[2025 Jianning Attraction] Travel Guide for EcologicalTourism Zone in Minjiangsource (Updated Oct)

🌊 Kinmen 3-Day Essential Travel Guide ✨ Highlights · Explore battlefield relics, experience the atmosphere of former frontlines, and witness historical changes · Stroll through Minnan ancient house settlements, experiencing architecture and lifestyle aesthetics rooted in Minnan culture · Island cycling tour, enjoy the magnificent coastal views and natural scenery of Kinmen · Taste authentic Kinmen cuisine, from snacks to banquets, and experience unique food culture 🧭 Basic Information Best travel season: Autumn (September to November) with cool weather and less rain, ideal for outdoor activities. Documents required: "Two certificates and one permit" — Taiwan Travel Permit (with endorsement) and Kinmen Entry Permit. Currently, Kinmen mainly allows free travel for residents with Fujian household registration or residence permits. 💰 Budget Breakdown Item Budget (RMB) Notes Round-trip ferry 310 Departing from Xiamen Wutong Pier, about 155 RMB per person each way Kinmen Entry Permit 120 Around 100-120 RMB Accommodation (2 nights) 400 Budget guesthouse, about 200 RMB per night Island transportation 200 Mainly electric scooter rental Meals 600 About 200 RMB per day, including specialty snacks and restaurants Attraction tickets 50 Most attractions are free; some charge, like Zhaishan Tunnel Shopping & souvenirs 320 Specialty products like Gongtang candy, noodles, etc. Emergency fund 500 For unexpected situations or extra experiences Total 3000 🗓️ 3-Day Itinerary Overview Here is the overall arrangement for the Kinmen 3-day trip to help you grasp the entire schedule intuitively: ```mermaid gantt title Kinmen 3-Day Trip Itinerary dateFormat HH:mm axisFormat %H:%M section Day 1: Historical and Cultural Exploration Depart Xiamen Wutong Pier :d1_1, 08:00, 30m Arrive Kinmen Shuitou Pier :d1_2, after d1_1, 30m Check-in :d1_3, after d1_2, 1h Tour Shuitou Ancient Houses :d1_4, after d1_3, 1h Lunch :d1_5, after d1_4, 1h Zhaishan Tunnel :d1_6, after d1_5, 1h Juguang Tower :d1_7, after d1_6, 1h Model Street :d1_8, after d1_7, 1h Dinner :d1_9, after d1_8, 1h section Day 2: Natural Scenery and Battlefield Relics Breakfast :d2_1, 08:00, 1h Mount Taiwu Hiking :d2_2, after d2_1, 2h Lunch :d2_3, after d2_2, 1h Shishan Artillery Position :d2_4, after d2_3, 1h Shanhou Folk Culture Village :d2_5, after d2_4, 2h Xinhu Fishing Port :d2_6, after d2_5, 1.5h Dinner in Jinhu Town :d2_7, after d2_6, 1.5h section Day 3: Folk Experience and Return Breakfast :d3_1, 08:00, 1h Wujiang Academy :d3_2, after d3_1, 1h Houpu 16 Arts & Culture Zone :d3_3, after d3_2, 1.5h Ever Rich Duty-Free Shop :d3_4, after d3_3, 1.5h Lunch :d3_5, after d3_4, 1h Souvenir Shopping :d3_6, after d3_5, 1h Return to Shuitou Pier :d3_7, after d3_6, 30m Ferry back to Xiamen :d3_8, after d3_7, 30m ``` 🗺️ Detailed Itinerary 🏮 Day 1: Historical and Cultural Exploration · Morning: Take a ferry from Xiamen Wutong Pier to Kinmen, about a 30-minute trip to Shuitou Pier. After arrival, check in at a guesthouse. It is recommended to stay near Jincheng Town for convenience and proximity to attractions. · Afternoon: Begin Kinmen’s historical exploration: · Shuitou Ancient Houses: Admire the Minnan settlement blending Chinese and Western architectural styles; the Deyue Tower is the landmark here. · Zhaishan Tunnel: Experience the impressive man-made battlefield tunnel and learn about Kinmen’s military history. The sea-view boardwalk on the other side is an excellent spot for sunset viewing. · Juguang Tower: As a landmark of Kinmen, climb the tower for panoramic sea views and deeper insight into Kinmen’s history and culture. · Evening: Head to Model Street to experience Kinmen’s nightlife. This street features a mix of Minnan, Nanyang, and Japanese architectural styles. Try the signature "M.Z.D Milk Tea" made with Kinmen sorghum liquor and enjoy dinner on the street. 