[2024 Fuzhou Attraction] Travel Guide for Shang Xia Hang (Updated Sep)

Fuzhou | More than just Sanfang Qixiang! 3 Days 2 Nights Guide (For the Physically Fragile)

Warm Reminder: This guide averages 15,000 steps per day, exclusively for those with a weaker constitution. - 🟡Transport🚄: High-speed train Hangzhou East Station➡Fuzhou Station (Fuzhou South Station is far from the city center, not considered) - 🟡Accommodation🏨: West Lake Hotel ✅Great location Right below is the West Lake Park, 10 minutes by car from Sanfang Qixiang, 20 minutes by car from Fuzhou Station ✅Excellent service There was a concierge guy, handsome and enthusiastic. He even showed me his name tag, hoping I would praise him on some travel platform... but... I forgot about it as soon as I turned around... sorry - 🟡Itinerary Day 1: Former Site of Hua Nan Women's College➡Yantai Mountain➡Jiefang Bridge Day 2: Zuohai Park/West Lake Park➡Sanfang Qixiang➡Guxi Road Day 3: Shangxia Hang➡Tianxia Diyi Fu Street➡Youth Plaza - 🟡Food 1. Broken Shop: Order anything, no bad choices 2. Bing Furen: Must try the taro pie, crispy crust, just like me (not really 3. Deaf Uncle: Taro is a must-try again (Didn't have time to go to another place, No Teeth Uncle's, but I believe choosing either one should be about the same)

Fuzhou Three-Day Travel Guide

Fuzhou Three-Day Tour Guide Come to Fuzhou, the land of fortune, and be a person blessed with good fortune. Fuzhou is really a great place for strolling and eating, and here comes the itinerary for a three-day tour, which you can follow directly~ 📇Itinerary D1⃣ Sanfang Qixiang➡Pandu Church➡Yantai Mountain Commercial District➡Shangxiahang Sanfang Qixiang: More than 200 Ming and Qing dynasty buildings are preserved here, with over 400 celebrities having resided here, encapsulating the history of Fuzhou. The popular 'Love Tree'❤ is located on Nanhou Street in Sanfang Qixiang, remember to take photos~ Pandu Church: The largest Catholic church in Fujian, with Gothic-style architecture, still maintains worship services, no tickets required and no reservation needed Yantai Mountain: Gathers various Western-style buildings, and after commercial development, it has integrated many artistic elements and trendy entrepreneurial shops, making it very photogenic Shangxiahang: The birthplace of the 'Fujian Merchant Spirit', with various Chinese and Western clubs standing in great numbers D2⃣ Pingtan Island North Line Xianrenjing➡Beigang Village➡The Most Beautiful Island Ring Road➡Changjiang'ao (Windmill Fields)➡Northern Bay 👉For specific details, see the main page for the Pingtan Island guide D3⃣ Fisherman's Island➡Qidacun ➡Fuzhou Trail Fisherman's Island: The necessary route to Qidacun, with rainbow embankments, blue walkways, and cartoon murals waiting for you to check in Qidacun-Flag Peak: Climb to the top of Flag Peak, overlook the colorful fishing village, and experience the 'Fuzhou version of Rio de Janeiro' Fuzhou Trail: The forest walkway in the sky, you must walk the Fuzhou Trail when you come to Fuzhou, and you can also overlook Fuzhou 👉For specific details, see the main page for the Qidacun guide 🍝Cuisine Tongli Rouyan, Mayeba Peanut Soup and Taro Paste, Yonghe Fish Balls, Houjie Laohua, Tangmo Tea Xi, Rice Noodle Rolls, Oyster Pancake 📃Tips 🔶Pingtan Island is the city with the highest frequency of blue tears in China, with the peak season from April to June, generally starting after 7 pm, and most often occurring in the early morning. Locations where blue tears appear: Changjiang'ao, Jingsha, Longwangtou, Dongmeicun, Tannan Bay, etc. You can follow the 'Changyou Pingtan' mini program or 'Pingtan Blue Tears' gzh to check the forecast in advance. However, chasing blue tears is still a matter of luck, and I hope everyone gets their wish~ 🔶The attractions in Pingtan are quite far apart, so it's more convenient to drive. Be sure to pay attention to the weather when you come to Pingtan Island, as it's only beautiful on sunny days~ 🔶To reach the top of Qidacun Flag Peak, you can choose to walk up the mountain or start climbing. Walking up the mountain requires climbing 1800 steps from Qidacun; we drove up the mountain, navigated to Baiyun Temple, and tried to park the car as high as possible to save a lot of walking. 🔶For the Fuzhou Trail, it is recommended to enter from entrance 3 and exit from entrance 5. If you don't want to take the roundabout path, you can also go directly up the stairs to the top, which looks very nice when the lights are on at night.

