[2025 Quanzhou ] Travel Guide for Quanzhou Puppet Theater (Updated May)

| Quanzhou Puppet Troupe (3028). The history of Quanzhou Puppet Troupe dates back to the 1950s. Its development journey combines the preservation and innovation of traditional art, making it an important representative of Chinese marionette puppetry. In October and December 1952, Quanzhou Cultural Center established the "Quanzhou Puppet Experimental Troupe" and "Quanzhou Puppet Art Troupe" respectively, operating as "privately-run with public assistance" to integrate local marionette puppet artists. In March 1956, the Quanzhou municipal government (county-level city) merged the two troupes to form the state-owned "Quanzhou Puppet Experimental Troupe," marking systematic official support for traditional arts. In April 1960, the troupe further merged with the "Quanzhou Glove Puppet Troupe" and expanded into the "Quanzhou Puppet Theater." In August 1972, it was renamed "Quanzhou Puppet Troupe," becoming a state-funded professional arts group directly under Quanzhou City. The troupe is located at 24 Tongzheng Lane, Quanzhou, where it also maintains a cultural relics exhibition hall. Its core mission is to preserve marionette puppetry, maintaining over 700 traditional plays including "Complete Mulian Rescues His Mother," more than 300 "puppet tunes," and ancient musical instrument techniques such as "foot drums" and "gong and cymbals," while preserving the "Tang and Song dynasty style" carving craftsmanship. Building on tradition, the troupe has innovated puppet design, string arrangements, and stage formats, pioneering "high platform" and "human-puppet integration" stage styles to enhance artistic expression. Their repertoire spans mythology, history, and modern dramas, with works like "Flaming Mountain," "Monkey Taming," and "Ancient Art, New Form, Living Puppets" that preserve traditional elements while incorporating modern aesthetics. The troupe has won numerous international awards, including second prize at the Romanian International Puppet Festival (1950s), Special Group Award at the Croatian International Puppet Festival (2000s), and China's "Wenhua New Play Award" in 2002 for "Ancient Art, New Form, Living Puppets." Since 1960, the troupe has performed in nearly 40 countries and regions worldwide, including at the United Nations Headquarters, the 2008 Olympic Games opening ceremony, and CCTV Spring Festival Galas, serving as an "ambassador" of Chinese culture in international exchanges.

As a local who has eaten through West Street I've prepared this detailed guide overnight Ancient houses + sea breeze + Minnan flavors all in one place 📸 🏡 Accommodation Guide to Avoid Pitfalls ▫️ For West Street guesthouses, stay near 1915 Art Space where you can capture both towers in one frame from the rooftop ▫️ Light sleepers should avoid West Street main road! Guesthouses hidden in alleys like Jiuguan Yi are quieter ▫️ In the Wanda area, choose LOFT at Leading Show City, just a 5-minute walk to the TF rooftop for city night views ▫️ In Xunpu Village, stay in renovated stone houses so you can skip the line for hairpin decorating the next day 🌊 Transportation Tips ▫️ Don't take a taxi from Quanzhou Railway Station! Take the K1 bus for just 2 yuan directly to the Clock Tower ▫️ Rent an electric scooter (30 yuan per day) in the old town area, perfect for finding food through narrow alleys ▫️ Hidden route: There's a tourist shuttle from Wulin Ancient Village to Luojia Temple, where the "Buddha on the Sea" looks stunning in the 4pm light ▫️ Don't take unlicensed taxis to Chongwu Ancient Town! Buy a 15 yuan bus ticket at the passenger transport center for direct service 🍜 Local Food Guide ✔️ Jin Ji Satay Noodles (locals eat here from childhood to parenthood) ✔️ Dongxing Beef Shop (beef steak + salty rice with peanut sauce) ✔️ Auntie Zhuang's Taro Cake (opens at 3pm, be ready to queue) ✔️ Ai Ah Stone Jelly (add taro paste and QQ fruit for the authentic experience) ✔️ Shuimen Guozi Vermicelli Soup (must dip with fried dough sticks!!) 📸 Photography Guide ▪️ West Street Meichaofeng Rooftop (for sunset shots with both towers) ▪️ Wulin Chaodong Building (orange ancient houses with palm trees) ▪️ Luojia Temple (capture the "Buddha on the Sea" during high tide) ▪️ Xunpu Oyster Shell Houses (use oyster walls as foreground) ▪️ Chengtian Temple Red Walls (an uncrowded Forbidden City alternative with great lighting) ⚠️ Important Tips ❌ Don't buy Four Fruit Soup for more than 15 yuan on West Street! Bingzheng Hall on Zhongshan Road sells it for just 9 yuan ⭕️ Choose shops offering hairpin decorating service with costumes for 40 yuan, located near Xunpu Ship Management Station ⭕️ Check the tide table for Shishi Golden Coast Beach - you can only see the "blue tears" during low tide ⭕️ Taro cakes taste even better after refrigeration! They make great souvenirs to take home

