛
2. Two ship routes on Dongdu Cruise Ship Wharf.
a) Dongdu to Shanqiutian Wharf on Gulangyu. A liner every 20 minutes, RMB35 per ticket for round trip. First liner from Dongdu is at 07:10am, latest liner 17:30(in winter) or 18:30(in summer)
东渡邮轮中心码头至鼓浪屿三丘田码头航线。每20分钟一班,票价35元往返,东渡邮轮中心码头发船,首班07:10,末班17:30(冬季)、18:30(夏季)。
b) Dongdu to Neicuoao Wharf on Gulangyu. A liner every 20 minutes, RMB35(regular ship) per ticket for round trip or RMB50(luxury ship) per ticket for round trip. Regular ship leaves at 50th minutes of each hour. First liner from Dongdu is at 07:10, latest liner at 17:30(in winter), 18:30 (in summer)
东渡邮轮中心码头至鼓浪屿内厝澳码头航线。每20分钟一班,往返票价包括35元(普通船)和50元(豪华船)两种,其中每小时逢50分的航班为35元,东渡邮轮中心码头发船,首班07:10,末班17:30(冬季)、18:30(夏季)。
3. There is only one ship route from Songyu Wharf in Haicang district. That’s Songyu to Necuowo Wharf on Gulangyu. The ship leaves at the 30th and 50th minutes of every hour. A ticket costs RMB30. First liner from Songyu is at 07:30, latest line 17:50(in winter), 18:50( in summer)
海沧嵩屿码头仅提供一条往返航线:海沧嵩屿码头至鼓浪屿内厝澳码头航班,逢30分和50分发船,票价30元往返,首班07:30,末班17:50(冬季)、18:50(夏季)。
4. During the day time, tourists can leave Gulangyu from Shanqiutian Wharf or Neicuoao and go back to Dongdu Cruise Ship Wharf or leave Gulangyu from Neicuoao and go back to Songyu.
白天游客可从三区田码头或内厝澳码头离开鼓浪屿回到东渡游轮码头或从内厝澳码头离开鼓浪屿回到海沧嵩屿码头
a) Shangqiutian to Dongdu. First liner is at 07:20, latest liner 17:40(in winter), 18:40 (in summer)
b) Neicuoao to Dongdu. First liner is at 07:20, latest liner 17:40(in winter), 18:40 (in summer).
c) Neicuoao to Songyu in Haichang. First liner is at 07:20. The later liners leave on the hours and the 20th minute of every hour. Latest liner is at 17:20(in winter), 18:20 ( in summer)
鼓浪屿内厝澳码头至海沧嵩屿码头,首班07:20,逢整点和20分发船,末班17:20(冬季)、18:20(夏季)。
5. In the night time (After 17:20 in the winter and after 18:20 in summer). To get on Gulangyu, tourists have to take ferries from Lundu Wharf on Lujing Dao to Shangqiutian Wharf on Gulangyu. Night time ferry tickets are also RMB35 but with luxury ship. Tourists get on the ship from No.2 Hall. First liner leaves at 17:50(in winter), 18:50 (in summer). A liner every 20 minutes before 20:50, while 21:15-23:45, a liner every half an hour.
厦鼓游客夜间航线航班(鹭江道轮渡码头-鼓浪屿三丘田码头),票价也是35元往返,但使用豪华船,和白天一样实行航班制船票。鹭江道轮渡码头2号厅发船,首班17:50(冬季)、18:50(夏季),在20:50之前都是每20分钟一班,21:15-23:45为每半小时一班;
6. There are overnight liners starting at 00:45 from Lundu Wharf to get on the islet, and 01:00 from Piano Wharf to leave the islet. A Roud trip Ticket costs RMB35
夜间航班没了,还有通宵航班,游客通宵航线航班, 票价35元往返。轮渡发船,首班00:45, 鼓浪屿钢琴码头发船首班01:00.
