Quanzhou

One of the starting points of the Maritime Silk Road, a World Heritage old city where diverse religious cultures meet southern Fujian charm.

Quanzhou lies on the southeastern coast of Fujian and was a major world trading port in the Song and Yuan periods; "Quanzhou: Emporium of the World in Song-Yuan China" is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Kaiyuan Temple, Qingjing Mosque, Tianhou Temple, Laojun Rock, Luoyang Bridge and the old West Street district are the core sights. Intangible heritage such as Nanyin music and string puppetry, along with southern Fujian snacks, is also a draw. Dehua is famous for its white porcelain, and Yongchun has mountain scenery such as Niumulin. Autumn and winter through spring are pleasant. Quanzhou Jinjiang International Airport and high-speed rail stations such as Quanzhou Station are the main gateways.

Destinations

• Kinmen
• Quanzhou Urban Area
• Dehua & Yongchun

Itineraries

• Fujian World Heritage Classic – Travel north from Xiamen through the Tulou, Quanzhou, and Fuzhou to Mount Wuyi, covering Fujian's major World Heritage…
• Xiamen Deep Dive and Quanzhou Old Town – Stay in Shapowei for a slow exploration of Gulangyu, Nanputuo, Wulao Peak and Jimei School Village, plus a day trip to…
• Xiamen, Quanzhou Tulou and Zhangzhou – Three days on Xiamen Island, plus a Quanzhou day trip, one night at the Nanjing tulou cluster, and a return via Zhangzh…
• Quanzhou, Meizhou, Pingtan & Fuzhou Coastal Tour – Travel north along the central Fujian coast, connecting the ancient Maritime Silk Road city, Mazu Ancestral Temple, sto…
• Fujian Mountains & Sea Grand Loop Road Trip – A comprehensive grand loop starting from Wuyishan, heading east to the coast, and driving south to Xiamen, Dongshan Isl…