There is an art festival full of "question marks" on a small island in the south, and it is here on time this year
After two years of free exploration, the "Third Unknown Art Festival" is here as promised! Still with the original intention, still this meaningful but not serious place, we look forward to seeing you in the art.

Xiamen

China

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Near Xiamen Twin Towers|Xiamen University Area, Xiamen

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Kulangsu

Water fun & Cool Retreats

Historic buildings

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可怕可爱多长大的人民工

Gulangyu, a famous island in Xiamen, Fujian Province, China, is known as the &quot;Garden on the Sea&quot; and the &quot;Piano Island.&quot; Below is a detailed introduction to Gulangyu:

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Basic Information

&middot; Location: Siming District, Xiamen, Fujian Province, across the sea from Xiamen Island.

&middot; Area: Approximately 1.91 square kilometers.

&middot; Features: A World Cultural Heritage Site (designated in 2017) and a national 5A-level tourist attraction, it is renowned for its historical international community, unique architecture, musical culture, and natural scenery.

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Major Attractions

1. Sunlight Rock

Gulangyu&#39;s highest point, at 92.7 meters above sea level, offers panoramic views of the entire island and Xiamen city. It is named after the spot where the sun first strikes it each morning.

2. Shuzhuang Garden

Built in 1913, it was originally the private villa of Taiwanese tycoon Lin Erjia. The garden, nestled by the sea, blends Jiangnan gardens with Western architectural styles and houses the renowned &quot;Piano Museum.&quot; 3. Haoyue Garden
Built in commemoration of the national hero Zheng Chenggong, the garden features a towering statue of Zheng Chenggong, facing the sea, creating a majestic presence.
4. Gulangyu Piano Museum
Housing nearly 100 fortepianos from around the world, it showcases the musical heritage of Gulangyu, known as the &quot;Piano Island.&quot;
5. Organ Museum
Located in the Bagua Tower, it is China&#39;s only organ museum, showcasing large pipe organs and a variety of organ collections.
6. International Architecture Exhibition
The island preserves a large number of buildings that blend Chinese and Western styles, including consulates, churches, and villas, reflecting the historical character of a modern international community.

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Cultural Highlights

&middot; Musical Tradition: Gulangyu boasts the highest per capita piano ownership rate in China, giving rise to many musicians and earning the nickname &quot;Piano Island.&quot;
&middot; Historical Background: From the mid-19th century to the mid-20th century, consulates, expatriates, and wealthy merchants from various countries settled here, forming a unique community with a diverse blend of cultures. Car-Free Island: Motor vehicles are prohibited on the island. Walking or electric scooters are the primary modes of transportation, creating a tranquil and pleasant environment.

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Food and Specialties

Snacks: Southern Fujian delicacies such as shacha noodles, fried oysters, fish ball soup, and peanut soup.

Specialties: Pies, dried meats, tea (such as Tieguanyin), and handmade cultural and creative products.

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Travel Tips

Transportation: Take a ferry from Xiamen Ferry Terminal to Gulangyu Island (tickets must be purchased in advance; visitors typically depart from the Cruise Center Xiamen-Gulangyu Terminal).

Best Time to Visit: Spring and autumn (October to April) offer pleasant weather, avoiding the summer heat and typhoon season.

Recommendation: Reserve one to two days to wander the alleys, admire the architecture, experience the culture, and explore the island&#39;s surroundings.

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Gulangyu Island, a blend of natural beauty, history, and art, is a core destination in Xiamen, perfect for cultural exploration, leisure vacations, and photo opportunities.

Xiamen Botanical Garden

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Family-Friendly Attractions

Fall foliage

鼻涕虫LY

Absolutely amazing! Absolutely amazing! Absolutely amazing! Northerners must see it! 👀! The araucaria forest lawn, planted by national leaders, is incredibly photogenic! The succulent world boasts a variety of saguaro cacti and prickly pear cacti, and the desert environment makes for stunning photos! It&#39;s just incredibly hot! 😅 The rainforest world is also fantastic, with a riot of tropical plants, it feels like entering a secret rainforest. The ginger world is also very interesting, though not ginger-related, but filled with various bananas&mdash;traveler&#39;s palms of all sizes, tall and short. The flowers are beautiful, and the photos are great too. Best of all, it&#39;s less crowded and more relaxing! The vine world leads directly to the back of Wufeng Mountain (Nanputuo Temple), making it a seamless journey. Climb to the top and then descend to the temple. Be aware that there are no supplies along the way, so be sure to buy water and food at the botanical garden before climbing.

Waldorf Astoria Xiamen

Near Wanxiangcheng|Xiamen Railway Station Area, Xiamen

Andaz Xiamen

Near Xiamen Railway Station|Xiamen Railway Station Area, Xiamen

Seaview Resort Xiamen · shuiyuan Villa

Near Huangcuo Beach Sunrise Square|IslandRingBlvd/Huangcuo Beach/Convention Center, Xiamen

Zhonggu Cable Car

Cable car

M22***31

Overall, it is highly recommended, especially in the evening at sunset. The only inconvenience is that even if you buy tickets online, you still have to queue up on site to pick up the tickets. If you go during peak holiday season, it is recommended to buy them online. If you go during normal times, you can buy them on site and there is no need to buy them online in advance.

Hulishan Fortress

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小满浆果

The ticket price is 25 yuan per person, which is very cost-effective. I arrived around 10 o&#39;clock in the morning just in time to watch the show. After watching the show, I walked around. The scenic area is very clean and comfortable, and there is a different world inside.

Xiamen University

好男人

Need to make an appointment in advance, enter on time, not many people, went to the Furong Tunnel, the cultural and creative store in the past is gone, but there is also a small shop opposite, there is a car repair haha, 985 University is different, it feels really beautiful, it is also very clean, there are many student dormitory, but the summer vacation is not there, There are also many varieties of cultural and creative, and I bought this book and bought one for one free.

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