Link to Ferry Boat Company (xiamen) for ticket booking and price : http://xmferry.com
Xiamen Introduction
Originally known in the west as Amoy, Xiamen 厦门 (or “gateway to China”) is a major port city with a long history of international commerce. It is situated on the southeast coast of Fujian Province at the mouth of the Jiulong River directly across from Taiwan. Greater Xiamen consists of the Island of Xiamen, Gulangyu Islet, several small islets and a portion of the mainland. Xiamen maintains the reputation as China’s cleanest city. There are many scenic spots in and around Xiamen, and it is one of the nation’s most popular tourist destinations. Xiamen is the ancestral home of many overseas Chinese, who have in turn contributed to the prosperity of the Island. The area is also the main point of economic and cultural contact between Taiwan and Mainland China. As one of China’s special economic zones, it has become one of the major access points for foreign capital and technology entering China.
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Southeast coast of Fujian Province, China, at the mouth of the Jiulong River across from Taiwan.
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Population:
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About 2 Million
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People:
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Predominantly Han Chinese
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Language:
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Mandarin (普通话) and Southern Min – Xiamen, a sub dialect of Min Nan Hua (闽南话)
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Local Cuisine:
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South Fujian cuisine, combined with Taiwan cuisine
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Dialing Code:
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86-592 from abroad; 0-592 from within China
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Getting There:
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Air, Bus, Train
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Getting Around:
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Bus, Taxi, Ferry, Train, Air.
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Weather:
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Subtropical climate with mild weather throughout the year
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Claim to Fame:
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“Gate of China,” “Cleanest city in China,” “Egret Island,” “Capital of China’s overseas tea trade”
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Xiamen Tourist Attractions
Xiamen is recognized as one of the most scenic places to visit in China. There are beautiful beaches, parks, museums and interesting cultural attractions to spend days exploring. The main tourist attraction in Xiamen, Gulangyu, is a delightful little island just a 10 minute ferry ride from the heart of down town. It’s a great place to spend a day but it’s even better to schedule two or three days to see all it has to offer. Hulishan Fort, only a 10 minute bus ride from the ferry terminal, provides the visitor a look at the past military history of Xiamen along with breathtaking views of the ocean. Xiamen University, one of the most beautiful campuses in China, if not the world, is just a short walk from Hulishan. For the temple enthusiast, Xiamen’s Nanpuoto Temple is a very well preserved 9th century temple that continues to serve as a place of worship. Wanshi Park, also a short bus ride from down town, has lakes, parks, temples, an amusement area and a botanical garden area with over 4000 species of plants. There are a number of other exceptional parks in Xiamen including, Zhongshan Park, Xianyue park and Bailuzhou park. For a day trip, try Jimei Study Village and Turtle Park located just north of Xiamen Island across the Xiamen Bridge.
Gulangyu in Xiamen China
Gulangyu is the third largest island off the coast of Xiamen, a city in Fujian Province in southern China. It is about 2 km2 (0.77 sq mi) in area. It is home to about 20,000 people and is a domestic tourist destination....
Gulangyu is the third largest island off the coast of Xiamen, a city in Fujian Province in southern China. It is about 2 km2 (0.77 sq mi) in area. It is home to about 20,000 people and is a domestic tourist destination. The only vehicles permitted are small electric buggies and electric government service vehicles. Visitors can reach it by ferry from the ferry terminal in Xiamen. Local residents are allowed to use a shorter 5 minute ferry to/from Heping Ferry Terminal. Tourists and non-locals must now take a longer 20 minute ferry ride from Dongdu International Terminal, as of October 20, 2014 with a fare increase from 8 yuan to 35 yuan. This has been in order to reduce tourist numbers accessing the island in an effort to conserve it. Gulangyu Island is renowned for its beaches and winding lanes and its varied architecture. The island is on China’s list of National Scenic Spots and also ranks at the top of the list of the ten most-scenic areas in the province.
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Nanjing Tianloukeng And Yongding Tulou one day Tour
Depart From: Xiamen
Duration: One day
Travel Arrangements: Xiamen-Nanjing Tianloukeng - Yongding
8:30-11:30: Pick up at 08:30 am. and take a 3-hour scenic drive to Tianloukeng Hakka cluster
11:30-12:00: Stop at the top of mountain to take an overview of Tianloukeng tulou which is named four dishes one soup ( there is a platform for sightseeing)
12:00-13:00: Stroll in Tianloukeng Village to see Hakka local life.