The upcoming Fuzhou can be called the ceiling of domestic travel

Fuzhou is definitely the most stunning city on my travel journey! It's a dual paradise for photographers and foodies! 🍃 It's very suitable for city walks, and the slow pace of life is really comfortable~ You can finish touring the Fuzhou city area in just one day I've summarized a good one-day tour route that's great for strolling and taking photos~ I suggest you bookmark it 🐎 now~ ✅ One-day tour route: Xichan Ancient Temple → Sanfang Qixiang → Fuzhou Street → Youth Plaza → Yantai Mountain - 🔶 Xichan Ancient Temple: With a history of over 1000 years, the Mahavira Hall inside is very spectacular, with six floors. The most shocking is the Arhat Hall, which has 500 Arhats 🔶 Sanfang Qixiang: Known as 'half of the modern history of China,' all kinds of surprises are hidden in the alleys, it's really worth wandering slowly, remember to take a photo at the exploding 🔥 heart-shaped tree! 🔶 Fuzhou Street: There's a 'I ❤️ Fuzhou' check-in spot, and many other popular photo spots, it's one of the must-photograph locations in Fuzhou~ Take a few pictures and you can head to the next stop~ 🔶 Youth Plaza: Opposite Fuzhou Street is Youth Plaza, where there is a viewing platform to overlook Yantai Mountain and Zhongzhou Island. Using Zhongzhou Island as a background, the photos really look like they're taken abroad! 🔶 Yantai Mountain: Yantai Mountain is the artistic real estate of Fuzhou, with many interesting handicraft shops, and when you're tired, you can find a coffee shop ☕️ to take a break ✈️ Transportation: Taking the high-speed train to Fuzhou South Station is more convenient, there is a subway right out of the station, and it's about 20min by taxi to the city center 🍔 Food: Lychee meat, salt and pepper electric fish, scallion oil bone marrow, sour and spicy pig skin soup, stir-fried crispy double crunch, etc., delicious without stepping on landmines! 🏨 Accommodation: It's recommended to stay near Sanfang Qixiang or Shangxia Hang, not only is the transportation convenient and close to any scenic spot, but there is also a lot of delicious food~

Shanghang Road and Xiahang Road in Taijiang and its nearby neighborhoods are commonly known as “Shuanghang”. It refers to two parallel horizontal streets from Xiaoqiaotou to Damiao Road. It was the commercial center and shipping dock of Fuzhou in the early years. "Hang" was originally derived from the "air" sound, which is the meaning of the pier. It has been the place where the tides have gathered since ancient times. There is a historical process of geographical change. In ancient times, the rivers bypassed the temples, and the upper and lower hangs were the mouths of the Jinkou. The star shifts and the hydrological changes. The original waterfront pier has gradually become the hinterland of riverside business and life with the increasing impact of land. Although Shanghang Street is slightly worn out compared with other places in Fuzhou, the people living here are so comfortable, I don’t feel that this is an old street surrounded by noisy cities around as if they still live in their own circles. Although this circle is fragile, it may not exist if it is not protected, but only one day, they will live in peace and harmony.

Fu Zhou, a city of leisure.

📍Fu Zhou, a city of leisure, 3-day itinerary There are not many people in Fuzhou these days. The weather is not too hot. The sun is basically gone in the afternoon. I think it's a great time to visit! Day 1: Fuzhou Museum - West Lake Park - Jiang Ji Day 2: Sanfang Qixiang - Xichan Temple - Fudao Day 3: Shangxia Hang - Love Island - Drum Mountain - Yantai Mountain Many of the photo spots are from previous travel diaries. I love them!

Fuzhou city walk

Fuzhou💖city walk 📸Play and Check-in Spots Sanfang Qixiang: A must-visit spot, the main commercial street, walk into the alleys on both sides to experience different atmospheres Shangxiahang: If you are short on time, you can skip it, it is a newly built place with ancient style Yantaishan: There are many coffee shops and small eateries, you can stroll and eat, the overall area is not large Youth Square: Just a short walk from Shangxiahang, it feels very similar to Minyuan Stadium in Tianjin ☕️Afternoon Tea Recommendation: ITEAMO mix (Dongbai Store), 10th floor of Dongbai, you can overlook Sanfang Qixiang, the jasmine tea flavor is nothing special, but the cake is delicious😋 🍽️Min Cuisine Recommendation: Minhe Nan (Wanda Plaza Store), highly recommended❗️❗️❗️I personally love Quanzhou cuisine, and even in Fuzhou, I still want to eat runbing, this restaurant has great taste, and the peanut soup is excellent👍