That's right, I'm here to plant some seeds of wanderlust! Today, I'll unlock six treasure cities for you - from the hidden gem of Weixi in Northwest Yunnan to the vibrant Quanzhou, from the surfer's paradise of Wanning to the eclectic Macau, each stop is full of "wow" moments! Don't blink, this virtual tour is about to depart! 👉Hidden Gem of Northwest Yunnan: Weixi, Diqing This treasure city is nestled in the Hengduan Mountains, where you can see snow-capped mountains and forests right outside your window! Visit the "Tongle Lisu Village" to experience the intangible cultural heritage of "Achimugua" song and dance. The wooden houses adorned with corn are perfect for capturing stunning cultural photos. Don't miss the "Yunnan Snub-nosed Monkey National Park" to see the "elves of the snow mountains" leaping through the trees. Remember to arrive before 8:30 am to catch the adorable monkeys enjoying their breakfast provided by the forest rangers. Fans of Tibetan Buddhism shouldn't miss the "Little Potala Palace," Shouguo Temple. Its red walls and golden roof are particularly striking against the backdrop of the mountains. For those driving, the Dewei Highway is highly recommended. The Lancang River Canyon and Lisu terraced fields will leave you in awe along the way. 👉Explore the Eclectic City: Macau, China What to do in Macau? Touch the 400-year-old relief at the Ruins of St. Paul's, and next door, transform into a K-drama heroine in the pink houses of Travessa da Paixão. Pretend you're at the Roman Colosseum at Fisherman's Wharf - your friends will think you've gone abroad! Indulge in pork chop buns and sawdust pudding on Rua do Cunha until you can't eat any more, but remember to save room for authentic Portuguese cuisine. In the evening, head up the 338-meter Macau Tower for a skywalk or simply relax on the glass floor and watch the sunset paint Macau gold. For a hidden gem, visit Coloane Island, where the colorful houses and the original Lord Stow's Bakery are incredibly charming. 👉Immerse Yourself in Clay: Jingdezhen, Jiangxi The "Porcelain Capital" is not just about antiques! Try your hand at pottery and painting blue and white porcelain in the Ancient Kiln Folk Customs Area. The "blind box" experience of watching the masters open the kiln is thrilling. Art lovers must visit the Taoxichuan Ceramic Art Avenue night market, where you can find handmade teacups for around a hundred yuan. On Friday nights, there are bands playing in the Chimney Square. Yaoli Ancient Town is the real Jiangnan, with Huizhou-style old houses reflected in the river. The bluestone roads after the rain are like stepping back in time. Foodies, take note! For fried dough sticks wrapped in glutinous rice and cold noodles, head to the morning market. Fuzhou Nongkou Oil Stall starts its queue at dawn! 👉A Surfer's Paradise: Wanning, Hainan A surfing paradise ten times less crowded than Sanya! The glassy waves of Riyue Bay are perfect for beginners. The white walls of the seaside chapel against the coconut trees are incredibly picturesque. Snorkeling at Jiajing Island in Shimei Bay is amazing, with coral reefs and tropical fish so abundant it's like diving into an aquarium. For those traveling with parents, the Xinglong Tropical Botanical Garden is recommended. The chocolate DIY and the poisonous Upas tree exhibit are worth the ticket price. Stay at the Sheraton Shenzhou Peninsula Resort for 180° ocean views from your balcony and stunning lighthouse sunsets - your social media feed will thank you! 👉Windy City Plus: Dali, Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture Cycling along the Erhai Lake Ecological Corridor is the best way to experience it. Watch the sunrise at Longkan Wharf and chase the sunset at Wenbi Village. Relax at a rice paddy cafe in Xizhou and grab a Baba pastry from a corner shop to enjoy as you stroll. Shaxi Ancient Town is least crowded on Wednesdays. Listen to the jingle of horse caravans at the head of Yujin Bridge. For a more adventurous experience, hike up Mount Niaodiao for alpine meadows and mysterious lakes. In June, the mountain is covered in azaleas, a truly divine sight! 👉Where the Gods Dwell: Quanzhou, Fujian A magical city with a temple every three steps and a monastery every five! The Guandi Temple is known for its fortune-telling, and next door, the Qingjing Mosque boasts Arabic-style arches. Enjoy noodle paste with fried dough sticks in West Street and capture the perfect photo of the twin towers from the rooftop. Spend half a day as a flower-wearing woman in Xunpu Village and take photos in front of the oyster shell houses, just like Zhao Liying. In the evening, watch the intangible cultural heritage of marionette theater at the Puppet Theater. The veteran performers can make the puppets change faces and even breathe fire! Is this journey making you itch to travel? Save this guide, and next time you're planning a vacation, don't hesitate - choose the destination that speaks to you most and just go! After all, the best scenery is always on the road.

