[2025 Fuzhou Attraction] Travel Guide for Xichan Temple (Updated Mar)

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Baoyun Pagoda, Xichan Temple, Fuzhou 📍Address: No. 455, Gulou District, Fuzhou City, Fujian Province, China Coordinates📌 26°04'41"N 119°16'57"E 🕰️Opening Hours: 07:00-18:00 💰Average Cost per Person: 20 Yuan per person 💞Reason for Recommendation: It is a large temple and one of the most important temples in Fuzhou. Inside the temple, there is a large pond, a pavilion in the middle of the water, and a tall pagoda. 🗓️Travel Planning: There are bus lines 14, 27, 307, and 317 passing in front of the temple, or you can take a taxi.

#tripflyingtoprayfornewyear XishanTemple, Fuzhou, Fujian 📍Address: No. 455, Gulou District, Fuzhou City, Fujian Province, China Coordinates📌 26°04'41"N 119°16'57"E 🕰️Opening hours: 07.00-18.00 💰Average price per person: Admission fee is 20 yuan per person 💞Reason for recommendation: It is a large temple in the city center. It is an important temple in Fuzhou. Inside the temple, there is a pond. Behind is a mountain. The temple is located on a hill. 🗓️Travel planning: There is a bus station running through the temple. Or call a taxi

It was only after I went there that I realized that it is not only ancient and vibrant, but also a great place to visit. Stroll through the old and new city and feel the wind blowing from the Minjiang River. It is really a great place to visit on the weekend. 🗺️ Itinerary [Day 1] Check in at Sanbao Bindi Hotel ➡︎ Yantai Mountain (Check in at the most beautiful turn | Yanshu Tea Stall | Xun Baking Museum | Tangmo Tea Xi | Daji | Hot Crush) ➡︎ Sanfang Qixiang ➡︎ Love Tree ➡︎ Tongli Rouyan [Day 2] Mawei Shipyard Park (Check in at Shipyard Yamen | Shipyard Museum | Shipyard Bookstore) ➡︎ Xingxian Restaurant ➡︎ Shangxiahang Historical and Cultural District ➡︎ Fuzhou Intangible Cultural Heritage Exhibition Hall ➡︎ Xichan Temple ➡︎ Minfu Jiayan ❤️ During this trip to Fuzhou, I also attended the "Chinese New Year, Shared with the World" 2025 Global Travelers' Night, where there were many fun activities, such as making Fuzhou prints, sifting jasmine tea, visiting the park and stamping, and lacquerware exhibitions. I celebrated the New Year with friends from all over the world and listened to them share their stories of China, which was very meaningful. ❤️ 🚗 Transportation: High-speed trains go directly to [Fuzhou Station] and [Fuzhou South Station], both of which are not far from the city center. The subway, bus, and taxi are all very convenient and inexpensive. 🏨 Accommodation It is recommended to stay near Sanfang Qixiang, where there are many options and it is convenient to go anywhere. I stayed at Sanbao Bindi Hotel in Sanfang Qixiang, which is quiet in the middle of the hustle and bustle. As soon as you enter the lobby, you can see a huge lacquerware work. The furniture in the public area and rooms is also very exquisite, mostly made of Burmese teak and red sandalwood. The rooms are simple and elegant, with a view in each room. The room I stayed in also had a tea room and a small courtyard. The hotel also offers a variety of guest experiences, such as lacquerware fans and Chinese beaded jewelry, so you can experience Fuzhou culture up close at the hotel. 🍜 Food Tongli Rouyan: Specializes in Rouyan, a century-old brand, with a large filling and a fresh taste. Minfu Jiayan: Buddha Jumps Over the Wall, Potted Salad, Traditional Lychee Pork, Signature Seafood Braised Vermicelli, Taro Paste Xingxian Restaurant: Garlic-flavored Seafood, Xinghua Noodles, Lianjiang Fish Dumplings, Sturgeon Rice, Sizzling Snail Platter

Dear travel enthusiasts, as a native of Fuzhou, I have meticulously compiled nine must-visit paradises in this city, ensuring your trip to Fuzhou is without regrets! Remember to like and save, and let's explore these stunning places together!✨ 1️⃣ Sanfang Qixiang: The whispers of history and the footsteps of celebrities 👣 Don't just hastily check in at the heart-shaped tree, delve into those narrow alleys full of stories! Here lies a microcosm of modern history, with the former residences of famous people like Lin Huiyin and Bing Xin waiting for your visit. Don't forget to seek out the deep affection in the 'Letter to My Wife', and let your soul wander through the long river of history. 2️⃣ Xichan Temple: A serene ancient temple, a world renewed 🧘‍♀️ A thousand-year-old temple, quietly situated in a corner of the city, where every brick and tile exudes the fragrance of time. Here, you can temporarily forget the hustle and bustle and enjoy a moment of tranquility. Opposite is the bustling Wanda Plaza, where ancient and modern blend, offering a unique flavor. 3️⃣ Gushan: A natural oxygen bar, panoramic view of Fuzhou 🌄 A two-hour hike along the shaded mountain path is a favorite leisure spot for locals. Along the way, the greenery is lush, as if you are in a natural oxygen bar. From the top, you can take in the panoramic view of Fuzhou, and the ancient charm of Yongquan Temple awaits your appreciation. 4️⃣ Yantai Mountain: A romantic cultural haven, paradise for artistic youth 📸 Gothic architecture, scattered western-style houses, and the old sites of consulates... This place is permeated with a romantic and cultural atmosphere. Artistic youths, come here to capture every moment worth freezing in time! 5️⃣ Shangxia Hang: Huizhou-style water town, dreaming back to Jiangnan 🏞️ Small bridges over flowing water, white walls and black tiles, Shangxia Hang seems to bring Huizhou architecture to the southernmost point. In the mist of the teahouse, close your eyes, and you can almost hear the gentle whispers of the Jiangnan water towns. 6️⃣ Pingtan Island: Summer's blue tears, a dream of the sea 🌊 Pingtan Island in summer is the dreamy stage for blue tears. The sea in June is like a dazzling starry sky fallen to earth, making it an unrivaled choice for sea viewing in China. 7️⃣ Fujian Provincial Museum: A corridor through history 🏛️ Stepping into this museum is like opening a thick history book. The brilliance of Dehua porcelain, the delicacy of the Silk Road, and those adorable small cultural relics all tell the story of Fujian's past and glory. 8️⃣ Qida Village: A fishing village painting between mountains and sea 🏞️🌊 This place is known as the most beautiful fishing village in Fujian, where mountains, sea, and islands merge perfectly. Standing on the mountaintop, the beauty of the entire bay is in full view, as if you are in Fujian's 'Rio de Janeiro'. 9️⃣ Minyue Water Town: Dreaming back to the Tang Dynasty, lanterns flickering 🏮 Walking into Minyue Water Town is like traveling through time and space, back to the prosperous Tang Dynasty. The night lights are even more beautiful, making one linger and forget to return. The beauty of Fuzhou awaits your discovery! Come start your journey in Fuzhou now!🎉