Come to Fuzhou to find the imagined Jiangnan

The misty rain gently brushes Fuzhou City, and the dream of Jiangnan in ink has deepened.🏞️ Enter the embrace of Gushan, where Yongquan Temple hides in the mist. Unlock the gate to the fairyland with a 40 yuan ticket, the lake in the Biwo Pond, the misty rain adds poetic charm, a dream of a thousand years.🏮 Shangxiahang, with its ancient charm, where the stream and light boats drift, free to shuttle through the alleys of time. A 25-minute boat trip, 98 yuan for five people to share, leisurely forgetting the hustle and bustle.🛶 Zhishan Spring and Autumn Garden, where the whispers of history gently echo in your ears, free admission, the fairy spirit lingers under the sunset, every frame is the gentleness of time.🌅 By the Liuhua Creek, ancient trees of a thousand years tell stories of the past, free to listen to the song of nature, boating on it, another flavor awaits you to savor.🌳 By the Minjiang River, Jinshan Temple stands alone, a 6 yuan boat ticket takes you through to a dreamy night like Hongya Cave, where the lights are dim, the ancient temple appears more mysterious.🏰 In Linyang Temple, a plum blossom feast in January and February, free admission, the faint fragrance floats, the whole garden is full of spring colors, intoxicating.🌸 Outside Xichan Temple, green leaves and red walls paint the colors of spring, the spring breeze for ten miles is not as good as you, a 20 yuan ticket hides deep Zen, every breath is the taste of spring.🍃 Sanfang Qixiang, the fireworks of Fuzhou, free to stroll on the stone road, the vows under the love tree, the gentleness of jasmine wreaths, the stories in the alleys, the temptation of traditional snacks, this is the heartbeat and soul of Fuzhou.🏮🍜 Yunshuijian Homestay, hidden in the secret realm of Shoushan Township, drive there, the black awning boat gently sways, the lake and mountains freeze your Jiangnan dream. version of Jiangnan water town Fuzhou, a Jiangnan dream hidden in a modern city, start your exclusive ink journey!🔍🎒

This is the Jiangnan water town version of Fuzhou

In the misty rain, Fuzhou quietly transforms into an ink dream of Jiangnan, with every corner exuding an elegant and gentle atmosphere.🖌️ Climbing to the top of Gushan, Yongquan Temple quietly awaits there. The 40 yuan ticket is like a key to travel through a thousand years, leading you into a fairyland. The green waves in the pond gently ripple, intertwined with misty rain, as if the whole world is immersed in this flowing Jiangnan painting.🏞️ Walking into Shangxiahang, the ancient streets and alleys have streams trickling and small boats gently floating. No ticket is needed to appreciate the leisurely charm of Jiangnan water town. For just 98 yuan, you can take a boat ride and spend 25 minutes of pleasant time with friends, letting your soul be completely released in this tranquility.🛶 Zhishan Spring and Autumn Park, a cultural park full of historical charm, is open to the public for free. Strolling in the park, as the sun sets, the fairy spirit lingers, making it seem like you have entered an extraordinary fairyland, making people linger and forget to leave.🌅 By the Liuhua Creek, a thousand-year-old tree stands majestically, witnessing the passage and changes of time. By the creek, you can choose to row a boat to feel the unique charm of Jiangnan water town, or quietly sit under the tree, listening to the whispers of the wind and the singing of the water.🌳 By the Min River, Jinshan Temple stands lonely and mysterious. A 6 yuan boat ticket takes you to experience its isolated independence up close. At dusk, Jinshan Temple looks more solemn and sacred under the illumination of lights, similar to Hongya Cave, making people intoxicated.🏰 In Linyang Temple, plum blossoms bloom, filling the air with fragrance. No ticket is needed to immerse yourself in this sea of plum blossoms and feel the freshness and elegance. Fuzhou in January and February is even more charming because of the plum blossoms.🌸 Outside Xichan Temple, green leaves and red walls complement each other. The spring breeze brings the breath of spring and the vitality of life. Although it requires a 20 yuan ticket to enter the temple, the tranquility and Zen cannot be measured by money.🍃 Sanfang Qixiang, the bustling long alley of Fuzhou, gathers the smoke and fire of the world and historical culture. It is open to the public for free. You can stroll on the stone-paved road, admire the ancient architecture, and appreciate the charm of traditional culture; you can also taste authentic Fuzhou snacks and feel the strong local atmosphere.🏮🍜 In the Yunshuijian Homestay in Shoushan Township, you can experience a different kind of Jiangnan water town life. After driving to the homestay, you can take a black awning boat to roam the lake or sit by the lake to enjoy tea and the scenery, enjoying a leisurely time.🏡 The Jiangnan style of Fuzhou is far more than this. There are more unknown secrets waiting for you to explore and discover. Let's walk into the Jiangnan water town of Fuzhou together and feel its unique charm and allure!🎒🚗

Personal Advice: Don't miss Shangxiahang when traveling to Fuzhou

As a native Fuzhou resident, I can responsibly tell you: Shangxiahang is definitely an underrated treasure! If you plan to travel to Fuzhou, besides the bustling Sanfang Qixiang, there's another place full of Jiangnan charm—Shangxiahang, worth exploring! 🌞 But remember, Shangxiahang can be stuffy and hot from July to September, so try to avoid visiting and taking photos between 11 AM and 4 PM to prevent heatstroke and ensure better photo quality. 📸 Here are some must-visit spots: Santong Bridge: The most popular spot in Shangxiahang, rich in Jiangnan atmosphere, especially charming when boats pass by. Shangxiahang Plaque: Antique and quaint, located right next to Santong Bridge, convenient for a combined visit. Riverside Arch Bridge: A must-photograph spot for photographers, with a nearby mist effect, making for great photos. Fujian Teahouse: A cup of cold brew tea in summer lets you enjoy the town's beauty while resting. Guangyuyuan Cultural Museum: Less crowded and beautiful, with a rich collection of artifacts to appreciate. 👘 If you want to try ancient-style photoshoots, Shangxiahang has many costume rental shops with reasonable prices and various styles, allowing you to easily transform into a Jiangnan lady. 🚕 As for transportation, Shangxiahang is a bit far from the subway station, so it's recommended to take a taxi directly to Santong Bridge or a costume rental shop, and visit the recommended spots in order. 🌿 Although Shangxiahang is not as bustling as Sanfang Qixiang, it has fewer people and more scenic spots, making it more comfortable for photography. If you like quiet and picturesque places, this is definitely your best choice. Of course, if you're short on time and want an all-in-one experience of eating, drinking, playing, and photographing, Sanfang Qixiang might be more suitable for you. But no matter what, Fuzhou always has a place that will leave you with beautiful memories.

