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It is a World Heritage island❗️So beautiful that words fail me📸Gulangyu Island is worth visiting… When you come to Xiamen, how can you not visit Gulangyu Island? Encounter a collection of international buildings spanning centuries Listen to the wind and watch the sea on a romantic and healing world heritage coastal island 🚢How to get to the island WeChat search: Xiamen Ferry, select Cruise Center, Xiagu Wharf to Sanqiutian Wharf, a route that tourists must choose to visit Gulangyu Island Ticket fee It is recommended to buy tickets 3 days in advance during holidays. Choose your departure time and allow 30 minutes for queuing and security checks. The departure time will be a few minutes earlier, so don't miss it. The cheapest ticket is 35 yuan, and the return ticket is free. You need to bring your ID card. If you like taking pictures, it is recommended to take the second floor directly. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Best photo spots: Photo spot ①: The most beautiful corner, the "internet famous corner" where the Taiwanese drama "Corner With Love" was filmed Photo spot ②: Jay Chou's Sunny Day Wall: A must-visit place for couples or Jay Chou fans. Photo spot ③: Gangzai Back Beach, enjoy leisure time playing in the water and sand barefoot. Enjoy the scenery and take photos all the way, facing the sea, stepping on the sand and waves. Photo spot ④: Longtou Road Snack Street, you can find Lin's Fish Balls, Shen's Rice Rolls, Jay Chou's Spicy Duck, Oyster Omelets, etc. on this street. Here you can freely stroll and eat local snacks and other delicacies Photo spot ⑤: Lin Yutang's Former Residence, the home of Lin Yutang's wife, Liao Cuifeng. It is one of the oldest villas on Gulangyu Island, with a history of more than 150 years. This is where Academician Zhong Nanshan once lived. Photo spot ⑥: Catholic Church, a place for prayer and covenant. This is a community of faith and love. Look for traces of God in every bit of life Photo spot ⑦: Union Church, a holy place for wedding photos. In the mid-19th century, it was an international church. It is the earliest church on Gulangyu Island. It is also a popular spot for couples and friends. ⚠️Must-visit attractions on Gulangyu Island 📍Sunlight Rock: The highest point of Gulangyu Island overlooking Xiamen 📍Shuzhuang Garden: A Suzhou-style garden integrating mountains, sea, and lakes 📍Haoyue Garden: Landmark building 📍Organ Art Center: Free admission 🆓 Asia's largest century-old organ 📍Dader Bathing Beach: Free admission 🆓 A beautiful beach with few people 📍The Most Beautiful Corner: A movie location, great for taking photos (you need to queue when it's crowded) 📍Underwater World: A must-visit for families with children. The colorful underwater world will broaden the horizons of your little ones👶🏻, making the trip worthwhile. About food! 🍜Sand Tea Noodles: Rich sand tea sauce paired with various seafood and meats, delicious and nutritious | Time-honored Sand Tea Noodle Shop (taste authentic Xiamen Sand Tea Noodles) 🍤Peanut Worms Jelly: Seemingly strange ingredients, but with a smooth texture and refreshing taste | Street food stalls (try this unique Xiamen snack) 🍢Roasted Pork Zongzi: Fragrant glutinous rice zongzi wrapped with tender roasted pork, rich in taste | Traditional Roasted Pork Zongzi Shop (taste authentic Xiamen Roasted Pork Zongzi) 🍧Oyster Omelet: Crispy oysters paired with delicious eggs and chopped green onions, a favorite of Xiamen people | Night market food stalls (experience Xiamen's night market culture) IV. Special Activities 🚶‍♂️ Stroll through the old streets: The old streets of Gulangyu Island are full of historical traces. Stroll through them and feel the passage of time and the precipitation of culture, as if you can hear the echoes of history.🏡 🏖️ Beach Leisure: On the beach of Gulangyu Island, you can relax and enjoy the caress of the sun and sea breeze. This is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the gifts of nature.🌞 🧡【Tips】 Since walking is the main mode of transportation on the island, comfortable shoes are recommended. In addition, some areas on the island may have poor signal, so it is recommended to download maps or travel guides in advance. 🌟Finally, don't forget to try the local seafood snacks, they are an indispensable taste experience for your trip.
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Posted: Feb 26, 2025
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