Quanzhou Photography | All the best spots on West Street.

Here is a one-day travel guide for Quanzhou: Morning: - 8:00–9:00: Arrive at Kaiyuan Temple - Kaiyuan Temple is the largest Buddhist temple in Fujian, with a long history. As soon as you enter the temple, you can feel its solemn and sacred atmosphere. Admire the magnificent architecture of the Mahavira Hall, the exquisite Buddha statues and murals inside the hall, and the charm of ancient Buddhist art. The East and West Pagodas are the iconic buildings of Kaiyuan Temple and landmarks of Quanzhou. The delicate and intricate reliefs on the pagodas are worth a closer look. - 9:00–10:30: Visit West Street - When you leave Kaiyuan Temple, you will arrive at West Street. This is an ancient street full of life, with quaint Minnan-style buildings on both sides, such as arcades and red brick houses. You can visit the unique shops along the street and experience the traditional culture and local life of Quanzhou. We recommend visiting "Quanzhou Xiaoxicheng" to take photos. There is a popular wall with the words "Quanzhou, a city you must visit at least once in your life" written on it. Noon: - 10:30–12:00: Have lunch near West Street - There are many delicious foods to choose from on West Street and nearby. Mianxianhu is a representative dish of Quanzhou, with delicate noodles and a delicious soup base. You can add ingredients such as vinegar pork, intestines, and shrimp according to your preference. Zongzi is made with rich ingredients and exquisite methods. The glutinous rice is fragrant and soft, with fillings such as braised pork, chestnuts, dried shrimp, mushrooms, and scallops. It is served with satay sauce, garlic paste, sweet and spicy sauce, and other condiments. Ginger duck is also a famous dish in Quanzhou, made with red-faced Muscovy duck and old ginger, rice wine, and various spices, slowly stewed in a clay pot. The duck meat is not greasy and has a tender texture. Afternoon: - 12:00–13:00: Go to Qingjing Mosque - Qingjing Mosque is the oldest existing Islamic mosque site in China, with typical ancient Arab Islamic architectural style. The buildings and decorations in the mosque are full of exotic charm, with exquisite tiles, wood carvings, and other artistic elements. Here, you can learn about the history and culture of Islam and experience the cultural integration of Quanzhou as the starting point of the ancient Maritime Silk Road. - 13:00–14:00: Visit Quanzhou Confucian Temple - Quanzhou Confucian Temple is large and beautifully built. Dacheng Hall is the main building of the temple, with statues of Confucius and other Confucian sages. You can visit the ancient buildings, admire the cultural relics, and learn about the inheritance and development of Confucian culture in Quanzhou. - 14:00–15:00: Visit Guanyue Temple - Quanzhou Tonghuai Guanyue Temple, also known as Guandi Temple, was built in the Song Dynasty and is one of the most popular places in Quanzhou. It is dedicated to Guan Yu and Yue Fei, and the temple architecture has Minnan characteristics. You can buy incense at the entrance and follow the steps to draw lots, experiencing the religious culture of Minnan. Evening: - 15:00–16:00: Go to Zhongshan Street in Quanzhou - Zhongshan Street is brightly lit at night, full of Nanyang style. There are various shops and restaurants on both sides of the street, where you can shop, taste delicious food, and experience the nightlife of Quanzhou. - 16:00–17:00: Take a break at a nearby café or teahouse on Zhongshan Street, enjoy a cup of coffee or a specialty tea from Quanzhou, such as Tieguanyin or Shuixian tea, relax, and end your day.