Weekend Trip to Meizhou Island to Worship Mazu

Meizhou Island, located in Putian, Fujian, is also known as the Mecca of the Sea because of its famous Mazu Temple, which attracts many devout followers. After arriving at the pier, it takes about ten minutes on foot to reach the Mazu Temple. Notable sights include the several-meter-tall stone statue of Mazu and the golden statue of Mazu. The stone statue is situated on a small hill, and it takes about ten minutes to walk up the stone steps. The entire temple visit takes about an hour. After worshiping Mazu, you can enjoy a bowl of Mazu noodles or Peace noodles. We tried the Mazu noodles and loved them. Don't be fooled by the term 'small bowl' here; it's quite substantial. My parents and I ordered a medium bowl, and it took all three of us considerable effort to finish it. The most worthwhile attraction on Meizhou Island is the Mazu Temple, followed by a spot in the southern part of the island where you can admire unique sea rocks. If your main purpose is to worship Mazu, a weekend is sufficient. Note that during the summer, you should pay attention to the weather and avoid visiting during typhoon season. 🗓️Itinerary: Take the earliest high-speed train from Shenzhen North to Putian in the morning, arriving at 12:43. Then take a bus or taxi to Wenjia Pier. The bus costs RMB 9 per person and takes about 50 minutes. The ferry to Meizhou Island takes about 15 minutes. A regular round-trip ticket, including the entrance fee, costs RMB 125. For Taiwan residents, it's RMB 20. It's free for those over 70. After worshiping, you can return to Putian for the night or stay on the island. The next day, you can continue exploring the island or Putian, and take a train back to Shenzhen North around 5 PM. 💞Recommended because: It's a simple weekend trip.