| 。Day 1: Travel Through a Millennium and Explore the World Heritage Old Town Route: Kaiyuan Temple → West Street → Zhonglou → Zhongshan Road → Quanzhou Confucian Temple → Qingjing Mosque → Guandi Temple → Tianhou Temple 🌞 Morning: Kaiyuan Temple and the Bustling West Street · Kaiyuan Temple: A landmark of Quanzhou. The East and West Pagodas in this thousand-year-old temple are must-sees! We recommend taking panoramic photos of the twin pagodas from Xiangfeng Alley to experience the artistic conception of "half city bustle, half city ethereal." · Strolling and Eating on West Street: From Yafu Runbing thin pancakes to Wu's Machi and Grandma Hou's roasted meat dumplings…eat your way through Minnan snacks! Don't forget to visit the "Berry Crazy" rooftop or the top floor of the West Street Tourist Service Center for a panoramic view of the old town. 🌇 Afternoon: A Blend of Old Town Culture and Faith · Quanzhou Confucian Temple: The largest Confucian temple complex in Southeast China, the ancient charm of the Spring Festival Gala branch venue still lingers. · Qingjing Mosque & Guandi Temple: The Islamic mosque and Buddhist temple, separated by a single wall, bear witness to Quanzhou's embrace of diverse cultures. · Tianhou Temple: The oldest existing Mazu temple in China, with exquisite porcelain mosaic carvings on the roof. 🌙 Evening: Stay Overnight in the Old Town and Embrace the Slow Pace of Life Staying in a homestay or hotel near West Street is convenient for evening outings and food hunting. Stroll with friends through the alleys around Zhonglou, and when tired, find a small shop for a foot massage and shoulder rub to relieve the day's fatigue. Day 2: Zan Hua Hairpin Experience, Get Zhao Liying's Same Zan Hua Style🌸 Route: Hotel → Xunpu Village → High-Speed Rail Station 🌄 Morning: A Zan Hua Hairpin Shop in Xunpu Village: Makeup, choose clothes, try on hairpins, and take photos📸 A Small Restaurant in Xunpu Village: Have lunch (oyster omelet, noodles) 🎭 Afternoon: Free Photo Shoot in Hanfu Various Alleys in Xunpu Village: Snap, snap, snap! Free Photo Shoot in the Zan Hua Hairpin Shop: Snap away! Xunpu Wharf: Watch the sunset🌇 and take photos📸 🏙️ Evening: Head to Quanzhou Station to catch the high-speed train to Xiamen Happily heading to the next city👻 💌 Recommendations for those with ample time: Quanzhou Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum: Free admission to see puppet shows, Nanyin music, Hui'an women's clothing, and other intangible cultural heritage items. The dynamic displays are amazing. Marionette Show: We recommend watching "Ancient Arts, New Forms, Living Puppets" at the Quanzhou Puppet Theater to experience the charm of this "living fossil." 🍜 Food List: Quanzhou Must-Eats Breakfast: Mien Xian Hu (a slightly thick and light noodle soup. It's palatable for Cantonese people, and worth a try, haha, mainly to savor the flavor). Lunch: Ginger Duck, Satay Noodles, Quanzhou Meat Dumplings. Snacks: Oyster Omelet, Sand Worm Jelly, Fish Balls. Desserts: Four Fruit Soup, Man Jian Gao (stuffed pancake), Cu Rou (sweet and sour pork). --- 🚗 Transportation & Accommodation Tips Transportation: Take the "Xiao Bai Che" (small white cars) within the old town (¥2/person, flag down anywhere), and use shared electric bikes for short distances. Accommodation: Choose near West Street/Zhongshan Road for convenient walking tours. Zan Hua Hairpin Experience: It's hard to go wrong. We recommend finding a makeup artist and photographer in advance. Quanzhou, a city whose history is written in stone and whose life is told through the bustle of daily life. Two days and one night is enough for you to fall in love with its ancient charm and vibrancy! 📸 Original content, reposting requires authorization｜

Quanzhou is a city that is very suitable for slow eating and walking. It is a small city with a big charm, which is very suitable for citywalk🚶 D1: Bell Tower-West Street-Kaiyuan Temple-Chengtian Temple-Guanyue Temple-Zhanhua in Xiapu Village📷 (Self-driving navigation🔍"Xindong Parking Lot" or "Xiapu Ship Management Station", do not navigate to "Xiapu Village", otherwise you will have to walk a long way)-Watch puppet shows at Quanzhou Puppet Theater at night D2: Wulin Traditional Village-Shishi Golden Coast-Luojia Temple (Sea Temple)-Hongta Bay Park 🏠Accommodation: Quanzhou Shancong Qisu Hidden in the core area of ​​Quanzhou Ancient City, separated by a wall from the "Xiaoshan Congzhu Cultural Park", it takes 10 minutes to walk to West Street and Bell Tower. At the intersection🉑, take a white car or a shared electric car to various attractions in the ancient city. It rained heavily the day we arrived. The housekeeper helped carry the luggage and brought an umbrella. The welcome fruit, hand-painted map 🗺️, and nightly service in the room were all the warmth of home~ The raindrops in the room tapped the French window. We nestled on the sofa and looked at the scenery of the park outside. The greenery gradually became an ink painting 🖼️ It was so healing For breakfast, there was noodle soup with Minnan specialty vinegar meat in it. It was super delicious with fried dough sticks 😋

I visited Changting, Longyan, and the intangible cultural heritage town of Quanzhou during the Lantern Festival, and it was absolutely worth it❗️ Day 1 Dapu🚗Longyan 📍Gutian Conference Site 📍Peitian Ancient Village 📍Changting Ancient City ☕️Tea Mountain Party 🍱Dinner at a relative's house 🏨Crowne Plaza Hotel Changting Day 2 📍Lianhua Lake in Changting Changting🚗Longyan 📍Longyan City Museum 📍Longyan Wanbao Plaza 🍱Lin Xin Farmhouse Longda Restaurant 🏨Homestay near People's Square Day 3 📍Longjin Lake Longyan🚄Quanzhou South 📍Quanzhou Old Town Bell Tower and West Street area 📍Quanzhou Puppet Theater (special performance for Lantern Festival) 🍱Bingzhengtang, Ai A Shi Huagao, Dongjie Bell Tower Meat Zongzi 🏨All Seasons Hotel (Quanzhou Fengze Plaza Huxin Branch) Day 4 📍Quanzhou Museum 📍Quanzhou Maritime Museum 📍Quanzhou Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum 📍Kaiyuan Temple ☕️Ye Song Cafe ☕️Youli Tiantai Coffee and Wine Bar 🍱Lizhiyuan Restaurant, Wushugong Tushun Jelly, Aunt Qin's Taro Cake 🏨All Seasons Hotel (Quanzhou Fengze Plaza Huxin Branch) Day 5 📍Wulin Ancient Village in Jinjiang - taking photos with hairpins (Nanyang costume) Quanzhou South🚄Shenzhen North