Trust the locals, they're definitely right. The Xichan Temple after the rain is mysterious and quiet. This is one of the five major Zen forests in Fujian, with a history of over 1000 years, witnessing the changes of six dynasties. Walking outside the Zen courtyard, you can see the lush litchi trees from the Song Dynasty, full of fruits. It is recommended to go to the third floor with the stairs of the main hall, where you can see the panoramic view of the ancient temple, echoing with the distant high-rise buildings, which has a unique charm. 🚗 Route: You can take a taxi to Xichan Temple, the bus stop is also named Xichan Temple, it is not recommended to take the subway as it is not very convenient. 🎫 Ticket price: 20RMB, half price for students and the elderly. 🕙 Time: 7:00-18:00 (stop admission at 16:30) ⚠️ Tips: The ancient temple provides incense for free, you can donate merits. There are several cute kittens in the ancient temple, but do not feed them randomly. Photography is not allowed inside the temple. The bluestone road after the rain is a bit slippery, be careful. Buddha is in my heart, sincerity is spiritual. Local friends are also welcome to recommend special delicacies and niche strategies, wish everyone happy every day.

Xichan Temple, founded in the Tang Dynasty, was named Changqing Temple during the Five Dynasties and has been used ever since. Because there were Zen temples in all directions in Fuzhou in the old days, Changqing Temple was located in the western suburbs, so it was commonly known as "Xichan Temple". And Zen, Buddha said "the original face, the nirvana wonderful heart", is the method of becoming enlightened by seeing the nature in tranquility. Xichan Temple has been burned and rebuilt over the centuries, and the existing layout is slightly different from that of general temples. Entering the mountain gate, there is a nine-curved bridge with the layout of Jiangnan garden and a solemn and compassionate giant Guanyin statue. The silhouette of the Baoen Pagoda is faintly visible in the release pond, and under the cover of the pine forest and lychee trees is the solemnity of the Buddha Hall and dining hall. Walking along the nine-curved bridge, crossing the arch bridge, is like crossing the Naihe Bridge and saying goodbye to the past. Standing under the Baoen Pagoda, the temples behind the pagoda are ethereal and pure, the Heavenly King Hall, the Daxiong Treasure Hall, the Sutra Hall, the Jade Buddha Tower, the Guanyin Pavilion, all exude a kind of tranquility, as if there is a pure land in the far place where you are going. Close your eyes in front of the Buddha, and your mood will be renewed. Perhaps this is the meaning of Zen, everyone will have their own Zen. The place where Xichan Temple is located is anciently known as Yishan. The lychee of Yishan started in the Tang Dynasty and flourished in the Song Dynasty. Therefore, lychee trees were planted all over the temple when Xichan Temple was built. Lychee in Buddhism implies "perfect wisdom and unobstructed Buddha path". When the cicadas are singing and the lychees are ripe, eating three hundred lychees a day in the Zen temple, in addition to the sweetness that flows into the mouth, there is also the Buddha's intention that seeps into the heart. The thousand-year-old lychee tree has witnessed the ups and downs of Xichan Temple and also understood the Buddha's nature of a thousand years. On such an afternoon in winter, although it is not the season of lychee, you can sit quietly under the lychee tree facing the direction of the Buddha, let your restless heart calm down, say goodbye to 2023, and reconcile with your past self.

As one of the national key temples as well as the first of the five Buddhist temples in Fuzhou City, Xichan Temple has been stood for over 1130 years and underwent natural disasters and warring damages in its long-term development since built in 867 of Tang Dynasty (618-907). This is a very nice place to visit in the city, it has many temples inside with a big lake in the middle and many trees and benches to sit and relax. The entrance ticket is very cheap, only 20 CNY. It was the only place we have to pay for. All the attraction in the city are for free.

