[2025 Shishi Attraction] Travel Guide for Wanshou Pagoda (Updated Apr)

Auntie Tower and Liusheng Stone Tower, please call me Tuta Female King. The Guru Tower is located in Baogai Mountain, Shishi City. It is a hollow stone tower built with granite. It is the navigation mark of the sea-going ship in the past. The tower has five floors and 21 meters high. It is particularly embarrassing because of the mountain. The Auntie Tower is backed by Quanzhou Bay and faces the Taiwan Strait. It is about the lock of the water and the southeast.

Visiting Quanzhou? Don't miss this incredible 4-day itinerary! Stroll through the ancient city and immerse yourself in the charm of Southern Fujian: adorn yourself with flowers in Xunpu Village, savor Gongfu tea in ancient houses, explore the mysterious Manichean ruins, and try your hand at divination blocks for good luck. Dive into an unforgettable experience! -------------------- 🎉Itinerary at a Glance: Explore Quanzhou, A Deep Dive into Minnan Culture🏮 Day 1: Arrive in Quanzhou and Begin Your Journey! 🛬️After arriving at Quanzhou Airport/Railway Station, a private car will transfer you directly to your hotel. Settle in and explore Quanzhou's vibrant nightlife! Day 2: Journey Through History and Experience the Charm of Quanzhou's Ancient City🏯 🚶‍♂️Kaiyuan Temple->Experience the tranquility of Ziyunping->Wander through West Street and savor the ancient city's charm->Pray for blessings at Guandi Temple->Explore the Manichean ruins at Qingjing Mosque->Adorn yourself with flowers and take photos in Xunpu Village, immersing yourself in Minnan culture. Day 3: Free Exploration Day🎈 🌈Enjoy a full day of free exploration! Whether you're indulging in local delicacies or discovering hidden gems, the day is yours to explore. Encounter any issues? Don't worry, our travel concierge is always available to assist you! Day 4: Explore Ancient Sites and Experience Quanzhou's Coastal Charm and Pagoda Shadows🌊 🚶‍♂️Stroll along Anping Bridge->Reflect at Cao'an Temple->Savor traditional flavors at Wudian City Traditional Street->Enjoy panoramic views from Wanshou Pagoda->Listen to the legend of Gusao Pagoda->Pray for blessings at Luojia Temple, concluding your amazing Quanzhou journey. -------------------- 🎒 Travel Preparations: 👗 Clothing: Quanzhou enjoys pleasant weather in March. Pack light long-sleeved and short-sleeved shirts, along with a jacket. Don't forget comfortable walking shoes for exploring and hiking. 🎩 Accessories: Hats and sunglasses are essential for sun protection and style. Bring a dual-purpose umbrella for unexpected showers. 📲 Daily Essentials: Phone, charger, power bank to stay connected and powered up. A selfie stick is also recommended to capture those memorable moments. 🪪 Documents: Your ID card is a must-have for travel. Prepare your student ID, driver's license, etc., as needed. Remember to bring some cash for unforeseen expenses. -------------------- 🎉Quanzhou: A Trip to Remember! Don't forget to like and save this post. More exciting travel guides are waiting to be discovered!🌈

