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厦门旅游景点介绍英文Introduction to Xiamen Tourist Attractions1. Gulangyu IslandGulangyu Island, also known as Piano Island, is a small island located off the coast of Xiamen. With its winding lanes, charming beaches, and unique architecture, Gulangyu Island is a favorite destination for both domestic and international tourists. The island is car-free, making it a peaceful and relaxing place to explore on foot. Don't miss the stunning Sunlight Rock, the highest point of the island, which offers panoramic views of Xiamen.2. Xiamen UniversityXiamen University is one of the most prestigiousuniversities in China and is known for its beautiful campus. The university is located near the coast and offers stunning views of the ocean. Visitors can take a leisurely stroll through the campus, admiring the traditional Chinese architecture and picturesque gardens. The famous Huihe Stone Carvings, a cultural relic from the Ming Dynasty, can also be found on the campus.3. Nanputuo TempleNanputuo Temple is a Buddhist temple located at the foot of Wulaofeng Mountain in Xiamen. The temple, established during the Tang Dynasty, is one of the most famous Buddhist temples inSouthern China. With its serene atmosphere and stunning architecture, Nanputuo Temple attracts both tourists and devout Buddhists. Inside the temple, visitors can admire the exquisite statues, intricate carvings, and beautiful gardens.4. Hulishan FortressHulishan Fortress, located on the southern coast of Xiamen, is a well-preserved coastal defense fortress built during the late Qing Dynasty. The fortress is famous for its giant cannons, which were used to protect Xiamen from invaders. Visitors can explore the fortress and learn about its history through the various exhibitions and displays. The fortress also offers panoramic views of the sea and is a popular spot to watch the sunset.5. Zhongshan Road6. Xiamen Botanical GardenXiamen Botanical Garden is a vast botanical garden located on the east side of Xiamen. With its diverse collection of plants and flowers, as well as serene water features and pavilions, the garden is a peaceful oasis in the city. Visitors can take a leisurely walk along the winding paths, explore the various themed gardens, and enjoy the tranquility of nature.7. Xiamen Bailuzhou ParkBailuzhou Park, located on Bailuzhou Island in the center of Xiamen, is a popular recreational area for both locals and tourists. The park features lush green spaces, a lake with paddleboats, and various recreational facilities. Visitors can relax in the park, take a boat ride on the lake, or enjoy the lively atmosphere during cultural events and performances.In conclusion, Xiamen offers a wide range of tourist attractions that cater to different interests. From the picturesque Gulangyu Island to the historical Hulishan Fortress, there is something for everyone to enjoy in this coastal city. Whether you are interested in exploring the natural beauty, immersing yourself in the local culture, or simply relaxing in peaceful surroundings, Xiamen is a destination that should not be missed.。
Travelling in XiamenXiamen is a coastal city in Fujian Province of southeastern China.Xiamen and the surrounding countryside are famous for being an ancestral home to overseas Chinese. It became one of China’s earliest Special Economic Zones in the 1980s. Xiamen was recently voted China’s cleanest city, and has many attractions for the tourist.Xiamen and its surrounding countryside provides spectacular scenery and pleasant tree-lined beaches. The most attractive place should be the Gulangyu Island.No. 01: Gulangyu IslandGulangyu, or “Drum Wave Islet”, is a car free island off the coast of Xiamen City, which is quite small and is across from the ferry terminal on Xiamen Island near Xiamen University.Gulangyu Island covers an area of 1.78 square kilometers and stands opposite to Xiamen City across the sea. It is home to about 20,000 people and is a very popular tourist destination. Among the many scenic spots on the island, the most attractive are Sunlight Rock and the Shuzhuang Garden.Gulangyu Island is renowned for its beaches and windinglanes and its varied architecture. The island is on China’s list of National Scenic Spots and also ranks at the top of the list of the ten most-scenic areas in Fujian Province.Gulangyu IslandNo. 