Recommended attractions: No.1: Three Lanes and Seven Alleys Enter from Dongjiekou and stroll around for about an hour. As for food, I don’t recommend Yonghe fish balls (they took a long time to cook), but the Fuweizhen fish balls on the right side of the entrance at Dongjiekou are okay. The taste of Zui Deyi is also average. We visited the former residences of Lin Juemin and Bing Xin, and walked along the Giving Tree. If we didn’t visit every store and every alley, an hour would be enough. If you like postcards, you can go to Maokong and get them stamped. No.2: Yantaishan Commercial Strolling Street Walk along Cangqian Road, Zhonglie Road - Tingxia Road - Cangqian Road - Ginkgo Avenue - Chihou Lane - Shicuo Church - Fujian Customs Commissioner - Cangshan Cinema. Go directly down to the ground from Cangshan Theater. Both the upper and lower parts are acceptable, the upper part is more natural and the lower part is more commercial. As for food, I bought butter rice cakes for two consecutive days. They were delicious! Miss Pai’s jasmine cakes and tea are both average, suitable as souvenirs. No.3: Xichan Ancient Temple Recommended for those who are interested in temples, it is a very quiet place with few people, the ticket price is 20 yuan, and vegetarian food is only available at noon. It takes about 1.5 hours to go through it carefully. The Hall of Five Hundred Arhats has six floors. You can climb up to overlook the entire Xichan Temple, but it is a bit tiring. The bracelets from Xichan Temple are beautiful. If you are interested, you can buy one to take home. Not very recommended: (not recommended if time is tight) Zhongzhou Island & Jiefang Bridge & YMCA The film was shot at Qingnian Bridge, which is a 5-10 minute walk from the YMCA Square. I heard that it’s great to take photos under a clear sunset. It rained both times I went there, but the photos still turned out okay. West Lake Park: It's a very ordinary park, there's no need to come here specially. The park is large, with an ordinary lake and little playability. Fudao: If you walk from Gate 2 to Gate 5, it will take about two hours. It's almost the same no matter how you walk around. If you are interested, you can walk a short distance to get a feel for it. Lights are ok at night. Gushan: The sunset ride that everyone recommends is to choose a good time to take the cable car at dusk. Remember to check the weather in advance. Without sunset, the Gushan Cable Car will be mediocre and there is no need to come. Personally, I think that for special forces, a whole day is enough to play in Fuzhou, and if you want to take it easy, two to three days will be enough.

Fuzhou Xichan Temple, a quiet and solemn ancient temple The temple has red walls and white tiles, smoke curling, and melodious bell sounds. It seems like two different worlds from Fuzhou MixC, which is separated by a wall. There is so much noise outside the wall, and so much tranquility inside the wall The ancient temple is illuminated by the sun, and the shadows of the trees are dancing Take a stroll and smell the strong aroma of incense There is a feeling of escaping from the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoying the peaceful days. - 🏞Xichan Temple is an ancient temple from the Tang Dynasty with a history of more than 1,130 years. It is an ancient temple integrating Buddhist culture, historical sites and temple gardens. It is also a national key cultural relic protection unit. - 🖼Main attractions: ✅Baoen Pagoda: 14-story stone pagoda, each floor is carved with Buddha statues and Buddhist stories ✅Songli: A thousand-year-old lychee tree, only the bark remains and it still bears fruit. The couplet in the temple "The lychee tree has been passed down through four dynasties, the Song Dynasty" originated from this ✅ Jade Buddha Building: Two Burmese jade Buddhas are enshrined, with exquisite carvings ✅Release pond and Nine-curve bridge: Jiangnan garden style, with fish and turtles in the pond, suitable for leisure and recreation - 📩Recommended route: Heavenly King Hall → Main Hall → Baoen Pagoda → Jade Buddha Building → Hall of Five Hundred Arhats → Free-living Pond → Songli Ancient Tree, the whole journey takes about 2 hours - 📍Detailed address: No. 455, Gongye Road, Gulou District, Fuzhou City 🚉Transportation strategy: Take Metro Line 4 to Fenghuangchi Station 🕙Opening hours: 7:00-18:00, last admission at 16:30 💰Ticket price: 20 yuan/person, half price with student ID -

✅Fuzhou Xichan Temple is one of the five major Zen temples in Fuzhou. You will be amazed by the exquisite design and rich aesthetics of ancient Chinese architecture. Every step feels like a journey through time and space, making you deeply intoxicated. 📍Address: Xichan Temple (No. 455, Gongye Road, Gulou District, Fuzhou City) 🎫Ticket: 20 (half price for students and seniors) ⏰Ticketing time: Daylight saving time (May 1–September 30) 6:30–17:00 Standard time (October 1–April 30) 6:30–16:30 🚘Transportation: Take Metro Line 4 to Fenghuangchi Station or drive (parking lot available) 📸Photo spots: 1️⃣The corner between the Hall of Five Hundred Arhats and the Bao'en Pagoda (facing the Hall of Five Hundred Arhats, walk to the right) 2️⃣5th floor of the Hall of Five Hundred Arhats 3️⃣Nine-bend Bridge 4️⃣Fangsheng Pond 5️⃣Guanyin Pavilion (you can feed pigeons) ⛰️Nearby attractions: Jinniu Mountain, Fudao, Sanfang Qixiang, Dongjiekou, Xihu Park...

