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Here is a one-day tour guide for Quanzhou: Morning: - 8:00 - 9:00: Arrive at Kaiyuan Temple in Quanzhou. Kaiyuan Temple is the largest Buddhist temple in Fujian Province and has a long history. The East and West Pagodas are the symbols and landmarks of Quanzhou Ancient City. You must appreciate them. You can stroll through the temple and experience the tranquility and solemnity of the ancient temple. Learn about the profound heritage of Buddhist culture. Visit time: about 1 hour. - 9:00 - 10:30: After leaving Kaiyuan Temple, head to West Street. West Street is the earliest developed street and area in Quanzhou, with a large number of buildings that retain their historical appearance. Here, you can appreciate the ancient streets while tasting various Quanzhou specialties, such as Mianxianhu, Manjian Gao, and Tushundong. You can also visit the specialty shops on the street and buy some interesting souvenirs. Noon: - 10:30 - 12:00: Find a restaurant near West Street for lunch. We recommend trying Ginger Duck. This dish is a famous dish in Quanzhou. It is made with red-faced ducks and old ginger, plus rice wine and various spices. It is slowly stewed in a casserole. The duck meat is not greasy or greasy, and the texture is soft and especially delicious with rice. Afternoon: - 12:00 - 13:00: Head to Quanzhou Confucian Temple. Quanzhou Confucian Temple has a grand scale and integrates the architectural styles of the Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing Dynasties. It is the largest Confucian Temple complex in the southeast. Here, you can learn about the inheritance and development of Confucian culture in Quanzhou and appreciate the artistic beauty of ancient architecture. Visit time: about 30 minutes. - 13:00 - 14:30: Visit Qingjing Temple. Qingjing Temple is the oldest Islamic temple site in China. It has a typical ancient Arab Islamic architectural style. The buildings and decorations inside the temple are full of exotic styles, making people feel as if they have traveled to the ancient Arab world. Visit time: about 1 hour. - 14:30 - 15:30: Head to Quanzhou Tianhou Palace. Tianhou Palace is a temple dedicated to Mazu. Mazu worship has a wide influence in Quanzhou and the entire southeast coastal area. Tianhou Palace has a unique architectural style and preserves many precious cultural relics and historical sites. Here, you can learn about the connotation and development of Mazu culture. Visit time: about 1 hour. Evening: - 15:30 - 17:00: Head to Quanzhou West Lake Park. West Lake Park is a large park in Quanzhou City. It has beautiful scenery and clear lake water. You can stroll by the lake and enjoy the beautiful scenery. You can also take a boat tour of West Lake and experience the comfort of the breeze. If you have time, you can also visit the museums or cultural venues in the park. - 17:00 - 18:00: Have dinner at a restaurant near West Lake Park. You can try Quanzhou's specialty foods such as beef soup and oyster omelets. Night: - 18:00 - 19:00: Head to Zhongshan Street in Quanzhou. Zhongshan Street is one of the streets with the most historical and cultural heritage in Quanzhou. At night, Zhongshan Street is brightly lit and bustling. You can go shopping, enjoy the night view, and experience Quanzhou's nightlife. - 19:00: End the day's itinerary and return to the hotel or other destinations. The above guide is for reference only. You can adjust it according to your interests and time. If time permits, you can also add other attractions, such as Quanzhou Museum and Fujian Taiwan Museum.
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