02: Oversea Chinese MuseumLocated at the foot of Fengchao Hill, the Xiamen Overseas Chinese Museum is a comprehensive museum that highlights the history of overseas Chinese, and the only Chinese museum set up by overseas Chinese.The Oversea Chinese Museum was founded by the Chinese philanthropist Chen Jiageng. It is a building with a building area of more than 3,000 square meters, displaying more than 7000 exhibits. Special exhibitions of the museum include Unearthed Mummies in Xinjiang, Inner Mongolian Folk Relics and Ancient Technological Achievements of Chinese Agriculture, etc. No. 03: Nanputuo TempleThe Nanputuo Temple is located on the southeast of Xiamen Island. It is surrounded by the graceful sea and the Wulao Peaks behind the temple.Nanputuo literally means South Putuo.Putuo referring to the mountain in Zhejiang province. The buildings include Devajara Hall (the Hall of Heavenly Kings), Mahavira Hall (Daxiongbaodian), Dabei Hall (the Hall of Great Compassion) and a Pavilion built in 1936.The monks of Nanputuo are often seen on the nearby busy downtown streets. The Nanputuo Temple is a very famous Buddhist temple founded in the Tang era.No. 04: Hulishan FortressHulishan Fortress, which is a spectacular site surrounded by walls made of granite and impressive gates, is located at the southern tip of Xiamen Island.Hulishan Fortress was built in 1891, occupying an area of 13,000 square meters.Its buildings are distinctively preserved to the military style of the Ming Dynasty and also that of the Qing Dynasty.The fortress is composed of the barracks, a secret tunnel, a tower, a sentry platform, the ammunition depot, the trench, and the castle. .The German-made Krupp Cannon is the largest existing coast cannon of its kind in the world.No. 07: Zhongshan Road in XiamenWalking along Zhongshan Pedestrian Street(中山路步行街) in Xiamen is worth your valuable time for your short trip to Xiamen. Most visitors would come to Zhongshan Walking Street either before or after going to Gulangyu Island since the west starting point of Zhongshan Road is just across the ferry terminal.Avoid going to the Zhongshan Walking Street on weekends orChina holidays. Zhongshan Road is bright and alive at night with different colours. Zhongshan Road is teeming with shops and street vendors. Zhongshan Road is more than just a commercial street, it is a leisure, entertainment and food center in Xiamen.Over 200 shops lines up the street with clear chain store outlets and trinket shops. Most of the buildings along the Zhongshan Road are a combination of Victoria-era and Chinese traditional architectures, a kind of two-storey buildings known as “Qi Lou”(riding across buildings). Qi Lou is designed both for commerce and living.No. 08 Sunlight RockSunlight Rock is also known as Dragon Head Hill. As the highest point of Gulangyu Island, Sunlight Rock Scenic Areaincludes Sunlight Rock and Piano Garden.There is a saying that if you haven’t ascended Sunlight Rock, you haven’t really been to Xiamen Perched atop Sunlight Rock is a gigantic stone with a diameter of over 40 meters.Sunlight Rock Temple is one of the four top Buddhist temples in Xiamen. The temple was first built in the Ming Dynasty and was famed far and wide, attracting accomplished monks throughout the dynasties. Connected to Sunlight Rock through the cable car, Piano Garden is another attraction for tourists.No. 09: Xiamen UniversityXiamen University, which is one of the comprehensive universities directly affiliated with the Education Ministry, is located in the city of Xiamen in Fujian Province.Xiamen University was founded in 1921 by Tan Kah Kee, the well-known patriotic overseas Chinese leader.XiamenUniversity, a picturesque campus nestled between the sea and the “Five Old Men” mountains, is largely considered to be the most beautiful campus in China.No. 10: Island Ring Road in XiamenXiamen Island Ring Road is a 4-6 lane seaside road totally 43km in length, a green belt that offers tourists a perfect place to bike along beautiful seashores.The best part of the island ring road starts from the Baicheng Beach from Xiamen University to the Xiamen International Conference and Exhibition Center, a 10km ring road from south to the east. You may rent a bike or tamden to cycle the 10km island ring for about 2 hours.You also can visit some interesting sights like Hulishan Fortress, parks along the ring road and walkway boards by the sea. If you have strong legs, you can walk the 10km highlight of the island ring road, a paradise for leisure travelers enjoying the blue sky, beach and green belts along the seashores.Most of the bike rentl shops start from 08:00 am and close at 9:00pm. Amountain bike costs about 10 to 15 yuan/hour with a deposit of RMB300. Tandem bicycles are charged at a higherrate.Many beautiful pictures :欢迎您的下载，资料仅供参考！致力为企业和个人提供合同协议，策划案计划书，学习资料等等打造全网一站式需求。
