Next Stop: Quanzhou | This Old Street is a Photographer's Dream

| This old street is a photographer's dream. 07:30 Departure: Head to Qingyuan Mountain Scenic Area to admire the Laojun Rock Statue and experience the Taoist culture. We recommend getting up early to enjoy free admission. ### 2. Morning (9:00 am - 12:00 pm) * **9:00 am - 11:00 am**: Visit the Fujian-Taiwan Kinship Museum to learn about the historical relationship between the mainland and Taiwan. We recommend spending 1–2 hours here. * **11:00 am - 12:00 pm**: Head to Quanzhou Museum to learn more about the history and culture of Quanzhou. We recommend spending 1 hour here. ### 3. Noon (12:00 pm - 1:30 pm) * **12:30 pm Lunch**: Choose a local restaurant in the downtown area to enjoy Quanzhou cuisine, such as noodles in thick soup and zongzi. ### 4. Afternoon (1:30 pm - 5:30 pm) * **1:30 pm - 3:00 pm**: Head to Kaiyuan Temple to visit the East and West Pagodas and the Quanzhou Bay Ancient Ship Gallery, and experience the tranquility and solemnity of Buddhism. * **3:00 pm - 4:00 pm**: Watch a puppet show to experience the charm of traditional Quanzhou culture. * **4:00 pm - 5:30 pm**: Stroll along West Street, have dinner, and visit popular attractions such as the Bell Tower and Xiaoxicheng. ### 5. Evening (5:30 pm - 7:00 pm) * **5:30 pm - 6:00 pm**: Visit the arcades on Zhongshan Middle Road to experience the historical and cultural atmosphere of Quanzhou. * **6:00 pm - 7:00 pm**: Visit West Lake Park at night to enjoy the West Lake Music Fountain Show and experience Quanzhou's nightlife. ### 6. Night (7:00 pm - 9:00 pm) * **7:00 pm - 9:00 pm**: Continue to visit West Street, Zhongshan Road, and Yuanhe 1916 Creative Park at night to enjoy more Quanzhou cuisine and experience the unique charm of the city. ### Transportation Tips: * For nearby attractions such as Kaiyuan Temple, West Street, and the Bell Tower, you can walk. * For attractions that are a little further away, you can take a Xiaobai Bus or a shared bike. * For attractions that are further away, such as Qingyuan Mountain, we recommend taking a bus or taxi. ### Accommodation Recommendations: * We recommend staying in a hotel or homestay near West Street for easy access to downtown attractions. ### Food Recommendations: * Noodles in thick soup, zongzi, ginger duck, and oyster omelet are must-try dishes in Quanzhou. Please note that the above schedule is for reference only. The actual time spent at each attraction may vary depending on your interests and the actual situation. In addition, the opening hours of some attractions may change. We recommend checking the latest opening hours before your trip to ensure a smooth itinerary. We hope you have a great day in Quanzhou!