🚉Transportation: There is no subway at Changle Airport. The airport shuttle bus departs according to the schedule and takes about 50 minutes. Fuzhou Station and Fuzhou South Station have subway access and convenient transportation. The city has convenient transportation. The distance between attractions is short, so you can walk or ride a shared bike. If the distance is long, taxis and public transportation are convenient. 🏨Accommodation: It is recommended to stay near Sanfang Qixiang, either in a hotel or a homestay. It is recommended to book in advance. ⛱️Attractions: 1. Sanfang Qixiang Scenic Area: Free (some small attractions charge separately), a historical and cultural old street, a national 5A scenic area. Check out the love tree. Recommended visit time: about 3 hours. 2. Yantaishan Commercial Area: The night view of Yantaishan along the Minjiang River is beautiful. Anlan Guild Hall has performances and is a teahouse worth visiting. Recommended visit time: about 4 hours. 3. Fudao: Free. It is recommended to enter from Exit 3 and exit from Exit 5. Recommended visit time: about 2.5 hours. (Opening hours: 6:00–22:00) 4. Fujian Museum: Free. Recommended visit time: about 2 hours. (Opening hours: Tuesday–Friday: 9:00–18:00, Saturday–Sunday: 9:00–20:00, admission ends 30 minutes before closing, closed on Mondays) 5. Shangxiahang: Free, a traditional street with Min business culture. Recommended visit time: about 3 hours. 6. Xichan Temple: CNY 20. Recommended visit time: about 1.5 hours. (Opening hours: 7:00–18:00, admission ends after 16:30) 7. Lin Zexu Memorial Hall: Free. Recommended visit time: about 1 hour. (Opening hours: Monday: 8:30–17:00, Tuesday–Friday: 8:30–18:00, Saturday–Sunday: 8:30–20:00, admission ends 30 minutes before closing) 8. Youth Square: Recommended visit time: about 1 hour. 9. Jiefang Bridge: Recommended visit time: about 20 minutes. 10. Daming Food Street: About 1 km long, with various snacks, especially lively at night. 11. West Lake Park: Free. Recommended visit time: about 1.5 hours. 12. Love Island: Free. Recommended visit time: 2 hours. A new landmark in Fuzhou. (Opening hours: 9:00–22:00) 13. China's First Fu Street and Youth Bridge: You can pass by when walking from Shangxiahang to Youth Square. 🗓2-day itinerary (full): Day 1: Shangxiahang→Love Island or China's First Fu Street and Youth Bridge→Youth Square→Jiefang Bridge→Yantaishan Park and Yantaishan Commercial Area. Day 2: Xichan Temple→Lin Zexu Memorial Hall→Sanfang Qixiang→Daming Food Street→West Lake Park→Fujian Museum→Fudao. 🗓3-day itinerary (leisurely): Day 1: Xichan Temple→Lin Zexu Memorial Hall→Sanfang Qixiang→Daming Food Street. Day 2: Shangxiahang→Love Island or China's First Fu Street and Youth Bridge→Youth Square→Jiefang Bridge→Yantaishan Park and Yantaishan Commercial Area. Day 3: Fujian Museum→West Lake Park→Fudao. 🍜Food recommendations: Old Fuzhou lychee pork, southern fried liver, fish balls, meat swallow, fish paste, taro cake, chestnut cake (sweet/salty), lo mein, ginger duck, signature pork knuckle, tuckahoe cake, taro paste, peanut soup, Tang Mo Cha Xi. 🎁Souvenir recommendations: Jasmine tea, fish balls, meat swallow, olives, etc.

🏮Celebrate the Spring Festival in the blessed state, Checked in at Xichan Temple, After the fourth day of the Lunar New Year, the flow of people was still good. Tickets: 20 yuan; free for children under 6 years old; Minors over 6 years old, the elderly and college students, Bring your Mainland China ID card or student ID card to enjoy half price 💰10 🎫There are actually many queues at the entrance to buy tickets. There is one at the ticket office, with few people. But no one saw it... 🛕The temple architecture is very beautiful. The incense is very popular, and it is very photogenic to check in and take photos. But don't make any noise! It's quite big inside, take your time to walk around. Half a day of play time is enough. 🔥There is a place selling lucky bags inside. 5 yuan/piece, very big one, Peanut oatmeal filling, very delicious 😋 But there are a lot of people at festivals, and it seems that they are not there every day!

Xichan Temple in Fuzhou is a must-see for those interested in temples. It is of great historical significance and worth exploring. The entire temple is magnificent and offers many great photo opportunities. You can climb up to the Arhat Hall, where each Arhat has a different facial expression. There is also the Mahavira Hall, Guanyin Hall, and more. It's an interesting place worth visiting.

#SoloTravelPlan Ideas for those who want to try traveling abroad alone. China is another interesting option. Beautiful nature, diverse cultures, and most importantly, free visas for Thai tourists. 9) Kunming Mingming - The city of spring. We went in April. Walked in the park and saw the fresh flowers. 📍: Green Lake Park, Golden Horse Gate, Jade Chicken 10) Fuzhou 福州 - My Chinese friend said that Fuzhou is a city suitable for living because the environment is very good. Trees all over the city 📍 : Sanfangqixiang , Fuzhou urban Forest , Xichan Temple , West Lake Park , Jinjishan park 11) Xiamen 厦门 - It was our first time trying to ride the Chinese train (from Fuzhou -> Xiamen) for a short 2 days 1 night trip. The seafood was fresh and very cheap. We loved it 😀 📍 : Gulangyu Island Piano Island, South Putuo Temple, Zhongshan Road Pedestrian Street 12) Shanghai (上海市) - Shanghai is very easy to travel to. The city is beautiful with a European feel. It is easy to travel and is suitable for beginners who are new to traveling in China. 📍 : Shanghai Disneyland, Century Park, The Bund, Xintiandi