| "Quanzhou" on West Street, "Love" at Quannan Church. Today, I'm going to recommend a place with a lot of charm—Quanzhou! This is a city full of life and culture. Three days is enough to immerse yourself in its charm. Take notes! 🎫Ticket Tips Don't worry about tickets in Quanzhou. Most attractions are free! Only Qingjing Mosque requires a ticket (CNY 3), which is a great deal. ⏰Opening Hours & Reservations Pay attention to opening hours. For example, the Maritime Museum, Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum, and Minnan-Taiwan Cultural Museum are closed on Mondays. Don't waste a trip. Some places require reservations, such as Chengtian Temple, Kaiyuan Temple, Guanyue Temple, and the Puppet Theater. You can make a reservation on the day or in advance. 🚌Transportation Buses are very convenient. For example, take Bus 3 to the Maritime Museum or Bus 31 or K502 to the Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum. 📸Photo Spots There is a huge "Quanzhou" sign next to the West Street Cinema, which is a great photo spot. The "Love" sign at the entrance of Quannan Church is also a great photo spot. 🗓Itinerary Day 1: Quanzhou's Religious Culture Kaiyuan Temple: This is a landmark of Quanzhou. You must visit West Street. The red walls and rooftop are great photo spots. The East and West Pagodas are also very old. Every brick and tile tells a story. Zhongshan Middle Road: There are many delicious foods here. You can eat until you can't walk. Eat and stroll to experience the life of Quanzhou. Christian Church, Bell Tower, Zhongshan Street: Walk and see. These buildings have different styles and are very interesting. Guanyue Temple, Chengtian Temple: Chengtian Temple is where Master Hongyi was reincarnated. It has a lot of culture and is very peaceful. Day 2: Romantic Quanzhou by the Sea Golden Coast: Go early. There are fewer people and beautiful scenery. There is also a statue of Guanyin, which is very spectacular. It is a great photo spot. Wulin Traditional Village: There are many ancient buildings here. Walking through them is like traveling back in time. Experience the traditional culture of southern Fujian. Luojia Temple: This is a place that Li Xian has visited. Don't miss it. It is quiet and has a lot of Zen. Hongta Bay Beach Camp: Beach, waves, and camping facilities. Enjoy a relaxing time by the sea. Day 3: Quanzhou's Flower Hairpins Tianhou Temple: This is the largest Mazu Temple. You can come here to pray and experience the religious culture of southern Fujian. Xunpu Village: You must experience the flower hairpins. Plan your style in advance. Don't wear expensive clothes. Clothes under CNY 100 are fine. Wear beautiful clothes and stroll through the village to experience the local customs.

: : : : : : : : : : : : : : : 🍯Quanzhou cuisine [One] Yahe Quanzhou Restaurant (super delicious authentic Minnan cuisine ginger duck, and New Year's Eve dinner) [Two] Anhai Wushugong Tushun Jelly (this is made of sandworms, not bamboo shoots) [Three] Shuimen Guozai Noodle Soup (a three-piece set of braised large intestine + vinegar meat + fried dough sticks) [Four] Lan's East Street Meat Zong [Five] Aunt Qin's Taro Pancake (crispy on the outside and tender and fragrant on the inside, with taro paste inside) [Six] Lin's Fried Vinegar Meat (Quanzhou specialty snack) ⚠️Avoid spoils [One] If you are coming during the Spring Festival, remember to arrange your accommodation in advance [Two] You can choose to shoot hairpins in West Street or Xiapu Village. In summer, it is recommended to go to Xunpu Village, and in winter, it is recommended to shoot in West Street [Three] If you go to the beach during the Spring Festival, remember to wear a down jacket. The wind is very strong at the beach, so it is not suitable for bringing the elderly and children [Four] You can go to Guanyue Temple at 12 o'clock on New Year's Eve. It is a very lively temple in Quanzhou! [Five] You can also go to the beach on New Year's Eve, where you can set off fireworks on New Year's Eve. You can also get up in the morning to take pictures of the sunrise, which is super beautiful. [Six] If you drive your car, don't drive into the ancient city area. You can park your car at the Kaiyuan Shengshi parking lot, Yuanhe 1916, and the Fujian-Taiwan Museum parking lot. ㊗️Happy New Year everyone, have fun [Awesome]

Traveling to Quanzhou for the Lunar New Year? Check out this 5-day itinerary! Explore the ancient city and experience the festive atmosphere. Save this guide for your Lunar New Year trip to Quanzhou! / 🛤️ Itinerary: Day 1: Arrive in Quanzhou, the ancient city, and enjoy 24-hour VIP pick-up service. Check in to a 5-star hotel. After settling in, take a leisurely stroll through the ancient city and soak in the historical charm of Quanzhou. Day 2: Visit Kaiyuan Temple to explore ancient Buddhist culture -> Admire the unique architecture of the East and West Pagodas -> Stroll along West Street and savor authentic Quanzhou snacks and the local atmosphere -> Visit Quanzhou Shaolin Temple and experience the allure of martial arts -> Climb Qingyuan Mountain for a panoramic view of Quanzhou -> In the evening, head to Quanzhou Puppet Theater for a captivating puppet show. Day 3: Visit Guanyue Temple to experience ancient temple culture -> Head to Xunpu Village and experience the charm of a fishing village -> Try your hand at making traditional hairpins in Xunpu Village and learn about traditional crafts -> Walk along Luoyang Bridge and reflect on the traces of history -> Visit Chongwu Ancient City Scenic Area to admire the stone city walls and the hardworking Hui'an women -> Head to Xisha Bay for a relaxing time by the sea. Day 4: Explore Wudian City Traditional Street to experience the charm of Quanzhou's old streets -> Visit Wulin Traditional Village in Jinjiang to experience the simplicity of Minnan architecture and culture -> Head to Shishi Golden Coast to enjoy the sun, sand, and waves -> Visit Luojia Temple to admire the beauty of ancient Buddhist architecture. Day 5: On your last day in Quanzhou, enjoy a leisurely morning -> During your free time, consider visiting Qingjing Mosque to experience the historical Islamic heritage in Quanzhou -> End your wonderful trip to Quanzhou with 24-hour private car service to the airport or train station, and return home with cherished memories. / Travel Essentials: 🎒 👕 Clothing: Pack lightweight sneakers and comfortable casual wear. Quanzhou's temperature in January is moderate, but bring a light jacket for warmth. 🎩 Accessories: Don't forget a sun hat and sunglasses for sun protection and style. Bring an umbrella for unexpected rain. 📇 Documents: Bring necessary documents like your ID card and student ID. You'll need them for travel and accommodation, so keep them safe. 🔋 Electronics: Bring your phone, charger, and power bank for taking photos and navigating. 🧴 Daily Essentials: Bring sunscreen and personal toiletries to stay fresh and clean for a more enjoyable trip. 💊 Medicine: Pack cold medicine and stomach medicine just in case. Health is important for a smooth trip. / Visit Quanzhou to experience the fusion of history and modernity. Let your journey be a dialogue with time, and don't forget to leave your mark!