Fuzhou City One-Day Tour: City Walk Experience of Unique Culture

Fuzhou's tourism has developed significantly in recent years, with Shangxiahang and Yantaishan being notable examples. This city walk route connects these two places, covering many points of interest and is perfect for exploring the unique culture of the area. The route is: Shangxiahang Historical and Cultural District ➡ Zhongping Road ➡ Youth Square ➡ Liberation Bridge ➡ Yantaishan District ✅ Shangxiahang is a district connected by the Sanjie River, with many unique shops on both sides of the river, giving it the charm of a Jiangnan water town. ✅ Zhongping Road is an old road in Fuzhou with a long history and the famous Zhongping Hostel. ✅ Youth Square has large lawns and unique Minnan red brick buildings. It also offers a great view of Yantaishan across the river. ✅ Liberation Bridge is a beautiful bridge connecting both sides of the river. ✅ Yantaishan is my favorite place in Fuzhou on this trip. It is artistic, romantic, and unique, with many small shops of various styles. - 🚇 Transportation Guide: Take Metro Line 1 and get off at "Dadao Station" Exit C to reach Shangxiahang and start your one-day tour from there. 💰 Ticket Price: 🆓, the attractions along the route are free of charge. 🕐 Opening Hours: Most places are open all day, but be mindful of the closing times of some popular shops.

Fuzhou Shangxiahang, a poetic and picturesque historical district

Besides Sanfang Qixiang, where else in Fuzhou has a classical flavor? I think the answer must be Shangxiahang located in Taijiang District. Shangxiahang to Fuzhou is like Qinghefang to Hangzhou. The style of this district is somewhat similar to Sanfang Qixiang, but with the embellishment of small rivers, it adds a bit more of the poetic and picturesque charm of water towns, reminiscent of the Jiangnan described by literati. This is a district full of historical sense, with ancient-style buildings on both sides, and various temples and guild halls distributed by the bridges. In the late Qing Dynasty, Fuzhou became one of the five treaty ports, and Shangxiahang was a distribution center for dozens of industries such as tea, shipping, silk, and medicinal materials, witnessing the prosperity of Fuzhou's commerce and the development of the city. Strolling through Shangxiahang, you can still feel the elegance of more than 100 years ago. It is known as the "Fuzhou Traditional Commercial Museum," inheriting the "Min Merchants Spirit" for generations. The district is filled with cultural heritage sites and traditional style buildings, suitable for friends who like quiet places to slowly wander and take photos. Recommended check-in points: Santong Bridge, the temple of Chen Wenlong, the "Zhenhai King" conferred by the emperor, Zhang Zhenjun Ancestral Hall, Gutian Guild Hall, Yongde Guild Hall, Nanjun Guild Hall, etc. Tickets: Free Suggested visiting time: Two hours to half a day

Minshang Cultural Tour

Upon arriving in Fuzhou, I realized that this place is far more than just the Three Lanes and Seven Alleys. Shangxiahang is a place I had never heard of before. Shangxiahang mainly consists of Shanghang Road and Xiahang Road, as well as some streets and alleys connected to them. Due to historical changes, the buildings on the streets have long lost their original functions. Nowadays, the old buildings in Shangxiahang have been integrated with modern urban concepts during renovations, gaining new life and becoming a new landmark in Fuzhou City.

Fuzhou Shangxiahang (3)

At the entrance of the Shangxiahang Historical and Cultural District near the Santong Bridge, there is a Shangshu Temple, a shrine built to commemorate the Southern Song Dynasty's anti-Yuan general Chen Wenlong. There are five such temples in Fuzhou, and this one is the most magnificent and exquisitely built. In front of the Shangshu Temple, there is a lychee tree, lush with branches and leaves and bearing abundant fruit, indicating its age. The former residence of Huang Peisong, the last martial arts champion from Fujian in the Qing Dynasty, is now the Fuzhou Art Museum. When I visited, it was hosting the 'Ink and Brush Wonderland' Chinese painting exhibition by the famous painter Mr. Zhao Shengli.

