Compared to Xiamen, I recommend Quanzhou, a small city with World Heritage sites.

Quanzhou, a city full of cultural atmosphere, is worth "a must-go in a lifetime". Day 1: Strolling through the ancient city and experiencing history and culture 🔶 Morning ✅ Kaiyuan Temple 🎫 Tickets: Free 📍 Transportation: Take a bus or taxi. 📸 Tips: The largest Buddhist temple in Fujian Province, with landmark buildings such as the East and West Pagodas, suitable for taking photos. ⏰ Duration: 1-2 hours ✅ West Street 🎫 Tickets: Free 📍 Transportation: Walk from Kaiyuan Temple. 📸 Tips: An antique street full of historical charm, where you can taste local snacks. ⏰ Duration: 2 hours 🔶 Noon 🍽 Food recommendations: Taste Quanzhou snacks near West Street or Kaiyuan Temple, such as misua paste and peanut worms jelly. 🔶 Afternoon ✅ Clock Tower 🎫 Tickets: Free 📍 Transportation: Walk from West Street. 📸 Tips: A landmark building in Quanzhou, suitable for taking photos. ⏰ Duration: 30 minutes ✅ Zhongshan Road 🎫 Tickets: Free 📍 Transportation: Walk from the Clock Tower. 📸 Tips: A well-preserved arcade commercial street where you can experience Minnan culture. ⏰ Duration: 1 hour ✅ Qingjing Mosque 🎫 Tickets: Free 📍 Transportation: Take a taxi or bus from Zhongshan Road. 📸 Tips: One of the largest existing Islamic sites, experience the diversity of religious culture. ⏰ Duration: 1 hour 🔶 Evening ✅ Tianhou Temple 🎫 Tickets: Free 📍 Transportation: Walk from Qingjing Mosque. 📸 Tips: A World Cultural Heritage site, experience the profound heritage of Mazu culture. ⏰ Duration: 1 hour 🏠 Accommodation recommendations Near West Street: Convenient transportation, many surrounding attractions, suitable for experiencing the ancient city life. 🏠 Recommended hotel: Quanzhou West Street Homestay, within walking distance to many attractions. Day 2: Natural scenery and historical sites 🔶 Morning ✅ Qingyuan Mountain 🎫 Tickets: 50 yuan 📍 Transportation: Take a bus or taxi. 📸 Tips: A national 5A scenic spot, overlooking the panoramic view of Quanzhou, it is recommended to visit in the morning. ⏰ Duration: 2-3 hours ✅ Quanzhou Shaolin Temple 🎫 Tickets: Free 📍 Transportation: Take a taxi from Qingyuan Mountain. 📸 Tips: Quanzhou South Shaolin Temple, experience the charm of martial arts culture. ⏰ Duration: 1 hour 🔶 Noon 🍽 Food recommendations: Taste seafood near Qingyuan Mountain or back in the city, such as crabs and shellfish. 🔶 Afternoon ✅ Chongwu Ancient City 🎫 Tickets: 50 yuan 📍 Transportation: Carpooling or taxi is recommended. 📸 Tips: The most complete T-shaped stone ancient city in China, where you can admire the ancient city walls and sea views. ⏰ Duration: 2-3 hours ✅ Golden Coast 🎫 Tickets: Free 📍 Transportation: Take a taxi from Chongwu Ancient City. 📸 Tips: Enjoy the beach and sea views, suitable for relaxation. ⏰ Duration: 1 hour 🏠 Accommodation recommendations Near West Street: Convenient for visiting the ancient city attractions and experiencing local life. 🏠 Recommended hotel: Quanzhou West Street Homestay, within walking distance to many attractions. 🥳 Food recommendations Breakfast: Misua paste and peanut worms jelly on West Street. Lunch: Vegetarian food near Qingyuan Mountain or seafood in the city. Dinner: Seafood feast near Chongwu Ancient City. ⭕ Things to avoid Transportation planning: It is recommended to walk or take the "Xiao Bai Che" (small white cars) within the ancient city to avoid traffic jams. Sun protection measures: The summer sun is strong, so sun protection and hydration are necessary. Respect for culture: When visiting religious sites, pay attention to etiquette and respect local beliefs. Attraction reservation: Some attractions, such as the Mintaiyuan Museum, require advance reservations. 💡 Local tips ►Experience the ancient city life: Stroll along West Street or Zhongshan Road and experience Minnan culture. ►Taste seafood: Quanzhou is close to the sea, and the seafood is fresh and affordable. ►Experience religious culture: Visit Kaiyuan Temple, Qingjing Mosque, and Tianhou Temple to understand the diverse culture of Quanzhou.