🚴 Day 2: Natural Scenery and Battlefield Relics · Morning: Hike Mount Taiwu, the highest peak in Kinmen, for a full island view. The "Never Forget in Ju" stone carving halfway up is a classic photo spot. Along the trail, explore historical sites like Zheng Chenggong’s military inspection and chess-playing spots. · Afternoon: Continue exploring Kinmen’s battlefield relics and traditional villages: · Shishan Artillery Position: Visit Kinmen’s only tunnel-style howitzer position and learn about the hardships of tunnel excavation. · Shanhou Folk Culture Village: A settlement of 18 Minnan ancient houses preserving Qing Dynasty architectural style. Experience traditional wedding customs and handmade Gongtang candy, and don’t miss tasting Grandma Wang’s oyster omelet. · Xinhu Fishing Port: Featuring a red lighthouse and giant wave-dissipating blocks arranged in geometric patterns, this spot combines rustic fishing port charm with popular "industrial style" photo opportunities. · Evening: Enjoy a seafood dinner in Jinhu Town, savoring fresh Kinmen seafood. 🎎 Day 3: Folk Experience and Return · Morning: Final sightseeing in Jincheng Town: · Wujiang Academy: The only surviving ancient academy in Kinmen, offering insight into Kinmen’s cultural and educational history. · Houpu 16 Arts & Culture Zone: A cultural street area converted from traditional buildings, filled with creative shops and cafes, perfect for buying unique souvenirs. · Afternoon: Depending on your return ferry schedule, do last-minute shopping at Ever Rich Duty-Free Shop, then head to Shuitou Pier to take the ferry back to Xiamen. 💡 Practical Tips 1. Transportation: The most convenient way to get around the island is by renting an electric scooter, about 180 RMB for 24 hours. There are 12 battery swap stations across the island, making it very convenient. Without an international driver’s license, only electric scooters can be rented. 2. Money-saving tips: · Choose Jincheng Town as your accommodation base to reduce transportation costs due to concentrated attractions · Some attractions can be visited on foot or by bus · Try local snacks for authentic and budget-friendly meals 3. Essentials to bring: · Sunscreen and mosquito repellent: Kinmen has strong sunlight and many mosquitoes · New Taiwan Dollar cash: Although some shops accept WeChat and Alipay, cash is still needed for local dining and transportation · Comfortable shoes: Expect a lot of walking over three days 4. Internet: It is recommended to rent a mobile WiFi device at the pier, about 71 RMB for 3 days, sharable among multiple users. Though small, Kinmen is worth savoring in detail. This guide aims to let you experience Kinmen’s diverse facets within budget—from battlefield relics to Minnan culture, from natural scenery to authentic cuisine. We hope it leaves you with unforgettable memories. Have a great trip!

#AugustDestinations2025 The source of the Minjiang River quietly nurtures Fujian's mother river. Entering the ecological zone, I was greeted by lush greenery and the gentle flow of a stream, as if the earth's pulse beats here. The air here is fragrant with earth and grass, and every step feels like a deep breath in the embrace of nature. Small bridges, flowing water, and birdsong create a pristine and tranquil scene. Standing at the source, I couldn't help but feel awe. A trickle of water will eventually converge into a mighty river, nourishing thousands of miles of fertile land and countless families. That perseverance and sustainability are like the beginning of life: seemingly small, yet immeasurably powerful. This trip not only allowed me to witness the beginning of a mighty river, but also reminded me to be grateful and humble, to learn to draw strength from the source and move towards a brighter future.

