Xiamen

Gulangyu Island, a car-free enclave off the coast of Xiamen, Fujian Province, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its colonial-era architecture, lush gardens, and serene beaches. Dubbed the "Piano Island" for its musical heritage, Gulangyu’s cobblestone streets are lined with 19th-century villas, churches, and museums, offering a time-capsule glimpse into China’s international treaty-port era. With no motorized vehicles, the island’s tranquility is preserved by the gentle clatter of piano keys and the rhythmic lapping of waves, making it a haven for culture seekers and nature lovers alike.

Xiamen Huandao Road, a 43-kilometer coastal paradise, weaves along China’s southeastern coastline, blending azure seas, golden sands, and vibrant culture. Built in the 1990s as a scenic byway, it’s now a UNESCO-recognized "International Marathon Gold Route" and a beloved escape for locals and tourists alike. Lush greenery, art installations, and panoramic vistas of Taiwan Strait make it a must-visit symbol of Xiamen’s coastal charm

Zengcuo’an, once a quiet fishing village, is now Xiamen’s bohemian heart, where narrow alleys burst with street art, seafood sizzles in open kitchens, and boutique hostels hide behind Ming-era red brick walls. Dubbed “China’s Most Artistic Village,” it’s a labyrinth of creativity, blending Hokkien heritage with modern hipster vibes. Explore handmade jewelry shops, sip mango slushies under banyan trees, and let the ocean breeze guide you—this is Xiamen’s ultimate sensory feast.

Xiamen University, founded in 1921 by patriotic overseas Chinese leader Tan Kah Kee, is China’s first university established by a foreign-born Chinese and one of the country’s most prestigious institutions of higher learning. Nestled between lush mountains and the sea in Xiamen, Fujian Province, it is renowned for its harmonious blend of traditional Chinese and colonial-era architecture, vibrant academic atmosphere, and picturesque campus dubbed the "most beautiful university in China." Spanning 900 acres, the campus features iconic landmarks like the Fuhua Cultural Heritage Park, the humanities library shaped like a giant book, and the scenic Phoenix Flower Valley

Nanputuo Temple, a revered Buddhist sanctuary nestled at the foot of Wulao Peak in Xiamen, Fujian Province, is one of southern China’s most iconic temples. Founded in the Tang Dynasty (618–907) and rebuilt in the Ming Dynasty, it is a vital hub for Mahayana Buddhism, blending serene architecture, lush gardens, and panoramic mountain-and-sea views. Known for its vibrant religious life, cultural heritage, and integration with nearby Xiamen University, Nanputuo attracts pilgrims, tourists, and scholars seeking spiritual refuge and natural beauty.