Winter break is here! Want to explore Quanzhou? This guide is all you need! This 4-day Quanzhou itinerary will lead you through the ancient city's charm. Check out these super practical tips! -------- 🎉Itinerary: D1: Arrive in Quanzhou -> Airport/Station Transfer -> Check in to Hotel -> Free Time Arrive in Quanzhou, enjoy a convenient transfer, check in to a comfortable hotel, and enjoy your free time. D2: Kaiyuan Temple -> Ziyunping -> West Street -> Guandi Temple -> Qingjing Mosque -> Xunpu Village Hairpin Experience Visit the ancient Kaiyuan Temple, admire the beautiful scenery of Ziyunping, stroll along West Street to experience the ancient charm, visit Guandi Temple and Qingjing Mosque, and finally, experience the fun of hairpins in Xunpu Village. D3: Free Time in Quanzhou Explore Quanzhou freely, enjoy the food and fun, and your travel butler is always available to answer your questions. D4: Anping Bridge -> Cao'an Temple -> Wudian City Traditional Block -> Wanshou Pagoda -> Gusao Pagoda -> Luojia Temple Cross Anping Bridge and feel the charm of the ancient bridge, visit Cao'an Temple, stroll through Wudian City Traditional Block to experience the charm of Quanzhou's old streets, and finally, climb Wanshou Pagoda and Gusao Pagoda, and explore the mystery of Luojia Temple. 🎉End your pleasant Quanzhou trip and return home with wonderful memories! -------- Must-See Attractions: 🌟 Kaiyuan Temple 🌟🌟 Address: No. 176 West Street, Licheng District, Quanzhou City Opening Hours: 06:30-17:00 Duration: 1-2 hrs This thousand-year-old Buddhist temple has two towering east and west pagodas, and the majestic Hundred Pillar Hall exudes a profound sense of history. 🏛️ West Street 🏛️ Address: Intersection of Chengxi Road and West Street, Licheng District, Quanzhou City Opening Hours: All day Duration: 1-2 hrs Walking on West Street is like traveling through time. The well-preserved ancient buildings make it a living architectural museum. 🎈 Wudian City Traditional Block 🎈 Address: No. 1 Jinshi Road, Jinjiang City, Quanzhou City Opening Hours: All day Duration: 1-2 hrs The Minnan-style buildings complement each other, creating picturesque scenery at every turn. 🛕 Guandi Temple 🛕 Address: No. 186-198 Tumen Street, Licheng District, Quanzhou City, Fujian Province Opening Hours: 06:00-18:00 Duration: 1 hr The ancient architecture of Guandi Temple is exquisite, and every couplet and inscription carries a rich history and culture. 🕍 Qingjing Mosque 🕍 Address: No. 108-110 Tumen Street, Licheng District, Quanzhou City, Fujian Province Opening Hours: 09:00-17:15 Duration: 1-2 hrs As a thousand-year-old temple, Qingjing Mosque showcases the characteristics of its brick and wood structure, with every brick and piece of wood seeming to tell ancient stories. -------- Tips: - Souvenir Prices: Quanzhou has a wide variety of souvenirs. Ginger Duck and Pineapple Cakes are good choices, with affordable prices and authentic Minnan flavor.～🎁 - Food Recommendations: Four Fruit Soup is refreshing, and Earthworm Jelly is chewy and delicious. Don't miss them when you visit Quanzhou!🍲 - February Weather: Quanzhou in February is warm and comfortable during the day and slightly cool at night. Remember to bring a light jacket!🧥 - Airport Transportation: Quanzhou Airport is not far from the city center. Taxis or buses are convenient, and it's even better without traffic jams!🚖 -------- Quanzhou, a famous historical and cultural city, awaits your exploration. Don't miss any of the beautiful scenery!

⛳️Shishi is really a treasure. If you come to Quanzhou, you must come to Shishi to see the sea! There is not only the maritime temple-Luojia Temple, but also the three treasures of the Maritime Silk Road, "Linluan Ferry, Liusheng Tower, and Gusao Tower", which are important witnesses of the Maritime Silk Road! 🚗Transportation: You can take bus K902 from Quanzhou City to Shishi. It is recommended to drive yourself, which is more convenient to various attractions. 🏠【Accommodation】You can stay at Shishi Seaview B&B, located in the Shishi Golden Coast Scenic Area. It is a first-line sea view room. When you open the curtains, you can see the sea. You can lie on the bed and watch the sunrise over the sea. There is a pink castle and various check-in spots. It is fun and fun to take pictures. 🏝【Two-day tour guide to Shishi】 Day 1: Bagua Street Traditional Market - Chaotian Temple - Wanshou Tower (Sister-in-law Tower) - Grotto Waterfall - Tiger Cave Temple - Shishi Xiaokakura - Liusheng Tower - Shihu Port Day 2 Yongning Ancient City - Yongning City God Temple - Zizhulin Temple - Gold Coast - Luojia Temple - Guanyin Mountain - Hongta Bay 🏝【Check-in at Shishi attractions】 🌮Bagua Street Traditional Market: The vegetable market is also a paradise for foodies. If you eat in Quanzhou and your stomach is in Shishi, you are embarrassed to say that you have eaten Quanzhou food if you have not been to Shishi. Recommended food: Fu Ji Ah Ming Oyster Omelette, Jin Hui Fried Rice Cake Shop, Xin Hui Beef Soup, Ma Jiao Qiao Fish Soup Shop, Wang Chuan Peanut Soup, Li Zhi Garlic Sticks, Wang Ji Snail Stall, Atuo Taro Ball Shop Wanshou Tower: Also known as the Sister-in-law Tower, it was built in the Southern Song Dynasty. It was a navigation mark for ships sailing on the sea in ancient Quanzhou Port. It is an excellent viewing platform for overlooking the general appearance of Shishi and the Quanzhou Bay Bridge in the distance. Liusheng Tower: Built in the Northern Song Dynasty, it is the largest port in the East (Zitong Port) and the first lighthouse on the Maritime Silk Road. Shishi Little Kamakura: On the way to Shihu Port, a sidewalk extending to the seaside is simply a real-life version of Little Kamakura Yongning Ancient Acropolis: One of the three most famous acropolises in Chinese history 🏝Food recommendation: A Tan Pan-fried buns 🏝Yongning City God Temple: First built during the Hongwu period of the Ming Dynasty, the stone carving, brick carving and wood carving are quite exquisite, known as the "three wonders", and it is the best-preserved City God Temple in Quanzhou 🏝Shishi Golden Coast: One of the 18 scenic spots in Quanzhou, including Haitian Buddhist Kingdom (Luojia Temple), Talang Guanyin (a giant Guanyin stone statue), Underwater World (a giant cruise ship building), Dolphin Performance Hall, Yacht Club, Beach, etc. 🏝Luojia Temple: A temple on the sea, where you can see the sea from the temple. It is known as the Buddhist Kingdom of Sea and Sky. It is surrounded by the sea, with a temple on each island. It is very photogenic. It is the same check-in place as Li Xian 🏝Guanyin Mountain: There is sea on both sides, a place where you can watch both sunrise and sunset. The weathered rocks on the mountain are a unique sight. 🏝Hongta Bay: A rare shallow beach in Fujian, it is a natural swimming resort for summer vacation. The sand here is fine and soft, and the seaside wind is strong, which is very suitable for flying kites and is also a great place to watch the sunrise.

