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Quanzhou Citywalk Temple Tour | These Scenic Spots Are Perfect for Photos!

- ✨Quanzhou, a city of both fireworks and fairies This treasure route is a must-see! Explore the religious sites of the Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties Save this temple guide for your trip! - 📍Guanyue Temple (Free | 6:30–18:30) A "fairy office" with a lot of incense! The fortune sticks are very effective, and the lights at night will take you back to the world of Spirited Away. . 📍Chengtian Temple (Free | 7:00–17:30) The Zen aesthetics of the "No. 1 Temple in Southern Fujian"! The red walls and bamboo shadows are cinematic, and the place is quiet and beautiful. . 📍Kaiyuan Temple (Free | 6:30–17:30) Don't miss the Zhen Guo Pagoda and Ren Shou Pagoda! The best spot for cherry blossoms is at the west gate, and it's recommended to wear light-colored clothes when taking photos with the red walls. . 📍Luojia Temple (Free | Open all day) The same sea Buddha kingdom as Li Xian! It's recommended to visit during high tide, and the orange sunset and golden temple will make you the star of your social media. . 📍Quanzhou Confucian Temple (Free | 9:00–17:00) The red of Southern Fujian is 100% photogenic! The Starbucks spot is perfect for photos of the past and present, and there are Nanyin performances every Saturday night. . 📍Tianhou Temple (Free | 7:00–18:00) The oldest existing Mazu temple! The colorful porcelain on the roof is stunning, and you can try the four-fruit soup at the nearby Bingzhengtang. . 📍Xunpu Mazu Temple (Free | Open all day) A photo spot for women with flower hairpins! It's recommended to go at 8:00 am to see the flower hairpins, and you can also visit the oyster shell houses. . 📍Zhenwu Temple (Free | 8:00–17:30) The "Little Wudang" is a wonder of the three religions! The stone steps at the mountain gate are very martial arts-like, and don't forget to touch the sea lion pillar in the middle of the mountain. - 💡Tips: ① It's recommended to take the CNY 2 white bus in the old town. ② Avoid wearing short skirts and shorts when visiting temples. ③ The worship process at Guanyue Temple is complicated, so you can ask the staff for help. -
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