A touch of spring in winter hidden in the ancient city of Quanzhou Eleven rooms hidden in a corner of the ancient city of Quanzhou Strolling along the ancient city lanes On both sides are ancient houses that have experienced wind and rain and lush green plants. It seems that every step is stepping into the picture scroll of history The eleventh room is the softest part of this painting. It cleverly combines classic and modern It retains the ancient charm of southern Fujian architecture. Without losing the comfort and convenience of modern life The interior design of the eleven rooms fully reflects the owner's ingenuity The room is decorated with natural wood furniture and soft lighting. Create a warm and elegant atmosphere The walls are decorated with hand-painted works by local artists Each piece tells the story of Quanzhou Let people enjoy their stay You can also gain a deeper understanding of the cultural heritage of this city It is particularly worth mentioning that The rooftop observation deck Whether it is overlooking the ancient city Or take a closer look at the spring scenery in the courtyard It can make people's mind completely relaxed

In the warm winter sun, the five-day tour of Xiamen-Gulangyu-Quanzhou is here! A super detailed guide to help you travel around the three places without any pitfalls! Save it quickly~ 🏞️Route suggestion: Day 1: Lujiang Road Walk along Lujiang Road and feel the seaside style and unique charm of Xiamen. Day 2: Gulangyu Island->Shuzhuang Garden Explore the music and architecture of Gulangyu Island, then visit Shuzhuang Garden to appreciate the beauty of classical gardens. Day 3: Luoyang Bridge->Quanzhou Kaiyuan Temple->East and West Pagodas->West Street->Xiapu Village->Luojia Temple Travel through history, from the ancient Luoyang Bridge to the tranquility of Kaiyuan Temple, and then to the bustling West Street, and feel the cultural heritage of Quanzhou. Day 4: Qingyuan Mountain->Quanzhou Shaolin Temple->Quanzhou Puppet Theater Climb Qingyuan Mountain, experience Quanzhou martial arts and puppetry, and appreciate the intangible cultural heritage. Day 5: Farewell to Quanzhou The wonderful journey ended, and we were taken to the airport by a special car, returning home with full of memories. 🏠 Some tips: * Food: Xiamen Shacha noodles and seafood barbecue are must-try 🍜🦞, Quanzhou peanut soup and garlic sticks are delicious and affordable 🥜🍪. * Specialty prices: Quanzhou specialties such as onion oil, orange cake, etc. are affordable and suitable as souvenirs🎁. * December climate: Xiamen has a moderate temperature in December, but you need to keep warm. The wind may be a little strong along the coast, so it is recommended to bring a windproof jacket🧥. * Customs and people: Gulangyu has a strong music atmosphere, where you can experience the charm of the island of music 🎶; Quanzhou has an inclusive culture, where you can experience diverse religious cultures 🕍. Xiamen-Gulangyu-Quanzhou, each place has its own unique charm waiting for you to explore, don’t forget to leave your travel footprints! 🌟

Quanzhou One-Day Tour Guide 08:00–09:00 Breakfast and Departure Start a new day with a local breakfast, such as the dried scallop and roasted rice dumplings at Hou Abo Rice Dumpling Shop, to fuel up for the day. 09:00–11:00 Qingyuan Mountain Visit Qingyuan Mountain, a national 5A tourist attraction, and explore natural landscapes and cultural relics such as Laojun Rock and Nantai Rock. It is recommended to visit in the morning to avoid the midday heat. 11:00–12:00 Quanzhou Maritime Museum Visit Quanzhou Maritime Museum to learn about Quanzhou's history as the starting point of the Maritime Silk Road. 12:00–13:00 Lunch Time Have lunch on West Street and try authentic Quanzhou cuisine, such as Wu's Handmade Mochi. 13:00–14:30 Kaiyuan Temple Visit Kaiyuan Temple, the largest Buddhist temple in Fujian Province, and admire iconic buildings such as the East and West Twin Pagodas. 14:30–15:30 West Street and Bell Tower Stroll along West Street to experience Quanzhou's traditional culture and cuisine, and don't miss the iconic Bell Tower. 15:30–16:30 Qingjing Mosque Visit one of the largest existing Islamic sites and experience the unique religious atmosphere. 16:30–17:30 Guanyue Temple Experience the religious beliefs of Quanzhou people and visit the largest existing martial temple in Fujian. 17:30–18:30 Dinner and Rest Find dinner in the streets and alleys of Quanzhou. Bafanglin Quanzhou Restaurant is recommended for authentic Quanzhou cuisine. 18:30–20:00 Night Tour of West Street and Zhongshan Road Take a night tour of West Street and Zhongshan Road to experience Quanzhou's nightlife and local atmosphere. 20:00–21:00 Quanzhou Puppet Theater If time permits, you can watch Quanzhou string puppetry and experience the charm of this world intangible cultural heritage. 21:00 Return to Accommodation or End of Tour End the day and return to your accommodation to rest, or continue to explore Quanzhou's nightlife. This itinerary covers Quanzhou's culture, history, and cuisine. We hope you have a fulfilling one-day tour in Quanzhou.

