"Temple born on the sea, watch the sea from the temple" originally referred to Quanzhou

Luojia Temple | Super Detailed Travel Guide to the Buddhist Kingdom on the Sea✨ "Temple born on the sea, watch the sea from the temple" refers to Luojia Temple in Quanzhou, Fujian. This temple floating on the sea is like a real-life Buddhist kingdom between sea and sky! 🏞Attraction: Luojia Temple 📍Address: Gongyu Island, Golden Coast, Binhai East Road, Shishi City, Quanzhou 🕙Opening Hours: Open all year round, 24/7 🎫Admission: Free🆓 🚗Transportation Guide • Self-driving: Navigate directly to "Luojia Temple." The scenic area has a parking lot with a fee of 10 RMB per visit. Driving gives you more freedom and allows you to stop anytime to enjoy the scenery along the way. • Bus: Take Shishi Bus Routes 5, 11, Tourism Yongjun Road, or 801 to the "Golden Coast" stop, then walk about 10 minutes to reach the temple. Although it takes longer, you can experience the local city life. • Taxi: From Quanzhou city center, taxi fare is about 80 - 100 RMB, taking around 1 hour. For the return trip, you can try carpooling for about 30 RMB per person to save some costs. 📸Must-visit Photo Spots 1. Wind and Rain Blessing Archway: The orange wall at the temple’s side gate frames the sea, a popular photo spot like Li Xian’s, perfect for stunning shots! 2. Rocky Beach: At low tide, you can walk to the sea rocks with the temple as the backdrop, making it look like it’s floating on the sea. Remember to wear non-slip shoes for safety! 3. Bell Tower Stone Path: Use a telephoto lens to capture the eaves and carved railings against the coastline, full of Minnan local charm. 4. Golden Coast Visitor Center 2nd Floor: From here, you can shoot panoramic views of the temple and avoid crowds. 🌊Travel Tips 1. Check the [Shishi Tide Table] in advance. At high tide, Luojia Temple looks like a fairy island floating on the sea. The best view is about 1 hour before low tide. Around noon (12 PM) is usually high tide. 2. The best lighting for photos is on sunny afternoons from 4 to 6 PM, when the sunset glow shines on the temple’s golden roof, creating a magnificent scene. 3. To avoid crowds, visit before 10 AM or after 5 PM on weekdays. 4. Commercial photography is prohibited inside the temple, but personal photos are completely allowed. 🍜Nearby Food • Yongning Ancient Town: A Tan’s pan-fried buns are crispy and juicy, Fuji A Ming’s oyster omelet is crispy outside and tender inside, very satisfying with every bite. • Golden Coast: Don’t miss the seafood stalls, about 80 RMB per person. Highly recommend the soy sauce mixed fish, incredibly fresh! 🏨Accommodation Recommendations • Yunhe Seaview Homestay: 200 - 300 RMB/night, facing Luojia Temple directly, with a rooftop that’s a perfect spot to watch the sunrise. • Golden Coast Hotel: 500 RMB/night, a 5-minute walk to the temple, includes breakfast, very convenient. Such a Buddhist kingdom on the sea is truly worth a visit. Save this guide and set off now!