Fuzhou Diary

Fuzhou Diary🌳 ✨DAY1 (Photo/Walk/Shop): Fuzhou Station🚄 Check-in Hotel🏨 Yantai Mountain⛰️ Guangming Night Market ✨DAY2 (Eat Eat Eat): Shangxiahang🚶 Nanyuan Road🚖 Sanfang Qixiang🚇 Fuzhou Station 🏨 I stayed at Nanxing Hotel, clean, affordable, good view, convenient transportation. Right opposite Yantai Mountain, 2km walk, Yantai Mountain is not a mountain, it is a pedestrian street area designed like a⛰️, very large 2⃣️ Shangxiahang/Nanyuan Road: 💗 Deaf Uncle (Must eat: Yuanxiao/Peanut Soup/Taro Paste🥜) 💗 Lun Gong No.1 Fried Bun 💗 Binde Bridge Shi Guo Shop (Just eat it!) 💗 Fan Bingbing·Ice Rice (Milk Tea Base + Glutinous Rice! Eat it!) 3⃣️ Sanfang Qixiang: 🥤 Red Bottle (You must drink local milk tea when you come! Recommended: Pao Mo 3/10 Sweet) 🥤 Hu Jian (Local milk tea! It's okay, just try it) 4⃣️ Yantai Mountain: Commercial pedestrian street, so things (small quantity·high appearance·high price·average taste) but the decoration style of each store is great👍 Perfect for: taking photos, enjoying the evening breeze, listening to street singers, strolling the city, relaxing the mind, super cool. Unknowingly, it was already 23:00 when I returned to the hotel.

Fuzhou 'Jiangnan Water Town' | A Journey of Ancient Charm||

| A Journey of Ancient Charm||.🌈Fuzhou Shangxiahang, this place carries the memories and charm of old Fuzhou. 🌆Walking on the bluestone road, it feels like traveling back in time. The ancient buildings and mottled walls all tell stories of the past. 🎑The shops along the river are dazzling, with traditional Fuzhou snack shops emitting enticing aromas that make your mouth water😋; there are also literary shops filled with exquisite handicrafts that are hard to put down. ✨Shangxiahang at night has a unique charm, with lights on, creating a dreamy and magical atmosphere. 📸This place is perfect for taking photos, every shot is picturesque. 💕When you come to Fuzhou, you must visit Shangxiahang to feel this unique historical charm and the vibrant atmosphere of life.

Fuzhou is not only famous for its Three Lanes and Seven Alleys, but also for the less crowded and picturesque Shangxia Hang

Deep in the bones of people from the south, the misty rain of the water towns in the Jiangnan area is etched into their souls: white walls, black tiles, small bridges, flowing water, bluestone slabs, and the atmosphere of ink wash paintings that hits you in the face. Such water towns have haunted my dreams many times... And Fuzhou has such a place, with few people and beautiful scenery, even the faint jasmine fragrance of the milk tea in my hand tells of the beauty of the Jiangnan water towns... "To be infatuated with a place for a lifetime, without dreaming of Jiangnan," I have thought of many introductions to Fuzhou, but none are as good as visiting it in person: Sitting in a Chinese-style boat, gazing at the Min-style architecture scattered along the banks, listening to the cicadas singing in the trees, drinking milk tea... as if time slows down, an afternoon trip to Shangxia Hang, I have organized the following must-visit spots for everyone: ⛩️: Shangxia Hang 🎫: Free 🈺️: Open all day (I went to take photos at 11:00 noon, it's beautiful when it's cloudy, and the fewer people there are, the better the photos will be, and it won't be crowded!) 📷 Must-visit spots: 1⃣️ Santong Bridge (You can take photos of people walking in the middle of the bridge, or leaning on the bridge, with the high bridge of Min-style architecture in the background, which feels very cinematic, or you can take a boat and pass under the bridge piers, as if you are in a landscape painting) 2⃣️ Rowing (The Chinese-style boat that you can steer yourself, you can take it along the moat and have an unobstructed view of the buildings on both banks) 3⃣️ Dazhong Tea House (Stealing half a day of leisure, sitting under the tree and drinking jasmine tea, with the local Chinese-style tea snacks, is very comfortable) 4⃣️ Yongde Guild Hall (There are various porcelain exhibitions and artworks inside, you can go and see if you have time, and the architecture around the guild hall is also very beautiful) 5⃣️ Xing'an Bridge (Take photos from the side, you can capture the ancestral hall of Zhang Zhenjun) 6⃣️ Defa Jingguo Line (The most beautiful architecture, wearing new Chinese-style clothes will look very good) "Jiangnan is good, the scenery of the old days is familiar," even in the center of the city with towering buildings, there is such a place that is half mundane and half poetic... As the lights of the surrounding streets light up one by one, the old-fashioned rickshaws slowly pass by my eyes, swallows flock home, and young people dressed in new Chinese-style clothes appear in groups, I know, another aspect of Shangxia Hang is about to emerge, with greater expectations for it, I take a sip of the milk tea in my hand and walk into the night of Jiangnan...

Fuzhou Shangxiahang Historical and Cultural District

The Shanghang Road and Xiahang Road in Taijiang District of Fuzhou City, along with their nearby streets, are commonly known as "Shuanghang". It refers to the two parallel cross streets between Xiaohuotou and Damaio Road, which were the commercial center and shipping docks of Fuzhou in the early years. In ancient times, the Min River flowed around Damaio Mountain, and Shangxiahang was the port at the mouth of the upper and lower shipping routes. This ancient district, once famous for its commercial prosperity, has always been an important place for folk customs and historians to study the development of Fuzhou's commerce. The Shangxiahang district in Fuzhou has been designated by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism as one of the first batch of national-level cultural and tourism consumption clusters for nighttime.

