Quanzhou Hidden Gem: A Picturesque Ancient Village with Nanyang Style

🏞【Destination Guide】
Free admission: The scenic area is free to enter, but some experience programs require separate fees (e.g., puppet shows, climbing the Gun Tower).
Best lighting: The soft morning or evening light is especially ideal for photographing the red-brick ancient houses and architectural details.
Outfit suggestions: Light-colored dresses + straw hats or renting Nyonya costumes (easier to blend into the scene).
Other experiences: Weekend theme markets or concerts may be available—check the scenic area announcements in advance. Public restrooms and convenience stores are available in the village, so no need to worry about supplies.
🚗Transportation Guide:
Transport: Take a high-speed train to Quanzhou South Station, then an 11-minute taxi ride. Alternatively, drive and navigate to "Wulin Traditional Village," about a 20-minute drive from Quanzhou South Station.
🛏Hotel Info:
Tsingpu Cultural Retreat is a Nanyang-style homestay, costing around 1000+ per person per night, including intangible cultural heritage experiences.
🌟Must-Visit Spots:
✅Chaodong Building:
The village history museum and the most representative century-old Western-style building, known as "Wulin's Most Beautiful Unfinished Building," a must-visit photo spot.
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✅Qiaopi Museum:
An overseas Chinese history museum, a Spanish-style building made of Minnan red bricks. Head straight to the second floor for a panoramic view of the ancient village, perfect for balcony photos.
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✅Gun Tower:
A symbolic fortress-style building in Wulin. Visitors can climb up for a fee of 10 yuan.
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✅Five-Storey Mansion:
Wulin's tallest Western-style building, named for its five floors. Once the residence of the "Glass King," step back to the intersection for a full-view shot.
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✅Patriotism Building:
The most beautiful "Fanzi Lou" (foreign-style building) and a patriotic education base.
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✅Ancient House Cluster:
The ancient houses here are exceptionally well-preserved, with red-brick roofs and carved doors and windows, transporting you back in time.

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🌟Highlights:
Costume photography: Rent Nyonya costumes or cheongsams at Juruo Bookstore or Heyue Cultural Center, paired with floral headpieces, for Nanyang-style portraits.
Intangible cultural heritage puppet shows: Deyue Pavilion offers daily hand-puppet performances. Opt for the "tea and show combo" to experience traditional culture.
Nanyang-style coffee afternoon tea: Enjoy "Nyonya white coffee" with kaya toast at the Banyan Tree Café, savoring slow moments in ancient houses.
📌Tips:
The scenic area is open all day, but visiting in the morning or evening is recommended for softer lighting and better photos.
Advance reservations are required for puppet shows and costume rentals. Check the scenic area announcements for weekend theme markets or concerts.