❶Three Lanes and Seven Alleys While chatting, how can you miss the Three Lanes and Seven Alleys when you come to Fuzhou? Half of the modern history is hidden in it, where history and commerce are intertwined, and the east and west main streets divide the area. Only by walking through it can you experience the flavor of Fuzhou. 📍: Nanhou Street, Gulou District, Fuzhou City, Fujian Province Specialties: 1. Local snacks: Yonghe fish balls, Tongli meat dumplings 2. Drinks: Tangmo, Hujiu Jasmine 3. Time-honored Fujian cuisine: Wenru No. 9, Juchunyuan 4. Daming Food Street ❷West Lake Park West Lake Park is the oldest park in Fuzhou. It is known as the "Pearl of Fujian Gardens" and is a good place for Fuzhou residents to relax. The scenery is different in each season. There is a chrysanthemum exhibition in autumn, and the willow trees are still green even in winter. You can also go boating on the lake, which is very comfortable. There is also a temple in the park called "Kaihua Temple" which you can visit. 💰: Free Tips: 1. Smoking, spitting, littering and other uncivilized behaviors are prohibited in the park. Keep the park environment clean and tidy. 2. When enjoying the flowers and landscapes, do not pick flowers at will or destroy vegetation. Take care of every plant and tree in the park. 3. There are many tourists in the park, especially on holidays and weekends ❸Xichan Ancient Temple Fuzhou Xichan Ancient Temple is a thousand-year-old temple that still retains the Tang Dynasty style. The palace is majestic and covers an area of ​​60,000 square meters. The ancient charm of the doorposts is still there, the lychees are famous all over the world, and the sound of the Tang Dynasty bells has been passed down through the ages. 📍: No. 455, Gongye Road, Gulou District, Fuzhou City 💰: Free ❹Fujian Provincial Museum The Fujian Provincial Museum, which integrates a museum, a natural history museum and an art gallery, is close to West Lake Park. The fossils and specimens in the Natural History Museum are an eye-opener for the children. There are many exhibition halls in the museum. Yesterday I visited five of them, each with its own merits. There are rich cultural and creative products. The cultural and creative store on the third floor is full of exquisite refrigerator magnets and rich books and information. This is truly a treasure trove of knowledge and a palace of culture! 💰Tickets: Free and no reservation required 🕗Opening hours: (Closed on Mondays, 9:00-18:00 from Tuesday to Friday, 9:00-20:00 on weekends and statutory holidays) ❺Youth Square Follow the exit of Shangxiahang and walk to the Youth Association Square. It takes about 15 minutes. It's a great way to take photos of the heart-shaped crosswalk, the red brick house (should be a commercial district), and the Internet celebrity wall (I ❤️Fuzhou) next to the Youth Bridge. If you have time, you can Go to the bridge and take pictures by the river📷 Very suitable for couples🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Take photos and check in on dates! It looks great both during the day and at night

Xichan Temple, also known as Changqing Temple, is located in Yishan, the western suburb of Fuzhou. It is one of the five major Zen temples in Fujian and was listed as a key Buddhist temple in the Han Chinese area in 1983. The current abbot is Master Zhao Xiong. In 865, Master Da'an came to the temple, and the temple was revived. The temple has a long history and has produced many eminent monks. From Master Da'an in the Tang Dynasty, Master Huileng in the Five Dynasties, Master Huiyao and Master Dingxu in the Song Dynasty, Master Kongyin and Master Weimiao in the Qing Dynasty, Master Zhishui in the Republic of China, to Master Mingyang in modern times, they are all eminent monks of their generation. The temple has spacious corridors and pavilions, and the buildings are elegant. There are more than 40 buildings in the temple, including the Hall of Heavenly Kings, the Mahavira Hall, the Dharma Hall, the Sutra Library, the Guanyin Pavilion, the Huayan Three Saints Hall, and the Gratitude Pagoda, covering an area of more than 200 acres. The cultural relics in the temple mainly include the "True Body Record of the Late Master Yansheng in the Pagoda of the Tang Dynasty Fuzhou Yanshou Zen Temple" unearthed in 1952, the Seven Star Well, the Sarira Pagoda of Master Huileng in the Five Dynasties, the Stone Gate Drum of the Yuan Dynasty, and the "Medicine Master Sutra" written by Emperor Kangxi of the Qing Dynasty. Since the Song Dynasty, the temple has been planted with lychees. Since the Ming and Qing Dynasties, literati and scholars have often gathered here during the lychee season, and now the Lychee Poetry Festival is held almost every year. It enjoys a high reputation at home and abroad, and the temple has sister temples such as Shuanglin Temple in Singapore, Shuangqing Temple in Penang, Malaysia, and Putuo Temple in Vietnam.

If you are planning to go to Fuzhou just for a day then this place is a must visit one! Called 西禅古寺 it combines nature with ancient Chinese buildings. The really tall building can be entered (but careful not to take pictures) and by reaching the top you can be mesmerized by the breathtaking view. The cost of the entrance is just 20 yuan but it is totally worth it for a relaxing afternoon with family members or friends. I definitely recommend it!

#TravelChina Fuzhou, the capital of Fujian Province, is located in southern China. The impression of this city is the lush greenery that is scattered all over the city. Whether it is a small or large park, it is full of people. There are also unique shopping areas. Let's see where we can visit in one day. 1) Fu Forest Trail (福道): An urban forest park that harmoniously connects the city and nature. 2) West Lake Park (西湖公园): A park in the city center with many activities to do. 3) Xichan Temple (西禅寺): A Buddhist temple with a history of over a thousand years, built during the Tang Dynasty. 4) Jinjishan Park (金鸡山公园): A nature trail, a long walkway leading to the top where you can see the view of Fuzhou. 5) FuDaYiShan Culture Creative Park (福大怡山文化创意园): A gathering place for teenagers. There are many art shops, cafes, restaurants. 6) Sanfang Qixiang ( 三坊七巷) Cultural walking street, there are many shops, restaurants. #Travel China by yourself #Travel China #Fuzhou #fuzhou

📍Address: Fuzhou Xichan Temple 🚗Transportation: Take a taxi to Xichan Temple 🚇Line 4 - Fenghuangchi - Exit D Southeast, walk for about 15 minutes. The red wall is also a good photo spot📸. 👍️Must-see attractions: Bao'en Pagoda: A 15-story pagoda, 67 meters high. Hall of Five Hundred Arhats: A six-story building with flying eaves and upturned corners, each floor has a different view, perfect for photos. Each floor has different Arhat sculptures, each with a unique and lifelike appearance. 🎟️Tickets: CNY 20 per person, scan the QR code at the ticket office to pay💰no need to queue 💗Other tips: Incense is provided.