I was so satisfied with the Quanzhou family travel guide I made that I couldn’t sleep! - Bring your daughter to Quanzhou for a visit during the summer vacation I read a lot of guides before setting off, all of which were special forces style. So after coming back, based on practical experience Here is a travel guide for Quanzhou for you to take your kids out for a walk Three days and two nights, fulfilling but not rushed, relaxing but not boring~ Families with children can play directly according to the instructions! ! - 【Parent-child attractions】 ✔️West Street: Many ancient buildings are preserved here, and you can try many special foods. Don't forget to find a rooftop with a good view to take pictures of the East and West Towers. ✔️Mei Chao Feng West Street Rooftop 2 Store: The food is delicious and the view from the rooftop is beautiful, but there are so many people! ! If there are few people, you can still take your kids up there to sit. ✔️Youli Cafe: Compared to Meichaofeng, the atmosphere is more literary. The rooftop here is also a great view of West Street, but you need to pay to get up. In the evening, you can see the sunset and the Twin Towers, which is really beautiful~ ✔️Kaiyuan Temple: A Buddhist temple with free reservations. Admission is stopped after 5pm, so you should go in before then. If you are lucky, you can also see the sunset ✔️Wulin Traditional Village: A group of ancient villages composed of various Minnan style, Nanyang style, and Western style buildings. It is inevitably commercialized, but the overall experience is very good. I personally think it is better to visit here than West Street. ✔️Puppet Theater: You need to book tickets three days in advance, and the ticket price ranges from 30 to 80. However, it is not recommended for children under 3 years old, as they will feel scared. - [Personal food test] ✔️Bafanglin Quanzhou Restaurant: A local restaurant in the alley of West Street. You can eat the special Quanzhou three delicacies, fried vinegar pork, ginger duck, and fried oysters. You will not miss any dishes. ✔️Zhang Lin Ashan Ginger Duck: A huge internet celebrity with a lot of people queuing for a long time! ! But it’s really delicious! ! It's so delicious that you can vacuum pack it and take it home. ✔️Shuimen Guozai Old Store: It is located in the ancient city. The store is very big and there are many choices of ingredients in the noodle soup. I recommend adding vinegar pork, which is sweet and sour and delicious! - 【Accommodation suggestions】 Living in a B&B near West Street, it is very convenient to go everywhere. Taking the kids out for a walk or eating is just a matter of steps, no hassle at all! ✔️We stayed at the Pebble Quiet House, which has at most two rooms on each floor. It is very quiet with few people. There are free drinks and snacks in the public area, and you can also make your own tea. It is a cozy little world in the bustling city. Our family of three likes it very much~ -

Nowadays, I enjoy domestic travel more and more. This summer vacation, our family of four tried a high-speed rail trip to Quanzhou. It was punctual, comfortable, and fast, which was very much to our liking. Before departure, we watched the documentary 'Return to Cí Tóng City'. They say to see Quanzhou in the Song and Yuan dynasties, and after experiencing it ourselves, it was indeed worth the trip! Our family's itinerary is always relaxed. We don't follow the crowd to popular spots but focus only on what interests us. The 4-day, 3-night trip was full of relaxation. 🗓Itinerary: First day: We took an early train and arrived in Quanzhou in the afternoon. In the afternoon, we visited Xijie to wear flower hairpins. We randomly chose a shop near the hotel. Actually, the prices for flower hairpins in Xijie are quite consistent, 40 yuan for a flower hairpin and costume. In the evening, we enjoyed a wonderful performance of 'string puppets' at the Puppet Theater. The performances of 'Drunken Concubine' and 'Monkey Training' left a deep impression. Second day: We studied at Kaiyuan Temple. There was a lot of information. The East and West Twin Towers were originally navigation towers and also served to attract investment. We also learned that in the Song Dynasty version of Journey to the West, Sun Wukong was called Monkey Walker, and he wielded a large knife instead of the Golden Cudgel. At that time, Tang Monk rode a red horse instead of a white one. At the very charming Haichao Courtyard, the children participated in hand-made tie-dye and lacquer fan activities. We also checked in at Berry Crazy and Cí Tóng Courtyard. Third day: We strolled along Xijie in the morning and headed to Shishi in the afternoon to start our seaside vacation. Fourth day: We woke up naturally and enjoyed the beautiful sea view. In the afternoon, we took the high-speed rail back to Shanghai. After returning, we felt a strong aftertaste and couldn't stop thinking about it. Quanzhou's cultural tourism is really excellent! 👍Highly recommended: This time we stayed at a hotel in Quanzhou, which was a very wise choice for exploring the city. The surrounding attractions and food were densely packed, and most were within walking distance. We specifically chose an executive room this time, where we could overlook the old city of Quanzhou from the room, avoiding the sun and crowds. The hotel service was also very good. Breakfast included Quanzhou specialties like peanut soup and rice noodle paste, and they provided supper every night. The Minnan-style grass jelly was praised by our whole family. In Shishi, we chose a homestay from the Juruo brand. We had a distant view of Luojia Temple and the endless sea. The homestay itself was a scenic spot.

