Wulao Peak
五老峰
Five peaks behind Nanputuo Temple; from the summit you can look down on Nanputuo, Xiamen University and the bay. “Five Old Men Soaring to the Clouds” is one of the Eight Scenic Views of Xiamen.
Wulao Peak lies behind Nanputuo Temple in Siming District. Five peaks stand side by side like five old men, and “Five Old Men Soaring to the Clouds” is one of the Eight Scenic Views of Xiamen. Climbing the stone steps behind Nanputuo Temple takes about 40 minutes to reach the top, with rock carvings along the way. From the summit you can overlook Nanputuo Temple, Xiamen University, Hulishan and the sea, and on clear days you can see Kinmen in the distance. Free admission. Take care with the heat in summer, as the steps are steep. It can be combined with Wanshi Mountain Botanical Garden or the Dongping Mountain trails.
Opening hours
All day (daytime recommended)
Nearby sights
- Xiamen Botanical Garden
- Huxi Rock
- South Putuo Temple
- Xiamen University
- Baicheng Beach
- Overseas Chinese Museum
- Hulishan Fortress
- Zengcuoan