Exploring Quanzhou｜Three-Day In-Depth Tour! Red Brick Ancient Houses + Maritime Buddhist Kingdom Beyond Stunning Shots

📍 West Street The soul of Quanzhou’s old town! Clock Tower is a must-visit A hub for food and cultural creativity, enjoy delicious bites while strolling 🚌 Transportation: Take the bus to Clock Tower Station 📍 Kaiyuan Temple The red walls and flying eaves are amazing｜East and West Twin Pagodas are temple treasures A perfect spot for ancient-style photos, every shot looks like a masterpiece ⏰ Opening hours: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM ✨ Hidden photo spots: 1. Side door red wall of the main hall (amazing light and shadow) 2. Upward shot of East and West Pagodas (stunning against the blue sky) 📍 Confucian Temple A living fossil of Minnan architecture｜Worth a short stop Don’t miss it when passing by! The exquisite carvings are mesmerizing 🚶 Within walking distance, near West Street 🌇 West Lake Park Quanzhou’s Little West Lake｜Beautiful at sunset A local favorite for leisurely walks, the waterfront boardwalk is great for photos 📸 Recommended shooting time: 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM 🏯 Luojia Temple (Highly recommended!!) The maritime Buddhist kingdom is breathtaking｜Be sure to wait for sunset Golden sunlight like gold foil shines on the temple, creating a sacred atmosphere 🚗 Recommended to charter a car or drive yourself (about 1 hour) 🌊 Golden Coast Guanyin Statue + blue sea and sky = soul cleansing Not as blue as the Maldives, but the vibe is perfect ⏰ Best time: High tide (check tide schedule in advance) 🍜 Must-try list: • Tusun jelly (old brand on West Street) • Ginger duck (very popular near Confucian Temple) • Oyster omelette (Golden Coast food stalls) ⚠️ Tips to avoid pitfalls: 1. Hard to get a taxi back from Luojia Temple, keep the driver’s phone number 2. Strong wind at Hongtawan! Wear a hat + sunscreen 3. For Xiao Weihai navigation, search "Xiao Niu Nail Salon"