Xiamen

Located at the southern part of Fujian province, Xiamen is also known as the “Pearl of the East China Sea” for it picturesque coastal town charm, impressive architecture and particularly delicious seafood fare.

Sweet and light, food in Xiamen is abundant with exceptionally fresh seafood usually matched with different ways to cook peanuts. Don’t leave without sampling Xiamen’s peanut soup or the delectable nutty treats from the Sweet Peanut Shop on Zhongshan Lu. Don’t miss the wonderful island of Gulanyu, a serenely beautiful and popular retreat of newlyweds. Tourists should also check out the Botanical Garden and the Buddhist Naputuo, considered to be nature lovers’ must-sees in Xiamen.

Culture lovers shouldn’t miss the Overseas Chinese Museum, walking by Xiamen University, and the Nanputuo Temple. Shopaholics will be thrilled by the numerous flea markets and small bazaars abounding in Longtou Road, Xiahe Road and Dinghai Road and the bigger malls selling designer goods in Zhongshan Road. Meanwhile, water sports enthusiasts will definitely enjoy swimming, diving, water skiing and sailing.

Xiamen is truly a sight-seeing delight in China!