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Xiamen is back, really not recommended to go in January

Babies, Xiamen is really a city that you will never get tired of visiting! Especially in January, when you can avoid the peak tourist season and enjoy the pleasant weather and the beauty of the city. Here is a super detailed two-day itinerary for Xiamen👇 📍Xiamen, a seaside city full of artistic and romantic atmosphere🌊 Here you can find blue sea and sky, golden beaches, and arcade buildings with a South Asian style. Walking on the streets, you can hear the melodious sound of the waves and feel the gentle sea breeze, as if all your worries can be left behind. 🚗Transportation tips: ✈️ After arriving at Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport, you can take the airport bus to various directions in the city, or you can choose the subway, which is convenient and fast, and can easily reach the popular attractions nearby. 🚄 Xiamen Station is located in the city center, with convenient transportation; Xiamen North Station is far from the city center, but there are subway and bus connections, so remember to plan your route before traveling. 🚌 The bus system on the island is very developed, and most attractions can be reached. You can also experience Xiamen's unique BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) and enjoy the city scenery along the way. 🗺Itinerary: Day 1: Gulangyu Island - Zhongshan Road Pedestrian Street Take a ferry to Gulangyu Island in the morning, stroll through the historic streets, and admire the architecture of various countries; have lunch on Gulangyu Island and taste local specialties such as satay noodles; continue to explore the niche attractions on Gulangyu Island in the afternoon, and return to Zhongshan Road Pedestrian Street in the evening, shopping and eating while enjoying the bustling night view of Xiamen. Day 2: Nanputuo Temple - Xiamen University (exterior) - Zengcuo'an - Huandao Road Go to Nanputuo Temple in the morning, feel the strong Buddhist atmosphere, and climb Wulao Peak to overlook the beautiful scenery of Xiamen; then take photos at the gate of Xiamen University; have lunch at Zengcuo'an and taste various snacks; rent a bicycle in the afternoon and ride along Huandao Road, enjoy the unbeatable sea view and feel the embrace of the sea breeze. 🌟Must-visit attractions: 1. Gulangyu Island: Every frame on the island is like a painting, with various buildings scattered in an orderly manner, and the small shops on Longtou Road are full of artistic atmosphere, walking through them is like traveling back in time. 2. Nanputuo Temple: A thousand-year-old temple with a strong incense, the temple buildings are magnificent and the surrounding environment is quiet, which can calm people's hearts. 3. Huandao Road: Ride along the coastline, with the sea on one side and green mountains on the other, the scenery is breathtaking, it is the best way to experience the seaside scenery of Xiamen. 4. Zengcuo'an: A gathering place for food, you can find all kinds of Xiamen specialties and internet-famous food, eating and shopping while enjoying the lively atmosphere. 5. Zhongshan Road Pedestrian Street: The arcade buildings with a South Asian style are unique, and the street is brightly lit at night, it is a good place for shopping and tasting food. 6. Xiamen University (exterior): Known as one of the most beautiful universities in China, although you cannot enter the campus, taking photos at the gate is also very photogenic, and you can feel the youthful atmosphere of the campus. 7. Shapowei: Once a typhoon shelter, now full of artistic shops and creative graffiti, it is a gathering place for young people, where trend and retro coexist. 8. Sunlight Rock: The highest point of Gulangyu Island, climbing to the top of the rock, you can overlook the entire Gulangyu Island and the beautiful scenery of Xiamen city, with an excellent view. 9. Baicheng Beach: Adjacent to Xiamen University, the beach is fine and the sea is clear, it is a good place to watch the sunset, the afterglow of the sunset on the beach is beautiful. 📝Practical tips: • Tickets for Gulangyu Island need to be booked in advance on the official WeChat account, choose the appropriate time and pier. • You can choose a shared bike or rent a colorful bike at the rental point for cycling on Huandao Road, pay attention to safety. • There are many snacks in Zengcuo'an, you can compare several before choosing to avoid stepping on a mine. 🍱Local food recommendations: • Satay noodles: Rich satay soup base, with smooth and chewy noodles and various seafood and meat, the soup is fresh and delicious, the taste is rich, and a bite is full of happiness. • Tusu jelly: Crystal clear appearance, made from sandworms, the taste is Q and smooth, with special sauce, the taste is fresh and unique, although it looks a bit scary, it tastes really great! • Roasted rice dumplings: Soft glutinous rice, wrapped with large pieces of braised meat, mushrooms, chestnuts and other ingredients, fragrant, dipped in sweet and spicy sauce, the taste is rich, one can make you full. • Peanut soup: Sweet but not greasy, with a strong peanut flavor, the taste is delicate and smooth, a bowl in winter, warm body and heart. • Oyster omelet: Fresh oysters with eggs, vegetables and special batter, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, the fresh oysters and sweet vegetables are perfectly combined, dipped in sweet and spicy sauce, absolutely delicious! • Ye's Mochi: Handmade, glutinous rice cake wrapped with crushed peanuts and sesame sugar, soft and sweet, one bite at a time, can't stop. 🏠Hotel accommodation: • Gulangyu Island: Lijiazhuang Hotel, located in the core area of Gulangyu Island, is a hotel transformed from a century-old house, with elegant environment, full of historical charm, warm and comfortable room layout, and thoughtful service. • Near Zhongshan Road: All Seasons Hotel, with superior location, convenient transportation, many surrounding food, clean and tidy hotel, high cost performance, convenient for travel and shopping. • Near Huandao Road: Haiyue Villa Hotel, with beautiful environment, facing the sea, with private beach and garden, complete facilities, high-end service, allowing you to fully enjoy the comfort of seaside vacation. Tips: • The temperature difference between morning and evening in Xiamen in January is large, remember to bring a warm coat. • When taking public transportation, pay attention to keep your belongings safe. • When tasting seafood, choose fresh ingredients to avoid gastrointestinal discomfort. Babies, according to this guide, you can visit the essence of Xiamen in two days and one night, hurry up and arrange it!💕
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Posted: Jan 5, 2025
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