📍Navigation: Minjiangyuan Ecotourism Scenic Area Jinrao Mountain is located in Jianning County, Sanming City, and is known as the first peak of Fujian Province. It is a niche attraction in Fujian. 🎟Buy a combo ticket (admission + cableway + cable car) 🚗Transportation: Take the scenic area shuttle bus. It takes about 40 minutes, then take the cable car for 30 minutes to the mountain, and then start climbing freely. The whole tour takes about 2–3 hours. ‼️It is recommended to travel light: backpack, sneakers, sunscreen in summer, down jacket in winter, water, and snacks (there are small shops in the scenic area)

Jinrao Mountain🏞️ is located in Jianning County, Sanming City, Fujian Province. It is the "ridge" of Fujian, with an altitude of 1,958 meters📈, and boasts stunning natural scenery and rich ecological resources.🌲🌼 🚩Hiking route plan • Starting point: Depart from Taining, and you can choose to take a bus🚌 or drive🚗 to Jinrao Mountain. • Route: Taining - Dabu Township - Raoshan Village - Jinrao Mountain. From Raoshan Village, there are two trails up the mountain, one is relatively gentle🛤️, and the other is more difficult, passing by a waterfall💧. Difficulty assessment The difficulty of climbing Jinrao Mountain is medium to high, I give it ★★★☆☆. But challenging yourself and conquering the peak is what we pursue, isn't it?🏆 🗒Equipment list • Head: Hat🧢, headlamp🔦, glasses👓, mask. • Upper body: Quick-drying clothes👕, mid-layer warm clothes🧥, windbreaker🧥, alpine down jacket🦺, gloves🧤. • Lower body: Quick-drying pants👖, down pants👖, windproof pants👖, wool socks🧦, snow gaiters. • Backpack: Summit pack🎒, duffel bag. • Accessories: Sleeping bag🛌, trekking poles🦯, compression bag, energy gel🍬. 🕗Time plan • Best season: Suitable for all seasons, but spring and autumn are the best hiking seasons due to the pleasant climate🌸🍂. • Itinerary: It is recommended to depart in the morning🌅 and return in the afternoon🌇, allowing a full day. 🚗Transportation information • Self-driving: After exiting the Jianning Expressway, navigate to "Jinrao Mountain Scenic Area or Minjiangyuan Ecotourism Area"🗺️. • High-speed train: Take a high-speed train to "Jianning County North Station" and then transfer to the tourist line directly to Jinrao Mountain, with a ticket price of CNY 5🚄. 💰Budget • Ticket: CNY 120 (including ticket, shuttle bus, and round-trip cable car)🎫. • Transportation fee: Depending on personal choice, estimated at CNY 50-200/person💸. • Dining fee: Depending on personal choice, estimated at CNY 50-200/person🍽️. • Others: Budget CNY 100-200/person for snacks, water, etc.🛍️. ⚠️Special reminder • Cable car maintenance: The last Monday of each month is the cable car maintenance day, and the scenic area is closed. Please don't make a wasted trip!🚫 Are you ready? Let's set off together to conquer Jinrao Mountain in Fujian and enjoy the magnificent natural scenery!🌄🌿🏞️

Jinrao Mountain, originally named Dalishan, also known as Taiyi Mountain Famous for its 'strange, precipitous, elegant, and secluded' features Located within the boundaries of Taining County and Jianning County in Fujian Province Known as 'the first peak of Fujian' The very source of the Min River, the mother river of Fujian A great destination for mountain climbing and sightseeing Watching the sunrise from the peak is a spectacular sight About transportation: 1. It takes 3 hours by high-speed train from Xiamen to Jianning North, then take the No. 7 bus outside the station to Jianning County, and then take a taxi to the scenic area 2. Take the scenic area shuttle bus for 30 minutes to reach the cable car station, the cable car takes about 20 minutes to reach the mid-mountain tunnel, walk through the 700-meter-long tunnel which is very cool inside! After exiting the tunnel, start hiking up the mountain, it takes about 1 hour to reach the Cloud-Top Coffee House. There is a small train from the coffee house to the wooden house accommodation, if the train is not operating it takes 20 minutes to walk to the wooden houses. 