💗Day 1: Bagua Street Traditional Market - Wanshou Tower (Gusao Tower) - Yongning Ancient Garrison Town - Yongning Chenghuang Temple - Golden Coast - Luoji Temple - Hongta Bay 💗Guanyin Mountain - Shishi Little Kamakura - Liusheng Tower - Linluan Ferry 💗Bagua Street Traditional Market: A gathering place for traditional Shishi flavors, many old-brand snacks are located here. To eat in Quanzhou is to have a stomach in Shishi, where the soul of Quanzhou's cuisine lies. Food recommendations: Foji Amin Oyster Pancake, Jinhui Fried Kway Teow Shop, Wangji Run Bing Cai, Majiaoqiao Fish Meat Soup Shop, Wangchuan Peanut Soup, Lizhi Garlic Branch, Wangji Snail Stall, A'tu Taro Ball Shop Gusao Tower: Also known as Wanshou Tower or Guansuo Tower, built during the Southern Song Dynasty, it was a navigational mark for ships at sea in ancient Quanzhou Port, overlooking the cityscape of Shishi. The scenic area also includes Shiku Park, Huxue Temple, and Chaotian Temple, which can be visited together, and a night scene network red light walking trail. Yongning Ancient Garrison Town: A famous hometown of overseas Chinese, one of the three major garrison towns of the Ming Dynasty, 'Yongning Wei'. 💗During the National Day, the Yongning Ancient Garrison Town and Chenghuang Cultural Festival is held. Yongning Chenghuang Temple: Founded during the Hongwu period of the Ming Dynasty, the architectural art structure is strict and exquisite. Its calligraphy, couplets, wood carvings, stone carvings, and brick carvings are all from the hands of masters of the Ming and Qing Dynasties, and it is the best-preserved Chenghuang Temple in the Quanzhou area. 💗Food recommendations: A'Tan Water Fried Buns, A'Kua Flat Food, Old Moutou Feng A, Old Street Pot Rice, Beimen Four Fruit Soup Shishi Golden Coast: One of the eighteen scenic spots of Quanzhou, including Luoji Temple. 💗Luoji Temple: 'Buddhist Country by the Sea', during high tide, you can see the beautiful scenery of 'temple rising from the sea, viewing the sea from the temple', a popular check-in spot for Li Xian. 💗Guanyin Mountain: Shishi's version of 'Little Yehliu', a small hill surrounded by sea on three sides, where you can watch both sunrise and sunset, and check in the weathered rocks on the mountain that have been there for thousands of years. Hongta Bay: One of the few shallow beaches in Fujian, Shishi's version of 'Maldives', a natural swimming and summer retreat, and also an excellent place for sea foraging and watching the sunrise. 💗Shishi Little Kamakura: Go out of the southwest gate of Liusheng Tower, a pedestrian path extending to the seaside, check in Shishi's version of Little Kamakura. Liusheng Tower: Built during the Northern Song Dynasty, it is the first lighthouse of the Oriental No.1 Port (Citan Port), the starting point of the Maritime Silk Road. It was a navigational mark of ancient Quanzhou Bay. 💗Linluan Ferry: One of the 'Three Treasures of the Maritime Silk Road', a thousand-year-old ferry, the starting point of the ancient Quanzhou Maritime Silk Road, suitable for watching the sunset. 💗The renovated Shishi Xinhua Road is full of a retro atmosphere, and it is really photogenic here Bagua Street during the day has a rich ancient flavor, and at night when the lights are on, it has a different atmosphere~ Combined with another un-demolished street next door, it has a special taste of the fireworks of the world. 💗If you don't know what to eat when you come to Shishi, you can come here to take a look, take photos, shop, and eat! Location: Bagua Street Traditional Market Transportation: It is recommended to drive or use Didi Ticket: Free

