Must-Visit Travel Guide to Quanzhou

Luojia Temple in Quanzhou❗️ — A Temple Floating on the Sea‼️||Luojia Temple is located at Yongning Golden Coast in Shishi City, Quanzhou, Fujian Province, a temple built on reefs!

Surrounded by the sea on three sides, Luojia Temple offers the magical scenery of "viewing the temple from the sea and the sea from the temple." The architecture here blends the Minnan red brick swallowtail ridge style with Tang Dynasty temple features, with the orange-red structures contrasting beautifully against the sea, creating a stunning visual impact!

📍Address: No. 943, Golden Coast, Shishi City, Quanzhou, Fujian Province
🚕Taxi: About a 1-hour drive from the city center. Walk across the bridge to enter the temple upon arrival.
🚘Self-drive: Navigate to Luojia Temple Parking Lot.
🅿️Parking: 10 RMB/day
🎫Admission: Free
🕰️Opening Hours: All day

🌈Highlights
1️⃣Sea View Experience
Perched on coastal reefs, Luojia Temple appears to float on the sea during high tide. Its unique architectural style, featuring upturned eaves and intricate carvings, exudes Minnan charm. Overlooking the vast sea, feel the gentle sea breeze, take photos, or stand on the reefs with the sea as your backdrop for breathtaking shots.
2️⃣Sunset Beauty
At sunset, golden hues bathe the temple, creating a stunning scene. ⚠️Check tide times in advance—low tide allows closer access to the temple for serene and majestic views. Stroll along the seaside boardwalk and capture memories with the sea and temple.

📸Photo Spot Recommendations
①Temple entrance: Flanked by "Feng Tiao Yu Shun" (favorable weather) arches—the "Feng Tiao" side is Li Xian’s famous photo spot.
②Yellow-walled corridors in the main hall: Found throughout, offering a rustic charm.
③Temple rooftops: Shoot from the seawall facing the sea or temple, using a telephoto lens.
④Temple railings: Stand by the white marble railings for a grand vista.
⑤Reef area near the temple: Perfect for wide shots with the sea and temple as backdrops.

⚠️Tips
1. Free admission, but check opening hours.
2. Avoid holidays to skip crowds.
3. Bring a jacket—it’s windy by the sea.
4. Watch your step—reefs can be slippery.