...Read moreDepart From: Xiamen
Duration: One day
Travel Arrangements: Xiamen-Nanjing Tianloukeng - Yongding
8:30-11:30: Pick up at 08:30 am. and take a 3-hour scenic drive to Tianloukeng Hakka cluster
11:30-12:00: Stop at the top of mountain to take an overview of Tianloukeng tulou which is named four dishes one soup ( there is a platform for sightseeing)
12:00-13:00: Stroll in Tianloukeng Village to see Hakka local life.
13:00-14:00:Drive about 5 kilometers from Tianloukeng to rickety building (Dong Dao Xi Wai Lou) which is named Yuchanglou with 700 years history. Have a traditional Hakka lunch there, visit Yuchanglou after eating.
14:00-14:40:Vist Taixia village and Zhang ancestor temple.
14:40-15:00: Leaving Najing Hakka Tulou, drive to Yongding Tulou.
15:00-16:00: Visit Chengqilou, this is the largest circular building composed by 4 circular buildings which was built in 1962.It’s also named “The king of earth buildings”
16:00-19:30: Finish the trip ,back to Xiamen.

The lost folk village in Xiamen
This is a beautiful village among beach, mountain, most of Xiamen attractions and business center.
Years ago, people lived a traditional life, men went outside to catch fish, fight with the endless ocean to rise the whole family, women stayed at home took care of children and housework. Everything is so peaceful and great.
This small village is not just as small as it looks like, 4 religious live peacefully there, which are Taoism, Buddhism, Christianity, and Islam.
...Read moreThis is a beautiful village among beach, mountain, most of Xiamen attractions and business center.
Years ago, people lived a traditional life, men went outside to catch fish, fight with the endless ocean to rise the whole family, women stayed at home took care of children and housework. Everything is so peaceful and great.
This small village is not just as small as it looks like, 4 religious live peacefully there, which are Taoism, Buddhism, Christianity, and Islam.
You can find all the tasty local snacks, such as Shacha noodles, sandworm jelly, peanut soup, oyster with eggs, etc.
Lots of people choose to stay in Zengcuo’an, due to many reasonable family hotels and guest houses. It’s convenient to go to Zhongshan Rd, Xiamen university, South Putuo Temple, Hulishan Forts, Taiwan folk village, and it’s right on the ring road, you can take a walk along the beautiful beach or just go to swim there.
Since it was found, lots of restraints and shops were opened, you can find almost everything in this little village, nice Chinese food, spicy or not, western food, burgers, French fries, pasta, pizza,
Coffee, drinks, thai food, ect. If you are patient enough, you can even find some amazing little gifts for your friends as souveniers.
Here are some pictures of this amazing village:

CIFIT2015 The China International Fair for Investment and Trade
The China International Fair for Investment and Trade (CIFIT), approved by the State Council of the People's Republic of China, takes place in September every year in Xiamen, China. Themed on "Introducing FDI" and "Going Global", CIFIT focuses on nationality and internationality, investment negotiation and investment policy promotion, coordinated development of national and regional economy, as well as economic and trade exchanges across the Taiwan Strait....Read more
The China International Fair for Investment and Trade (CIFIT), approved by the State Council of the People's Republic of China, takes place in September every year in Xiamen, China. Themed on "Introducing FDI" and "Going Global", CIFIT focuses on nationality and internationality, investment negotiation and investment policy promotion, coordinated development of national and regional economy, as well as economic and trade exchanges across the Taiwan Strait.
CIFIT is currently China's only international investment promotion event aimed at facilitating bilateral investment. It's also the largest global investment event approved by the Global Association of the Exhibition industry. CIFIT has the following major components: investment and trade exhibition, the International Investment Forum (IIF), a series of seminars on hot investment issues, and investment project matchmaking symposia.
CIFIT not only comprehensively showcases the investment environments, policies, projects and corporate products in all provinces, autonomous regions and municipalities t in China, but also attracts investment promotion agencies from more than 40 countries and regions. CIFIT offers optimum opportunity for business people at home and abroad to get an overview on the investment climates in China and other countries. It also provides them with the one-stop shopping service for multilateral investment cooperation, helping them to select from the widest range of investment projects and business partners.
In response to the adjustments of the world's industrial structure and in view of the emerging trends, challenges and opportunities in international investment cooperation, CIFIT carries out China's latest national development agenda, implementing strategies for coordinated development of regional economies, and promoting bilateral and multilateral economic exchanges and partnerships. CIFIT is poised to become the world's most prestigious international investment exposition.