Fuzhou Xichan Temple, this thousand-year-old temple hidden in the bustling city, attracts countless tourists and believers to visit with its unique charm and profound cultural heritage. When you enter the temple, the first thing that catches your eye is the majestic and magnificent Great Hall. It is majestic and magnificent, as if telling the vicissitudes and glory of a thousand years. The Buddha statues in the temple are lifelike, compassionate and peaceful, which makes people feel awe. . Walking in the gardens of Xichan Temple, you can see towering ancient trees, green bamboos, exotic flowers and plants competing for beauty, as if you have stepped into a fairyland far away from the hustle and bustle of the world. The release pond is rippling with clear water, and fish are playing freely in the water. The winding Nine-Curve Bridge connects the various islands in the pond, adding a touch of the charm of Jiangnan gardens. . ⏰Opening hours: 6:30-16:30 . 🎫Ticket information: 20 yuan . 📍Detailed address: No. 455, Gongye Road, Hongshan Town, Gulou District, Fuzhou City, Fujian Province . 🚗Transportation strategy: 1️⃣ Navigate to "Xichan Temple", parking is available in the park, but parking spaces are limited; 2️⃣ Take Metro Line 4 to Fenghuangchi Station, exit from Exit D, and walk about 1 kilometer to arrive. . ✨Practical tips: 1️⃣The popular camera in the first picture is next to the Guanyin Pavilion, behind the right side of the hall where you can burn incense; 2️⃣The temple is large, so it is recommended to wear comfortable shoes for easy sightseeing. 3️⃣The whole tour takes about 1 hour. If you want to take photos, it is recommended to reserve 2-3 hours. 4️⃣As the sun sets, the afterglow falls on the glazed tiles of Xichan Temple. The whole temple seems to be coated with a layer of golden glow, making it more mysterious and solemn. .

Want to escape the winter in December? Come to Fuzhou! This city is perfect for a city walk with kids! There are delicious foods everywhere, and you can have a great time for just CNY 280 per person. 🚄Transportation: Take a high-speed train to Fuzhou Railway Station (in the city center). ❤Fuzhou South Railway Station is far from the city center. ❤Subway and bus rides are free all day on weekends and after 5 pm on weekdays.🆓 🏠Accommodation recommendation: Stay near Shangxiahang, which is close to all the attractions and has many delicious foods. 🚶Itinerary: Day 1: Xichan Temple—Three Lanes and Seven Alleys—Daming Food Street—Fujian Museum—West Lake Park—Fudao Day 2: Pioneer Market—Yantai Mountain—Hua Nan Women's College—Shangxiahang—Fujian Normal University Student Street Night Market 📷Must-visit attractions: 1⃣Xichan Temple: A thousand-year-old temple in Fuzhou with a strong incense atmosphere. You can get a bracelet here. The environment and architecture are beautiful, and you can take great photos anywhere. 2⃣Three Lanes and Seven Alleys: A must-visit internet-famous attraction in Fuzhou. The narrow alleys are home to half of modern history! Representative ancient street buildings, specialty snacks, and cultural and creative shops are all available! Don't miss the love tree. 🔸Some former residences of celebrities are closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, so it is recommended to visit on weekends. The scenic area is open all day, and the former residences of celebrities and museums are open from 9 am to 6 pm. 3⃣Daming Food Street: Just a few minutes' walk from Three Lanes and Seven Alleys! Foodies can't miss it! 4⃣Fujian Museum: Learn about the history of Fuzhou with your kids. The Natural History Museum is perfect for a family outing! ⏰: 9 am to 6 pm 🎫Free admission, no reservation required 5⃣West Lake Park: Next to the museum, a thousand-year-old classical garden. It's very comfortable to take a walk along the green willow embankment, and you can also take a boat ride on the lake. 6⃣Fudao: A great place for a walk after dinner. 7⃣Pioneer Morning Market: An internet-famous vegetable market with various sticky taro paste, cat cakes, water chestnut cakes, etc. It is full of life and blends with the local life of Fuzhou. 8⃣Yantai Mountain: Before leaving Fuzhou, be sure to spend a day exploring Yantai Mountain! 🔸Don't miss the Liberation Bridge to take photos of the same castle as Jay Chou's MV. 🔸Just walk along the loop of Lequn Road➡Zhonglie Road➡Cangqian Road, and you don't have to look for check-in points. The main points are all on this loop. 🔸Navigate to Maiting Primary School to check in at the most beautiful corner. 🔸Hua Nan Women's College is a great place to take photos like Dylan Wang. 9⃣Shangxiahang: It is more recommended to visit in the evening to see the night view! Worth visiting: ✅Yongde Guild Hall ✅Santong Bridge ✅Zhang Zhenjun Ancestral Temple is on the riverside on one side of Santong Bridge, and you can walk by.