Fuzhou knows romance!

Fujian Zhangzhou Quanzhou Fuzhou Eight-Day Tour Ninth Stop: Shangxia Hang of Fuzhou. A must-visit spot in Fuzhou, it's not as crowded as Sanfang Qixiang, making it ideal for a leisurely stroll. There are plenty of photo opportunities, and one can imagine how Shangxia Hang, once the commercial and shipping hub of Fuzhou, was bustling and prosperous. These photos were all taken in Shang Hang, where I originally thought one side of the river was Shang Hang and the other was Xia Hang . It wasn't until the next day when I wandered over from Yantai Mountain that I accidentally discovered the parallel street that is actually Xia Hang. Personally, I think the Shangxia Hang scenic area is quite nice

This is the most 'Jiangnan' place in Fuzhou, and it's so beautiful to wander around at this time~

I've always felt that Fuzhou, the treasure capital between the mountains and the sea, not only has the elegance of an ancient city but also the romance of a coastal city. It was not until I visited Shangxia Hang that I discovered its 'Little Jiangnan' side. The relaxed nature of Fuzhou people is fully embodied here. Walking along the riverbanks of Shangxia Hang, you are shaded by lush banyan trees overhead and tread upon quaint and elegant stone bridges underfoot. Small boats creak and squeak as they pass under the bridge arches, while along the riverbanks are tea pavilions, palm-leaf fans, and jasmine tea. This place is a commercial street, but not entirely so. Teahouses, cafes, and niche museums are scattered like pearls along both banks of the river embankment, with all kinds of delicious snacks and Fuzhou delicacies tucked in between, including peanut soup, taro paste, meat swallows, glutinous rice, small tangyuan, and old Fuzhou (restaurant). The sticky life in Fuzhou is really too wonderful~ I highly recommend visiting Shangxia Hang in the evening. Take advantage of the daylight to explore the niche museums and enjoy the food. When the sunset blue hour arrives and the lights come on, it's a whole new surprise and experience. Playing with two different feelings of Shangxia Hang in one go, this trip is definitely a win~

Shangxia Hang, the pitfalls I've stepped on, let's not repeat them!

Due to the tight schedule, I only stayed in Fuzhou for half a day, but it felt like two days' worth of fun! Itinerary: Sanfang Qixiang➡️Yantai Mountain➡️Shangxia Hang➡️Diyi Fuzhou Street➡️Jiefang Bridge (Youth Square) 📍Sanfang Qixiang: Check in at the Love Tree🌲, order Tang Mo Tea Xi in advance, and enjoy the stroll! 📍Yantai Mountain: Take the subway line 1 from Sanfang Qixiang, 4 stops straight to Yantai Mountain Park; Yantai Mountain commercial street is really lovely, perfect for a city walk 📍Shangxia Hang: Take the bus from Yantai Mountain to Shangxia Hang, the exterior is under renovation, and since I was really too tired to walk, I just sat outside and rested for a while, just to say I've been there 📍Diyi Fuzhou Street & Youth Square (Jiefang Bridge): Finally, walk to Fuzhou Street, then cross the overpass to Youth Square; the overpass is very photogenic, you can't miss it! Youth Square is the top choice for night views! Enjoy the breeze, fly a kite, it's so comfortable! ❗️Recommendation❗️: Must drink Tang Mo Tea Xi! Had 3 cups in half a day! Who understands! One regret, the time was too rushed, didn't get to sit down and enjoy a coffee Fun times, will visit again!

Fuzhou is not only famous for its Three Lanes and Seven Alleys, but also for the less crowded and picturesque Shangxia Hang

In the bones of the people from the south, the misty rain of the water towns in Jiangnan is etched into their souls: white walls, black tiles, small bridges, flowing water, bluestone slabs, carrying the breath of ink paintings that hit you in the face, the water towns that have haunted my dreams so many times... And Fuzhou has such places, with few people and beautiful scenery, even the faint jasmine fragrance of the milk tea in your hand tells of the beauty of the Jiangnan water towns... "To be infatuated with a place in life, without dreaming of going to Jiangnan," I have thought of many introductions to Fuzhou, but none are as good as visiting it yourself: sitting in a Chinese-style boat, gazing at the Min-style architecture scattered along the two banks, listening to the cicadas singing in the trees, drinking milk tea... as if time slows down,