3. Book the wooden houses in advance, otherwise, you might not find a spot on weekends! About tickets: Ticket + scenic shuttle + round-trip cable car: 118 Scenic area entry time: (Summer Time) 7:30-14:30 Last scenic shuttle bus down the mountain at 19:00. (Winter Time) 8:00-13:30 Last scenic shuttle bus down the mountain at 18:00. Accommodated guests can enter the park 30 minutes after the latest time and the earliest scenic shuttle bus down the mountain the next day is at 10:30. Sky-high Cableway This dragon winding along the mountain ridges, sitting in the cable car, you can see the beautiful scenery of Jinrao Mountain! Secluded Plank Road This plank road hangs in the middle of the stone cliffs of the hundred-foot abyss, with cliffs cut open by axes above and the unfathomable abyss below. Millennium Stone Egg Cluster Jinrao Mountain has a unique feature, which is the many stone eggs on various mountain tops, some resembling turtle shells, some like turtle eggs, and others like whales or other sea creatures. Summit White Stone Top White Stone Top is the peak of Jinrao Mountain, standing here you can see the boundaries of 9 counties in Fujian and Jiangxi. Beautiful Fairy Pool The Fairy Pool is located on one side of White Stone Top, only a dozen meters lower than the main peak. What's peculiar is that there is a perennial pool on a huge rock, forming a two-meter-wide water pool that never dries up, no matter how cold or hot it is. Dragon Ridge Trail The Dragon Ridge Trail is the longest of the 'four trails' of Jinrao Mountain, with a total length of 5 kilometers Time Tunnel You can travel through the 770-meter time tunnel and the kilometer-long sky-high plank road for an adventure of exploration and seeking seclusion. Mountain Wooden Houses The wooden houses are located on the slope of White Stone Top at an altitude of 1780 meters, with 51 standard rooms, 2 villas, and 106 beds. It is the highest mountain wooden house in Fujian Province with NO.1 altitude, where you can count stars, watch the sunrise, view the sea of clouds, and enjoy different scenery throughout the four seasons. tips: The journey is long and requires mountain climbing The round trip takes about four and a half hours, it is recommended to carry a backpack Wear sports shoes for the trip

Known as the "No. 1 Peak in Fujian", it is famous for its "strange, unique, beautiful and secluded" features. The main peak, Baishiding, divides the mountain into two parts, the east and west. The east is mostly cliffs, while the west is mostly peaks. With an altitude of 1,858 meters, standing on the top of the mountain and looking out over the mountains, you will feel like you are looking down on all the other mountains. It is a national key scenic spot, the second batch of world geological parks, China Danxia World Natural Heritage Site, and a national 5A-level tourist attraction. It is also the source of the Minjiang River, the mother river of Fujian. It is wild, vast, dangerous, strange and high, and is a good place for mountaineering and sightseeing. 📝Note tips: Be sure to travel light, climb 1,600 meters above sea level, and reach the top of the mountain for 13 kilometers. Except for supplies, try not to bring anything you can.

Located in the northwestern part of Sanming City, Fujian Province, in the middle section of the Wuyi Mountains, it covers an area of 1716.34 square kilometers. It has a permanent population of 113,000 people. Mount Jinniu, with an elevation of 1858 meters, is a peak within Fujian territory and an important part of the World Geopark, featuring the Minjiang River Source National Nature Reserve and a National Forest Park; it ranks among the top ten counties (cities) in Fujian Province in terms of economic development. It is a national pilot unit for the quality improvement of farmers' cooperatives across the entire county. It has been awarded the title of the fourth batch of National Ecological Civilization Construction Demonstration Counties. In 2022, the gross regional product reached 16.115 billion yuan.