🌧️ Xichan Temple on a rainy day is so artistic, feel the different quiet atmosphere! At Xichan Temple, you can take very photogenic photos of the pagoda, the combination of the ancient temple and the city, and the collision of ancient and modern, Chinese and foreign! 📸 There are many pigeons in the temple, flying around, adding vitality to this ancient temple. Although the ancient temple is not big, every place is very suitable for checking in, so that all your wishes come true. 🕊️ Xichan Temple is located at the foot of Yishan Mountain in the western suburbs of Fuzhou City, on the south side of the west side of Gongye Road. Tickets: Adult tickets are 20 yuan, student tickets are half price 10 yuan. The opening hours are 7:00-17:00, but remember to stop admission at 16:30! 🎟️ Camera Sony A7r3➕16-35 and 28-200 lens, come to Xichan Temple to feel the tranquility here! 📷

Xichan Temple is a key Buddhist temple in the Han Chinese area of China and a protected cultural relic in Fuzhou. It is located at the foot of Yishan Mountain in the Jijiuling Mountains in the western suburbs of Fuzhou and is one of the five major Zen temples in Fuzhou. It was originally the place where Wang Ba practiced Taoism and was known as "Feifeng Luoyang." According to the "Sanshanzhi" by Liang Kekai in the Chunxi period of the Song Dynasty, Wang Ba practiced Taoism here during the Liang Dynasty. During years of famine, he sold medicine and gold to buy rice to help the poor. Later, Wang Ba "shed his skin and left" under a soap pod tree. In 796, the 12th year of the Zhenyuan period of the Tang Dynasty, the people built the "Chongxu Temple" on the old site for worship. In 867, the 8th year of the Xiantong period of the Tang Dynasty, it was rebuilt as a Buddhist temple and renamed "Qingchan Temple" and "Yanshou Temple." Later, the King of Min renamed it "Changqing Temple." In 1038, the 5th year of the Jingyou period of the Song Dynasty, it was given the title "Yishan Changqing Temple." In ancient times, there were Zen temples in the east, west, south, and north suburbs of Fuzhou, and Changqing Temple was located in the western suburbs, so it was commonly known as "Xichan Temple." The Sutra Pavilion houses the "Hundred Longevity Screens" with red bottom and gold characters by Zen Master Xue'an, the "Medicine Buddha Sutra" written by Emperor Kangxi of the Qing Dynasty, the "Lotus Sutra" written in blood, the "Surangama Sutra," and other precious sutras. The couplet reads: "The lychee tree has been passed down for four dynasties since the Song Dynasty, and the sound of the bell has echoed for thousands of years since the Tang Dynasty." It is a poem by Zhou Lian of the Qing Dynasty. The Gratitude Pagoda was built with funds raised by Master Tan Chan, the abbot of Shuanglin Temple in Singapore. Since 1983, Master Tan Chan has been appointed by Xichan Temple as the successor abbot of Shuanglin Temple. To express gratitude for the nurturing of the ancestral temple, the stone pagoda was named "Gratitude Pagoda." The pagoda is 67 meters high and is the tallest stone pagoda in China. Behind the Sutra Pavilion, a new Jade Buddha Building was built, housing two large jade Buddhas donated by overseas Chinese from Myanmar, one sitting and one lying, which are the largest jade Buddhas in China.

Fuzhou Xichan Temple has a history of over a thousand years. It was built in the Tang Dynasty and is one of the five major Zen temples in Fuzhou. It is located in the downtown area of Gulou District, adjacent to Fuzhou University and MixC. Xichan Temple is magnificent, covering an area of more than 60,000 square meters. The ancient poem on the entrance gate pillar, "The lychee tree has been passed down for four dynasties since the Song Dynasty, and the bell has been ringing since the Tang Dynasty," describes Xichan Temple as being famous for its lychee. 📍Location: No. 455, Gongye Road, Gulou District, Fuzhou 🚇Subway: Fenghuangchi Station, Line 4 🚘Self-driving: Navigate to Xichan Temple 🅿️Parking: CNY 5/hour 🎫Ticket: CNY 20 🕤Opening hours: 7:00–18:00 🌈Features 1️⃣ Hall of Five Hundred Arhats A six-story building with flying eaves and upturned corners, from which you can overlook the entire Xichan Temple. 2️⃣ Guanyin Hall There are many white pigeons on the eaves of the hall. Many tourists bring steamed buns, and the white pigeons fly down in groups. 3️⃣ Bao'en Pagoda With 15 stories, it is the tallest pagoda in Fujian Province. You can walk around the pagoda clockwise to worship the Buddha. Opposite is the thousand-year-old lychee tree "Song Li." 4️⃣ Pond of Life Release and Nine-Curved Bridge There is a huge ancient banyan tree. There are many ancient banyan trees in the temple. ⚠️Tips 1. Do not wear revealing clothes, and do not take photos in the hall. 2. There is a place to get incense after entering the temple. It is free, and you can take it directly. 3. The vegetarian restaurant is next to Bao'en Pagoda, and there is a Lixianglou Vegetarian Restaurant.

