The Most Beautiful Check-in Spot by the Min River

Fuzhou Xichan Temple｜A Millennia-old Zen Temple Travel Guide🏯 A Buddhist Journey Through Time!

🎯 Reasons to Visit
The Pearl of Minnan Buddhist Kingdom! A picturesque Song Dynasty ancient temple🌿

🚌 Transportation Information
📍 Address: No. 15 Xichan Lane, Gulou District, Fuzhou City
🚇 Metro Line 1, Nanmen Dou Station, Exit D, 10-minute walk
🚌 Bus: Get off at "Xichan Temple Station" for direct access

🕰️ Opening Hours
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Recommended to visit before 10 AM or after 3 PM)

🏯 Highlights
1️⃣ Panoramic View of the Millennia-old Temple
Check in at the Song Dynasty architectural complex! Must-see trio: Mahavira Hall + Sutra Library + Bell and Drum Towers
📸 Best photo spot: Capture the full reflection in front of the Release Pond

2️⃣ Five Hundred Arhats Hall
The largest Arhats Hall in Fujian! Find your guardian Arhat
💡 Hidden fun: Count the Arhat with the same number as your age

3️⃣ Ancient Lychee Trees
Six ancient Song Dynasty lychee trees inside the temple, even praised by Su Shi!
🍃 Visit in summer to see the trees full of red lychees (picking is prohibited)

🍜 Nearby Food
✅ Buddha Jumps Over the Wall: A must-try in Fuzhou! Rich and super flavorful broth
✅ Fish Balls: Old brand outside the temple, chewy and juicy
✅ Guobian Hu: Perfect with shrimp crisps, only 5 yuan for a full meal

⚠️ Notes
• Do not step on the threshold! Remember to step over it
• No photography inside the halls📵
• Avoid wearing shorts or skirts
• Bring some cash for incense offerings

📸 Photo Tips
• Best lighting on sunny days between 9-10 AM
• Wearing Hanfu or plain-colored clothes makes photos stand out
• Use eaves and ancient trees as foreground for composition