The romance of Fuzhou, half of it lies in Shangxia Hang

This is not Jiangnan, but Fuzhou's Shangxia Hang... Strolling on the bluestone paths by the river There's a sense of small bridges over flowing water, misty rain in Jiangnan The mist on the riverbanks and the light show are ethereal Wandering across Santong Bridge, boating by the creek, or sitting in a teahouse It's a dazzling and romantic experience - ⛩️ Shang Hang scenic area is located in Taijiang District, Fuzhou City, Fujian Province. It is one of the first 'National Historic and Cultural Districts' in Fuzhou. It was once an important commercial hub and dock in Fuzhou, with a rich history and cultural connotations Here, the cultural heritage is profound, being an important birthplace of the Min merchant spirit and a place where Min merchant culture is passed down. It is also a significant node on the Maritime Silk Road, known as the 'Fuzhou Traditional Business Museum' - 🌟 Highlight features: Shangxia Hang has vigorously developed six core products: night scenery, night banquets, night performances, night entertainment, night shopping, and night accommodations, transforming the district into a great place for tourists to relax, travel, shop. It is one of the key night economy experience demonstration districts in Fuzhou, and also one of the first batch of national-level night culture and tourism consumption clusters identified by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism - 🗓 Recommended route - Shangxia Hang Square (check-in at the wooden archway) → Santong Bridge (take photos of the misty rain in Jiangnan on the bridge) → Lusen Bookstore (retro decoration) → Yongde Guild Hall (Sino-Western cultural architecture) → Xing'an Bridge → Zhang True Man Ancestral Hall (the merchant's god of wealth) → Nanjun Guild Hall → Defa Jingguo Line (most beautiful architecture) → City Art Museum - 🚉 Transportation guide: Take Metro Line 1 to Dadu Station Exit C, walk for 7 minutes 🎫 Ticket price: The scenic area is free, boat rides are charged -

Hidden in Fuzhou's Jiangnan Water Town | Shangxiahang Historical and Cultural District

In the Taijiang District of Fuzhou, near the Min River, there is a scenic area with the charm of Jiangnan water towns, which is the Shangxiahang Historical and Cultural District. This area was once the commercial center and shipping port of Fuzhou, consisting of Shanghang Road, Xiahang Road, and the nearby streets. The main attractions include guild hall ancient architecture, intangible cultural heritage, Santong Bridge, and the Sanjie River flowing beneath it. ✅ Chen Wenlong's Shangshu Temple: When I went there, I happened to catch the first Folk Spring Patrol Cultural Festival, with a parade of gods! The entrance of the temple to the Santong Bridge was filled with tourists watching. ✅ East Gate Visitor Center: Check in at the Shangxiahang Archway ✅ Santong Bridge Alley: Walk along the stone paths on both sides of the Sanjie River, this area has more of the water town charm ✅ Yongde Guild Hall: The iconic building of Shangxiahang, with a blend of Chinese and Western architectural styles ✅ Lusen Bookstore: A popular bookstore, with beautiful architecture ✅ Shangxiahang·Jinyinli: A shopping area with many stores 📍Location: About 150 meters southeast of the intersection of Santong Road and Xiahang Road in Houzhou Street, Taijiang District, Fuzhou City, Fujian Province 🕙Opening Hours: Open 24 hours 📱Ticket Price: Free admission, no tickets required 🚇Transportation Tips: Exit C of 'Dadao Station' on Metro Line 1, 7 minutes walk to reach

Visiting Shangxia Hang in Fuzhou

Fuzhou Shangxia Hang has a long history, where every brick and tile is imbued with ancient stories. Strolling around, it feels like traveling through time, immersed in the distant past. The old architectural layout is well-organized, with exquisite wood-carved windows and simple bluestone pavements, exuding an elegant charm everywhere. The local cuisine here is also captivating. Fuzhou fish balls, taro paste, thread noodles, and more, each dish carries the profound emotions and beautiful memories of the people of Fuzhou. Tasting these authentic delicacies satisfies not only the taste buds but also allows one to appreciate the historical and cultural heritage of Fuzhou. The scenery of Shangxia Hang in Fuzhou is equally enchanting. The river flows gently, shaded by green trees, complementing the ancient buildings, creating a beautiful picture. Standing by the river, looking at the overlapping mountains in the distance, and listening to the babbling water, one feels refreshed and delighted. In summary, Shangxia Hang in Fuzhou is a travel destination not to be missed. Whether it's to follow the footsteps of history, savor authentic cuisine, or enjoy the charming scenery, it will be a rewarding experience.

Checking in at Fuzhou Shangxia Hang

Shangxia Hang, a unique place that blends the ancient and modern charm of Fuzhou, is like a living historical scroll. The ancient streets of Shangxia Hang are a microcosm of Fuzhou's history and a treasure of Fuzhou's culture. Walking on the ancient streets is like traveling back to Fuzhou a thousand years ago, feeling the weight of history and the accumulation of culture. See how people praise it: A blessed land, Shangxia Hang, with beautiful mountains and rivers, picturesque scenery. The springs are clear and never-ending, the tea aroma is rich and spreads to every home. The bustling Jiqing Street, the extraordinary Haifeng Avenue. Fuzhou is indeed a treasured place, Shangxia Hang will surely be praised. Shangxia Hang was once a symbol of Fuzhou's prosperity. At the end of the Ming and beginning of the Qing dynasty, Shangxia Hang quickly developed its market due to the convenience of water and land transportation, becoming a hub for the distribution of goods in Northern Fujian. After the 'Five Ports Trade', Shangxia Hang became even more prosperous, becoming a settlement for merchants from various places, with numerous guild halls and shops. From the late Qing dynasty to the Republican era, Chinese national capitalism, national commerce, and the democratic revolution were born and developed here. Shanghang Road and Xiahang Road are two adjacent pedestrian streets in Taijiang District, almost parallel to the Min River. Although no longer important ferry docks, the people of Fuzhou regard the Shangxia Hang historical and cultural district as the birthplace of the 'Min Merchant Spirit' and 'Fujian Maritime Culture', incorporating it into the historical central axis of Fuzhou city and the composition of 'Three Mountains, Two Towers, One Street', making it a place for tourists to visit the past and seek inspiration, worthy of a visit.

