Xiamen Jimei School Village: A Local's Day Trip Itinerary

In addition to Gulangyu Island, Zhongshan Road, and Zengcuo'an, Xiamen has many other fun places to visit, take photos, and eat. I want to recommend and share Jimei School Village, a niche and artistic place in Xiamen. / Jimei School Village is located in Jimei Village on Jimei Peninsula, Xiamen. It is a general term for various schools and cultural institutions in Jimei. It was founded by the famous patriotic overseas Chinese leader Mr. Tan Kah Kee in 1913. / It is not only a place for students to study, but also a place where natural and cultural beauty converge. Jimei is extremely beautiful, combining the beauty of culture and nature. / ⭕️ Transportation Guide: Take Xiamen Metro Line 1 to Jimei School Village Station. It is close to Gaoqi Airport and Xiamen North Railway Station, making it a great first or last stop on your trip to Xiamen. / ⭕️ Recommended Day Trip Itinerary: Jimei Metro Station ➡️ Dragon Boat Pond ➡️ Jimei Middle School ➡️ Tan Kah Kee Park ➡️ Dasha Ancient Village ➡️ Tan Kah Kee's Former Residence ➡️ Shigu Road ➡️ Shili Longdi ➡️ Dragon Boat Pond (night view) You can walk the whole way, or you can ride a shared electric bike or bicycle, as there are many in the school village. ▪️ After exiting Jimei School Village Station, cross the road to reach the scenic spot of Jimei, Dragon Boat Pond, where you can enjoy the unique Tan Kah Kee-style architecture by the pond. ▪️ Walk around Dragon Boat Pond to see the Chinese Language Institute and Jimei Middle School, especially the most beautiful middle school, Jimei Middle School, and the must-see Nanxun Building! ▪️ Walk along the seaside from Nanxun Building to Tan Kah Kee Park, a local seaside park and a great place to see the sea. ▪️ Walk through the alley from Tan Kah Kee Park to Dasha Ancient Village, which has many unique snacks and artistic shops that are worth visiting. ▪️ After leaving the ancient village, you can reach Tan Kah Kee's Former Residence to learn about the life and stories of this local celebrity. ▪️ Walk through Tan Kah Kee's Former Residence to reach Shigu Road Snack Street, which is bustling with activity! A must-see for foodies! ▪️ If it is just before sunset, you can walk to Shili Longdi to see a romantic sea sunset. ▪️ After watching the sunset, it is recommended to see the night view of Dragon Boat Pond, the most beautiful night view in Xiamen! / Xiamen Jimei School Village ⭕️ Recommended Food: ▫️ Dasha Satay Noodles: Authentic local satay noodles, next to Dasha Opera Stage. ▫️ Biedou Sweet Soup: Next to Dasha Satay Noodles, the decor is very stylish, and the sweet soup is refreshing. ▫️ Sister Zuo's Chongqing Noodles: A Chongqing noodle shop in Xiamen with a delicious spicy flavor! ▫️ Indian Flying Cake: Next to Shigu Road Bus Stop, a local favorite, often with a long line!