|A thousand-year-old temple. The scenery of Xichan Temple is healing and peaceful. 🏯Xichan Temple is one of the five major Zen temples in Fuzhou, with a great influence in Southeast Asia. Temples such as Shuanglin Temple in Singapore, Shuangqing Temple in Penang, Malaysia, Nanputuo Temple, Erfu Temple, and Guanyin Temple in Vietnam are all sub-temples of Xichan Temple, managed by monks sent from Xichan Temple. Every year, many monks and believers from home and abroad come to visit, making it an important window for Buddhist exchanges between Fuzhou and Southeast Asia. 📍Address: No. 455, Gongye Road, Gulou District, Fuzhou City, Fujian Province 🎫Ticket: CNY 20 for adults 🕖Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 7:00–18:00, last entry at 16:30 🅿️Parking lot available 🏯Main buildings of Xichan Temple: 📿Hall of Heavenly Kings 📿Mahavira Hall 📿Sutra Library 📿Guanyin Hall 📿Hall of Five Hundred Arhats 📿Pagoda of Gratitude 📿Mazu Temple 📿Jade Buddha Building 📿Fangsheng Pool 📿Nine-Bend Bridge 🏯Cultural relics in the temple: ✅Ancient well from the Tang Dynasty ✅Two lychee trees from the Song Dynasty ✅Drum stones from the Yuan Dynasty

📍Xichan Temple is located on the southwest side of Gongye Road, Hongshan Town, Gulou District, Fuzhou City, near Fuzhou University. Xichan Temple was built in the Tang Dynasty and was originally called Changqing Temple. Because it is located in the western suburbs, it is commonly known as "Xichan Temple." 🌟Xichan Temple faces south, and the main buildings in the temple are distributed in the northwest. Entering from the east gate, you can see the Release Pond, the Second Gate Pavilion, the Third Gate Hall, and more. The buildings on the central axis include the Hall of Heavenly Kings, the Mahavira Hall, the Dharma Hall, the Sutra Library, and more. On the east and west sides, there are also the Dining Hall, the Buddha Recitation Hall, the Zen Hall, and more. ❤The Mahavira Hall houses statues of Sakyamuni Buddha, Medicine Buddha, and Amitabha Buddha. The Hall of Five Hundred Arhats houses 500 vivid Arhat statues with high artistic value. ❤The Huayan Three Saints Hall houses bronze statues of the Huayan Three Saints. The Guanyin Pavilion houses a statue of the Thousand-Handed and Thousand-Eyed Guanyin, which is said to weigh 29 tons and is the only one in China. ❤The Gratitude Pagoda is the tallest stone pagoda in China, with a total of 15 floors. There are 76 stone Arhat statues in the sitting niches around the pagoda. ❤The temple has cultural relics such as an ancient well from the Tang Dynasty, the tomb pagoda of Master Huileng, a lychee tree from the Song Dynasty, and a drum stone from the Yuan Dynasty. ✅Xichan Temple is one of the five major Zen temples in Fuzhou and has a great influence in Southeast Asia. It is a window for cultural exchanges between Fuzhou and Southeast Asia and is a place that integrates history, culture, and religion. It is worth a visit!

"Lychee trees have been passed down from the Song dynasty for four generations, and the sound of the bell has echoed since the Tang dynasty." Xichan Temple in Fuzhou was first built during the Northern and Southern Dynasties and rebuilt in the eighth year of the Tang dynasty's Xiantong period (867). As the temple is located outside the west gate, it is commonly known as "Xichan Temple." The lychees of Xichan Temple are "smooth and thin-skinned, with a fresh and sweet taste," and have been highly praised since the Tang dynasty. Scholars and poets have come to taste the lychees throughout the ages, leaving behind many anecdotes and poems. The ancient Song dynasty lychee trees in the temple still stand guard over this blessed land. Upon entering the ancient temple, you will be greeted by a magnificent sight. The Arhat Pavilion houses 500 Arhats and has six floors, each with its own unique features. Climb to the top of the main temple for a panoramic view of the ancient temple. The temple's architecture is stunning from every angle, with overlapping halls, red walls, and golden tiles. The 15-story Bao'en Pagoda is the tallest pagoda in Fujian Province. You can walk clockwise around the pagoda to pay homage to the Buddha. Opposite the pagoda are the thousand-year-old "Song Lychee" tree and the Tang dynasty's Seven Star Well.

Xichan Temple in Fuzhou was built in the Tang Dynasty and has been rebuilt several times over the past hundreds of years. It has a history of over 1,000 years. 🍄 I am always amazed by the architectural style of Xichan Temple! 🌻 The color scheme of the buildings 🌸🌸 is also very rare. Most importantly, each of the Arhats on each floor of the main building is different! They are all very delicately carved. The dim light in the main building makes it look more solemn. 🌊 The temple is very suitable for taking photos. The ancient buildings and pavilions are very photogenic. ➡ There is a long corridor of pavilions and waterside pavilions when you enter the temple, which is very suitable for taking photos. ➡ It is very suitable to take photos around the first floor of the Arhat Hall. Pay attention to the composition to show the beauty of ancient buildings. ➡ You can go upstairs in the Arhat Hall to enjoy the view outside the window. You can see the Baoen Pagoda and the panoramic view of the temple. 🌳 Recommended route: Gate - Ticket Office - Go straight - Pass by the statue of Guanyin Bodhisattva on the pond on the right - Go straight past the Second Gate Pavilion, and you will reach the Third Gate Pavilion on the right to enter the temple - At this time, you are on the central axis of the temple. The temple has the following buildings in order: Hall of Heavenly Kings, Mahavira Hall, Dharma Hall, Huayan Three Saints Hall. On the left is the Jade Buddha Building, and on the right is the Guanyin Hall, Five Hundred Arhats Hall, Baoen Pagoda, and finally the Sutra Depository, Tianhou Palace, Life Release Pond, and Nine-Turn Bridge. ☀ Opening hours: 7:00-18:00 🔥 Ticket: CNY 20, free for believers. The incense in the temple is free. You can pray for blessings! 🔥 Location: Xichan Temple, 455 Gongye Road, Gulou District, Fuzhou