Quanzhou has been unexpectedly popular for two years now! I know you all are attracted by Quanzhou's World Heritage sites, and the 'half city of fireworks, half city of immortals' vibe. After you've checked off the walkable World Heritage sites in the city area, if you have half a day left, I suggest you visit Luoyang Bridge. If you have another half day, I strongly recommend you visit the Gushao Tower in Shishi, and also try some of Shishi's delicious food, to experience the old and traditional atmosphere of this small town. 💡Attraction Guide: Gushao Tower is built on Baogai Mountain in Shishi, also known as the Wanshou Tower. It served as an ancient lighthouse and has a history of over 800 years. The tower is five stories tall, measuring 21.65 meters. If the East and West Pagodas of Kaiyuan Temple are elegant, then Gushao Tower is somewhat short and stout. Since Baogai Mountain itself is over 200 meters above sea level, the Gushao Tower built at the highest point of the mountain can be seen from dozens of kilometers away, visually more imposing than the East and West Pagodas. 🏔Baogai Mountain itself is a huge rock mountain, and it's quite interesting to climb. It's not very high, but it takes about half an hour to reach the top. On a clear day, the view of Shishi city and the sunset from the mountain is beautiful, and you can also see the distant bay. On windy days, the wind on the mountain is super strong, and it feels like you could be blown away. 🚗Transportation: Self-driving or taking a taxi is recommended. There is a relatively large parking lot at the foot of the mountain which is convenient for parking. Taking a taxi is also convenient since it's not far from Shishi city center. If you take the bus, the bus stop is a bit far from the mountain. 📸Photo Spots: 1. There's a Sanyuan Zen Temple at the foot of the mountain that's quite beautiful, especially the intricate and exquisite roof. 2. There's a stone gate when you officially start climbing the mountain, and the road there is directly aligned with Gushao Tower, making it a good spot for photos. 3. Before climbing the last part of the rock mountain, there's a fork in the road where there's a path that's very photogenic, and you can also take pictures of the mountain behind it, which is also quite picturesque. 4. The best spot to photograph Gushao Tower is at the pavilion on the east side, which is perfectly positioned. 5. At the top of the mountain, below the pagoda, you can take pictures of Shishi city, the sunset, and the distant blue bay. 🌠Warm Tips: Make sure to go on a sunny day! Only on a sunny day will the photos turn out well!!! It's windy on the mountain, so bring an extra piece of clothing. Lastly, be sure to protect yourself from the sun and insects.

Gushao Tower, located on Baogai Mountain in Shishi City, is also known as 'Wanshou Tower' or 'Guan Suo Tower'. It was built during the Shaoxing period of the Southern Song Dynasty and has a history of over 800 years. Gushao Tower backs onto Quanzhou Bay and faces the Taiwan Strait, embodying the spirit of controlling the waterway and guarding the southeast, hence it is also called 'Guan Suo Tower'. During the Southern Song Dynasty, Quanzhou Port was one of the largest trading ports in the world, with a very prosperous foreign trade, conducting business with more than seventy countries and regions. At that time, Gushao Tower became a navigational marker for ships at sea.

Gusao Tower is located on Baogai Mountain in Shishi City, also known as 'Wanshou Tower', 'Guan Suo Tower'. It was built during the Shaoxing period of the Southern Song Dynasty and has a history of more than 800 years. During the Southern Song Dynasty, Quanzhou Port was one of the largest trading ports in the world, and at that time, Gusao Tower became a beacon for sea navigation.