Just got back! A super fresh travel guide to Quanzhou📍 Just came back from Quanzhou, which is a city suitable for short trips. It has low living costs, and you can experience the local culture as well as enjoy the seaside. I suggest spending one day in Quanzhou city and another day at the beach. I went to Shishi to see the sea. 🚗Transportation It's best to take the high-speed train to Quanzhou Station, which is closer to the scenic spots. The attractions in Quanzhou city are quite concentrated. You can take a taxi to West Street, and then use Quanzhou's 'little white cars' which cost 2 yuan per person. They can stop anywhere you like, and it's really comfortable to ride in the breeze! I wonder why this kind of transportation isn't implemented nationwide. If you're going to Shishi and there are many people, you can take a taxi directly. If there are fewer people, you can take a ride-share for about 50 yuan, and the journey takes about an hour. 🏠Accommodation You can stay near Quanzhou Station, and a taxi to the attractions costs about twenty yuan. If you want convenience, you can stay near West Street. I stayed at Asano Guesthouse inside West Street, which is newly opened with a good environment and strong design sense, suitable for taking photos. For my stay in Shishi, I stayed in a sea-view room at a place called 'Chasing the Sea Girl'. The environment was very nice, and the room was large, about 50 square meters, and you could see the sunrise over the sea from the bed. 🚴Route In Quanzhou city, you should visit West Street, Kaiyuan Temple, Guandi Temple, Qingjing Mosque, and the Bell Tower. Most of these are temples, so it's best to wear long skirts or trousers, otherwise, you won't be allowed in. Also, bring a jacket. For hairpins, you can go to Xunpu Village or just do it on West Street, both cost around 40 yuan. Actually, the hairpins on West Street are quite good. I suggest getting your hair done first and then go to Kaiyuan Temple for photos, as it's easier to get good shots there since other places are too crowded. I also went to the Puppet Theatre, and you should book tickets in advance, otherwise, you'll end up looking for scalpers like I did. If you like intangible cultural heritage, you can experience it there. In Shishi, you can check out Golden Coast, Hongta Bay, Guanyin Mountain, and the sea temples. 🥣Food The food is all near West Street, you can try Mianxianhu and snow ice, taro cakes, they all taste pretty good. I didn't like the sour wild taste, and Hou A Po's meat zongzi was also average. The least recommended is the popular Dongxing Beef Shop, which is hard to queue for, but the taste and service are not good. Everyone at our table didn't like it. However, we ordered Jinzhou barbecue as takeout and it tasted good. Listening to local friends, it might be better to go to places that are not popular online! There's not much good food in Shishi as it's not very commercialized yet, I mostly ate at KFC

🚶‍♀️ Day1: Morning flight, arrive at noon, first go to the homestay next to West Street to drop off luggage. West Street (Zeng's Old Remembered Noodle Paste, lunch) - Kaiyuan Temple - Bell Tower - Chengtian Temple - Guanyue Temple - Qingjing Temple - rest with fruit tea - Wen Temple - Zhongshan Road Cultural Street - Huaxiang Catholic Church - A Shan Ginger Duck (dinner) - Puppet Theater (18:00 show) - West Street (late-night snack) Day2: Tianhou Palace - Fumei Xiao Wangye's Palace - Wulin Ancient Village - Green Island Seafood Restaurant (lunch) - Luojia Temple - Xunpu Village - West Street Day3: Return flight Noodle paste, ginger duck, four-fruit soup, vinegar meat, clam pancake, beef offal soup, beef soup, dry mixed noodles, matsutake buns (Green Island), pot sighting, steak, taro crispy duck, Auntie's chicken rack, mochi, braised noodles were all tasted. Highly recommend the noodle paste, clam pancake, Green Island, taro crispy duck; Auntie's chicken rack is very ordinary, although you can order with a QR code and get online reminders for meal pickup, it's not worth queuing for. Day1 except for the taxi from the airport to West Street and back and forth to the Puppet Theater, the rest was on foot; Day2 was all by taxi. Huaxiang Catholic Church, Xunpu Village (if not wearing flowers) can be skipped, they are very average, and so is the Bell Tower. West Street has Li Coffee Shop rooftop check-in (requires in-store consumption, the main entrance is in a small alley), Guanyue Temple, Luojia Temple are very beautiful. Puppet Theater requires advance ticket grabbing on the official WeChat account, a show is 60min, and it's really worth watching. It's not possible to hail a taxi near Tianhou Palace, so walked to the side of Fumei Xiao Wangye's Palace to take a taxi, no need to go there specially. The city's kapok and bougainvillea are blooming, bustling with flowers, and everywhere there are Southern Fujian temples, old districts, Western romantic, Southeast Asian style, and Southern Fujian tradition, Quanzhou is really special, indeed half the city is mundane and half is celestial. Walking in the alleys, the wind blowing in the face is cool and refreshing, mixed with some floral fragrance. The houses on the street, the small parks, the streets themselves are very much like our childhood homes, more like our childhood hometown than our current hometown. I had this feeling before in Nanping, Fujian seems to have pressed the pause button on time.