⓵Why is it called Jinbo Mountain? Golden Cymbal Mountain was originally named Taiyi Mountain. It got its name because the Minyue King Wu Zhuxiao was hunting here and lost one of the golden cymbals. The scenic spot is located in the southeast of Jianning County, Sanming City, Fujian Province, within the Minjiangyuan National Nature Reserve, and is called the Minjiangyuan Ecological Tourism Zone. The main peak, Baishiding, is 1,858 meters above sea level. It has the reputation of "the highest peak in the southeast of Xiuqi" and is also known as the "first peak in Fujian". ⓶Tour route (about 4.5 hours round trip) The gate of the scenic spot - the starting point of the cableway - the time and space tunnel - the Qingyun Trail - the volleying plank road - the summit of the main peak - the Immortal Pond - the descent. First, you need to transfer to the "Scenery Bus" at the "Visitor Service Center" (30 minutes) to go around the mountain to the "Start of the Cableway", then take the cable car over 2.6 kilometers (30 minutes) to the cableway station, and pass through a 770-meter-long " "Time and Space Tunnel", the mountain climbing has officially begun. Well, this section of the hiking trail is also called the "Qingyun Trail". The climbing time depends on individual circumstances, and it takes about 1 hour to reach the top. However, if you have enough time, it is recommended to take your time and experience the magnificent scenery along the way. The mountains at your feet are rolling. On a clear day, it will look like a Chinese ink painting slowly unfolding, majestic. (At the "Lingyunting" fork, you can go up the mountain on the right and down the mountain on the left) Next is the "Sky Sky Plank Road" with a protruding glass viewing platform in the middle, which is very suitable for checking in and taking pictures. Further up, you will pass three provincial-level cultural protection units - the Jinbo Mountain Building Complex: Dragon King Temple, Tutu Temple, and Wugu Temple. Finally, we climbed up the Yingzuiyan boulder and successfully reached the top. On the top of the main peak, the white stone, the "No. 1 Peak in Fujian" stone tablet came into view. ⓷Photo spots not to be missed Qingyun Trail, Skywalk Glass Bridge, Dragon King Temple, Wugu Temple, White Rock Summit, Immortal Pond, etc. ⓸Travel season It can be enjoyed at any time of the year. You can enjoy the rhododendrons in spring, the sea of ​​clouds in summer, the sunrise in autumn, and the rime in winter. <1> Tourists who want to see the sea of ​​clouds and sunrise can stay in the mountains or camp. <2> For the beautiful scenery of rime, you need to pay attention to local weather changes or consult the scenic spot in advance. If you catch a sunny day, you need to stay on the mountain in advance, because the rime on the top of the mountain will melt quickly very early. ⓹Accommodation conditions The mountain can accommodate more than 100 people. Those who want to see the sea of ​​clouds or rime must book in advance to avoid overcrowding and missing the best viewing time. ⓺Where to eat There is a farmhouse at the entrance of the scenic spot for dining. You can also search for nearby restaurants to taste local delicacies or bring your own dry food to ensure you have enough energy for climbing. ⓻Ticket information The ticket price is 120 yuan per person (ticket + scenic bus + two-way cableway). Remember to bring your "ID card" and pass the inspection before taking the cable car before you can enter. ⓼Entry time Daylight Saving Time | May 1 to October 7, 7:30~14:30 (the last bus down the mountain is at 19:00) Winter time｜October 8th to April 30th of the following year 8:00~13:30 (the last bus down the mountain is at 18:00) ⓽Transportation Guide Self-driving｜Navigate to "Minjiangyuan Ecological Tourism Area", exit the expressway at "Jianning Toll Station", follow the navigation for 13 kilometers, and arrive at the scenic spot in about 20 minutes; EMU｜Take the bus to "Jianning County North Station" and then transfer to the scenic spot bus directly to Jinbo Mountain. It departs at 11:00 and the fare is 5 yuan. You can also take a taxi or carpool, which costs about 30 yuan. ⓾Notes (very important) In order to ensure the safe operation of the ropeway, the scenic spot stipulates that the last Monday of each month is the ropeway maintenance day. The park does not accept tourists, so please do not leave!