Two-Day Tour in Zhangzhou: A Guide to Must-Visit Attractions

Zhangzhou is a charming tourist city. Travel guide:

Attractions Introduction

- Zhangzhou Ancient City: Located in Xiangcheng District, Zhangzhou, it is the core area of a national cultural and ecological protection zone. It retains the layout of "Nine Streets and Thirteen Alleys," featuring Ming and Qing dynasty arcade buildings and the Confucian Temple. Visitors can enjoy intangible cultural heritage displays such as puppet shows and woodblock New Year prints, and taste traditional Minnan delicacies like marinated noodles and four-fruit soup.
- Yunshuiyao Ancient Town: Located in Nanjing County, it is part of the 5A-level scenic area of the World Cultural Heritage "Fujian Tulou" and was a filming location for the movie "Yunshuiyao." Here you can find 13 ancient banyan trees by Changjiao Creek, a century-old street, and Tulou clusters such as Hegui Lou and Huaiyuan Lou.
- Dongshan Island: The second largest island in Fujian, known for its "half city, half sea" artistic scenery. The Wind-moving Rock in the Wind-moving Rock Scenic Area is hailed as "the world's most extraordinary rock." The Guandi Temple offers rich cultural sights; Nanmen Bay was a filming location for the movie "The Left Ear," showcasing a blue and white fishing village; Jinluan Bay’s mirror-like sandy beach is perfect for sunrise viewing, and Caidie Bay features a small train reminiscent of those in Studio Ghibli animations.
- Lingtong Mountain: Located in Pinghe County, it is a geological wonder of volcanic rock peaks, surrounded by seven main peaks and thirty-six clusters. Lingtongyan Temple is embedded in a sheer cliff, with sea of clouds rolling after rain creating a fairyland atmosphere. Climbing Qingtian Peak offers views of a forest of strange rocks, with iron chains provided for support in steep areas.

Ticket Information

- Zhangzhou Ancient City: Free.
- Yunshuiyao Ancient Town: Adults 90 RMB, children/seniors/students 45 RMB.
- Dongshan Island: Free, some attractions charge fees.
- Lingtong Mountain: Approximate price 40-60 RMB.

Transportation Guide

- City Transportation: Taxis or buses are convenient for traveling between attractions in Zhangzhou city.
- Scenic Area Transportation: It is recommended to charter a car or join a day tour to Yunshuiyao Ancient Town; renting an electric scooter is convenient for exploring Dongshan Island.

Accommodation Recommendations

- Around Zhangzhou Ancient City: Hotels such as Zhangzhou Baixiang Yuanshan Hotel (Ancient City Branch) and Zhangzhou Xiangjiang Hotel (Zhangzhou Ancient City Branch) offer convenient travel and a chance to experience the ancient city atmosphere.
- Yunshuiyao Ancient Town: Options include Duli Yunshuiyao · Hede Lou Tulou Cultural Homestay to experience Tulou charm.
- Dongshan Island: Recommended hotels include Zhangzhou Dongshan Yuehua Hotel and Dongshan Fulai Xi Hotel, close to the sea with spacious sea view rooms.

Food Recommendations

- Zhangzhou Ancient City: Try Afang marinated noodles, Taiguqiao hand-pulled noodles, and freshly squeezed Pianzaihuang herbal juice from the Confucian Temple Juice Shop.
- Yunshuiyao Ancient Town: Enjoy farmhouse dishes such as native chicken soup and dried bamboo shoots.
- Dongshan Island: Don’t miss seafood delicacies like small squid and oyster omelets at Tongling Town seafood stalls.
- Lingtong Mountain: Sample local snacks in Daxi Town such as beef intestine rice cakes, vegetarian water noodles, and brown sugar cakes.