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

🚄: 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, Fujian, a city that was originally very niche, has become popular because of its hairpin flowers. It is the starting point of the Maritime Silk Road, the best place to preserve intangible cultural heritage, and the city that "one must visit at least once in a lifetime" according to Bai Yansong. How to tour Quanzhou with children? Please keep my parent-child travel guide. DAY1️⃣ 【West Street—West Lake Park—Quanzhou Puppet Theatre】 🔸The big posters of Quanzhou, Kaiyuan Temple, East and West Towers, and Bell Tower are all near West Street. This is a must-visit place in Quanzhou. You don't have to taste the snacks on West Street, it is indeed very commercial now, but it is a very lively street. To go to the nearby West Lake Park, you just need to take the small white car that stops when you wave, 2 yuan/person. 🔹The puppet show is really popular. It's hard to get the best viewing position in the first four rows. On the powerful platform, I spent 120/ticket*3 and bought three tickets in the middle of the fourth row. I think the visual effect is very good. You can see every joint and micro expression of the puppet. Here, we should applaud these inheritors of intangible cultural heritage. It's a very regular performance. At the end, children can take photos with puppets. It also gives children a more intuitive understanding of our Chinese traditional culture. DAY2️⃣ 【Yushawan Park (Quanzhou's Little Anaya)—Floating Stone Hidden Land (Little Jeju Island)】 🔸I like Quanzhou, probably because it has traditional culture and the romance of the sea. This is the starting point of the Silk Road, so the sea here has a feeling of setting sail with dreams. Yushawan Park is a newly developed place. It has a beach, which can satisfy children's desire to play with water, watch the sea, play with sand and exhibitions. 🔹The Floating Stone Hidden Land is very photogenic, and the black reefs really give you a feeling of returning to Jeju Island. There are also many fishing boats nearby, where you can feel the life scene of local fishermen. The nearby Shufen food stall, which is the same style as the Wave Sister Sound, has a great view, and it's safe to arrange dinner here. DAY3️⃣ 【Xunpu Village—Jinjiang Wudian City—Wulin Traditional Village】 🔸For sisters who want to go to Xunpu Village to pin flowers, it is recommended to rush early, otherwise there will be many people queuing and the experience will not be good. Personally, I chose to let my husband and son sleep until they wake up naturally, and I went to take pictures of the hairpin flowers early. When I finished shooting after nine o'clock, they just finished breakfast, which does not affect the whole day's itinerary. But if you bring a daughter, it is recommended to take parent-child photos, little girls pinning flowers are really beautiful and cute. 🔹Wudian City has many characteristic shops, museums, folk museums, etc. Here you can stroll and eat leisurely. Wulin Traditional Village is a place with a history of more than 600 years. There is a kind of architectural beauty that combines Chinese and Western styles. You can bring your children to listen to the stories here. The integration of Nanyang style, Gothic style, and ancient Roman style architecture is very amazing. 🟡Accommodation suggestion, stay in Quanzhou city for one night, and by the sea for one night. 🟣I personally like the taste of Quanzhou very much. It's also very friendly to children, not spicy at all. 🔴Quanzhou has a lot of potential, it's a place you'll want to visit again after you've been there

But I have to say in advance that because of the holidays, there are more people here, but I'm used to having many people in my city, so it's no big deal. But considering the large crowds, we didn’t go far and basically stayed near the ancient city. - 🏠Accommodation It's next to the West Lake, but I personally think it might be more convenient to live near West Street just for eating and drinking. - 🚎Transportation It is actually very inconvenient to take a taxi when traveling during holidays. But Quanzhou's public transportation and small white cars are actually very convenient. The bus costs 1r, and the small white car costs 2r (you can make an appointment in advance to pick you up as long as you are within the range). There is also a new Ding Ding car. - ☕Coffee (I’ll pick a few first) 📍Kalooo Cafe: The road construction has blocked the entrance, but the Zun Du is delicious, both the special blend and Americano are available. 📍Deba Coffee Park: Zun Du is very chill, with coffee and light meals. There are many people, but the food is a bit average. 📍Balangyu Cafe: Bookstore x coffee, very artistic, so crowded that people sit directly in the alley, normal service. 📍Youli Rooftop Cafe: The main attraction is the environment, you can take photos and check in at the Twin Towers, and don’t have any requirements for the food. 📍Twelve Flavors Coffee House: It feels like walking into "Quanzhou Dongshankou". It is an old-fashioned big house. Drinking coffee and basking in the sun in the yard is very comfortable. The food is good. 📍Eaves Cafe: A newly opened coffee shop, right near West Street, where you can also see the tower. The environment is quiet and the products are better than expected. 📍NICE CAFE&BAR: American style in the alley, special blends and cold brew are good. - 🥢Various snacks & staple foods Wenjian cake, mung bean cake, marinated food (I ate at the one in West Street Bar Street for 3 days), flatbread, four-fruit soup, taro cake (Auntie Zhuang and Kunji, I think they are different, Kunji’s is crispier when hot, Auntie Zhuang’s is more fragrant), fried skewers, fried dough sticks (Quanzhou Zundu really likes fried dough sticks, the ones freshly fried by the grandfather in Chengtian Lane are delicious), noodle soup (Auntie Lin’s ingredients are fresh), salty rice, pork soup, steak (Ah Hua Beef Restaurant is good, Hongxing is also good but the meat portion is a little less), meat dumplings, glutinous rice cakes (nothing special), pickled fruits (Tianjie’s is Zundu’s, it’s delicious, there are more choices, but it’s more expensive), shacha noodles, peanut soup, pumpkin cakes (the one in West Street is freshly fried and delicious, only 1.5r)... Ginger duck is eaten! Stan’s dry duck is better and more flavorful than Zhang Lin Ashan’s wet duck! I also ate Fujian cuisine! It's really going to be a little different. I also drank the milk tea in Quanzhou! Crazy berries, see you in the pot... - 🟢Watched the puppet show! Children will probably like it more and can grab tickets in advance. 🔴Worship at Guanyue Temple! You can wait for the lights to come on at 5:23, which creates a sense of atmosphere. You can also ask for a signature! 🟡Pray for blessings at Kaiyuan Temple! You can also buy a Dragon Year bracelet now! 🟣We came across the intangible cultural heritage handmade lanterns in the alley, and my grandparents showed them to us. I didn't go out of my way to get the hairpins, but if you want to just play around, you can find them on the street for 40r!