[2025 Quanzhou Attraction] Travel Guide for Fashi Zhenwu Temple (Updated May)

🌟Why We Recommend It 1️⃣The hotel incorporates many Minnan elements, such as the grand lacquer painting screen "City of Light" in the lobby, the hibiscus-shaped chandeliers, and the white marble carvings of the East and West Pagodas using Hui'an stone carving techniques—all cultural symbols of Quanzhou as a Maritime Silk Road hub. 2️⃣Rich amenities include Thai Fortune Chinese Restaurant, Yuan Society All-Day Dining, the Lobby Lounge, and the Executive Lounge, catering to diverse dining needs, along with an indoor pool and gym. 3️⃣Located on the banks of the Jinjiang River, the hotel sits between the Donghai Administrative Center and the ancient city, making it an ideal spot for both business trips and travel. - 🛏️Room Highlights: Riverside rooms offer stunning views of the Jinjiang River, with the neon-lit Ferris wheel at night being a classic Quanzhou landmark. The room design blends local Quanzhou elements seamlessly, with Dehua white porcelain accents adding a special touch. Each room features a digital entertainment system for relaxation, rainforest-style shower facilities, and thoughtful details like capsule coffee machines, Kung Fu tea sets, and premium tea leaves—ensuring a comfortable stay. - 🍴Dining Options 1️⃣Thai Fortune Chinese Restaurant: Specializing in local Quanzhou Min cuisine and refined Cantonese dishes, the restaurant now offers a "Lunch All-You-Can-Order" set at great value. With private dining rooms and elegant decor overlooking the river, it’s perfect for hosting guests. 2️⃣Yuan Society Western Restaurant: The all-day dining spot and arguably Quanzhou’s best hotel buffet. The breakfast spread combines Chinese and Western options, including local classics like vermicelli soup and peanut soup. Dinner features live performances by foreign singers, creating a vibrant atmosphere. - 📷Nearby Attractions 1⃣️Zhenwu Temple: Just a 10-minute walk from the hotel, this Song Dynasty site was where officials prayed for safe voyages. Dedicated to the God of Zhenwu, it served as Quanzhou’s "second-generation sea god" and is part of Quanzhou’s UNESCO World Heritage, reflecting the city’s maritime trade legacy. 2⃣️Xunpu Village: Quanzhou’s most distinctive fishing village and the birthplace of the Zanhua headdress tradition. The oyster-shell houses are a unique architectural highlight. You’ll encounter local women adorned with floral headdresses, a charming cultural touch. Zanhua makeup and photos cost a flat rate of ¥40. 3️⃣Luoyang Bridge: Another UNESCO site, China’s first cross-sea stone bridge, is awe-inspiring at high tide. - 📅Itinerary Suggestion For Quanzhou, we recommend at least 2 days: one to explore the old town and try Zanhua styling, and another to visit coastal spots like Chongwu Ancient City in Hui'an or Shishi’s Golden Beach.

In the shadows of the mossy gray bricks, Footsteps of passersby tread over the fleeting and careless life, The Nan'an Temple Tower leans over and gathers its mottled reflection, The Dougong brackets of the Jade Emperor Pavilion hang empty, waiting for their destined one! At this moment, the stone steps of the Shijia Temple are silent, Two stone lions carry a thousand years of time, accompanying me in the sun. Route: Jade Emperor Pavilion ➠ God of Wealth Temple ➠ Zhenwu Temple ➠ Lingyan Temple ➠ Jixing Tower ➠ Drum Tower ➠ Weizhou Government Office ➠ Nan'an Temple Tower ➠ Wanshan Tower ➠ Jingxian Gate ➠ Shijia Temple

- ✨Quanzhou, a city of both fireworks and fairies This treasure route is a must-see! Explore the religious sites of the Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties Save this temple guide for your trip! - 📍Guanyue Temple (Free | 6:30–18:30) A "fairy office" with a lot of incense! The fortune sticks are very effective, and the lights at night will take you back to the world of Spirited Away. . 📍Chengtian Temple (Free | 7:00–17:30) The Zen aesthetics of the "No. 1 Temple in Southern Fujian"! The red walls and bamboo shadows are cinematic, and the place is quiet and beautiful. . 📍Kaiyuan Temple (Free | 6:30–17:30) Don't miss the Zhen Guo Pagoda and Ren Shou Pagoda! The best spot for cherry blossoms is at the west gate, and it's recommended to wear light-colored clothes when taking photos with the red walls. . 📍Luojia Temple (Free | Open all day) The same sea Buddha kingdom as Li Xian! It's recommended to visit during high tide, and the orange sunset and golden temple will make you the star of your social media. . 📍Quanzhou Confucian Temple (Free | 9:00–17:00) The red of Southern Fujian is 100% photogenic! The Starbucks spot is perfect for photos of the past and present, and there are Nanyin performances every Saturday night. . 📍Tianhou Temple (Free | 7:00–18:00) The oldest existing Mazu temple! The colorful porcelain on the roof is stunning, and you can try the four-fruit soup at the nearby Bingzhengtang. . 📍Xunpu Mazu Temple (Free | Open all day) A photo spot for women with flower hairpins! It's recommended to go at 8:00 am to see the flower hairpins, and you can also visit the oyster shell houses. . 📍Zhenwu Temple (Free | 8:00–17:30) The "Little Wudang" is a wonder of the three religions! The stone steps at the mountain gate are very martial arts-like, and don't forget to touch the sea lion pillar in the middle of the mountain. - 💡Tips: ① It's recommended to take the CNY 2 white bus in the old town. ② Avoid wearing short skirts and shorts when visiting temples. ③ The worship process at Guanyue Temple is complicated, so you can ask the staff for help. -

Regarding the Wudang Mountain in Quanzhou, I asked several locals in a row, including the lady who runs a homestay, the makeup artist who put flowers on my hair in Xiapu and her friend, and the taxi driver, but they all didn't know. "There is also a Wudang Mountain in Quanzhou. Isn't Wudang Mountain in Hubei? Where is the Wudang Mountain in Quanzhou?" In fact, there really is a Wudang Mountain [Facepalm]. Quanzhou Wudang Mountain is Quanzhou Zhenwu Temple, located on the north bank of Jinjiang River at the foot of Shitou Mountain in the east of Quanzhou City. It is a Taoist temple and an important landmark of the ancient Shigang. It was first built in the Song Dynasty. Zhen Dexiu, the governor of Quanzhou in the Southern Song Dynasty, offered sacrifices to the Zhenwu Emperor here in the early 13th century and prayed for safe navigation. The belief in the sea god embodied in the Zhenwu Temple was an important spiritual sustenance for the merchant groups engaged in maritime trade during the Song and Yuan dynasties. At the same time, as a place for Quanzhou officials to worship the sea, Zhenwu Temple reflects the government's encouragement and promotion of maritime trade. I accidentally found a little lion in the Zhenwu Temple. Although no one knew about it, it looked healthy, contented, and free and beautiful... [Love]