In the north, there is Suzhou and Hangzhou; in the south, there is Shangxia Hang

Bidding farewell to the bustling Sanfang Qixiang, one must not miss the less crowded and scenic Shangxia Hang, with its small bridges, flowing water, bluestone slabs, and the misty rain that gives Shangxia Hang the essence of a 'Little Jiangnan'. Shang Hang Road and Xia Hang Road in the Taijiang District of Fuzhou, along with their surrounding neighborhoods, are known as 'Shuang Hang'. In the early years, this area was the commercial center and shipping port of Fuzhou. The endless stream of merchant ships created the prosperity of Shangxia Hang, which reached its peak during the Ming and Qing dynasties. However, over the past few decades, Shangxia Hang has gradually declined and lost its former prosperity. In recent years, the government has started to renovate the area, and Shangxia Hang has once again come into people's view.

Strolling through Fuzhou at night, up and down the streets

The Shangxiahang Historical and Cultural District is located in Taijiang District of Fuzhou City, adjacent to the north bank of the Min River, with a total land area of 476 acres. It is a collection of cultural relics protection units, registered cultural relics sites, and traditional architectural styles, possessing a profound historical and cultural heritage. Taijiang, formerly known as 'Nantai', stands facing the river and has been a distribution center for goods from various places in Fujian Province entering the provincial capital since ancient times. Since the Ming and Qing dynasties, the southern foot of Huize Mountain (now called Daimiao Mountain) has been the site of the 'three miles of the Min River, with its vast and surging waves'. Due to the long-term accumulation of silt, two 'sand traces' were formed, becoming the water transport wharves for berthing ships and loading and unloading goods in the vast Min River, known as 'Upper Sailing' and 'Lower Sailing'. The word 'Hang' evolved from the sound of 'Sailing'. In ancient times, the Min River water bypassed Daimiao Mountain, gradually forming 'Luzhou' (land island), and then evolved into a prosperous commercial and trade district, renamed 'Shanghang' and 'Xiahang'. This name has been used to this day, with a history of three to four hundred years. This place was once an important birthplace of the 'Fujian merchant spirit' in Fuzhou, known as the 'Fuzhou Traditional Commercial Museum'. After restoration and transformation, the Shangxiahang Historical and Cultural District has not only become a new calling card for Fuzhou tourism but also a new landmark for the night-time economy. The area is commercially prosperous, with a gathering of merchant groups and a forest of guild halls, with as many as 14 guild halls at its peak. The Gutian Guild Hall, Yongde Guild Hall, Jianning Guild Hall, Nanguo Guild Hall, Minqing Guild Hall, and other guild halls built by merchant groups from various places either feature Chinese-style carved beams and painted rafters or a unique style combining Chinese and Western elements. They witnessed the early trade integration of Fuzhou with the world and the early trade prosperity of Fujian.

Fuzhou | Shangxiahang The romance of red walls and yellow flowers is truly understood by few

Shangxiahang used to be the CBD where Fuzhou merchants, business groups, and guild halls were concentrated. It still retains the original style of residential buildings, wooden buildings along the river, and modern buildings deep in the streets, all of which are very beautiful, reminiscent of the old streets of Kunming. 🚇Transportation: Metro Line 1 Dadao Station, Exit C ⌚️Opening Hours: All day 🎫Admission: Free 🕒Recommended Visiting Time: 2-3h 🔘The red wall at the entrance: The combination of red walls and yellow flowers is truly breathtaking, making it impossible to move on, a signature spring romance of Shangxiahang. 🔘Compared to the bustling and crowded Sanfang Qixiang, I prefer the leisurely strolls in Shangxiahang, where there are significantly fewer people. If time permits, you can visit the ancient Gutian Assembly Hall at the end of the street, which closes at 17:00. Shangxiahang

Shangxiahang | Everyone is busy grabbing porridge

Fuzhou's Shangxiahang is very similar to the small towns in the Jiangnan area, which used to thrive due to its waterway advantages, becoming a district crowded with merchants and famous shops. The surrounding buildings are all wooden structures with gray bricks and black tiles, and horse-head walls, exuding the charm of Southern Fujian. Walking further in, suddenly there's a hubbub of voices, and it's extremely crowded ! It turns out to be a restaurant named 'Broken Shop' offering porridge as a gesture of respect to the elderly . Seeing that even strong, able-bodied middle-aged people are scrambling for porridge, I can't help but chuckle This restaurant must have good karma; although 'broken', it probably won't go 'bankrupt' ! ⏳Playtime: Half an hour

Follow along, to the less crowded little Jiangnan - A guide to Fuzhou's Shangxia Hang

Fuzhou | Stroll·Little Jiangnan This is not Hangzhou or Wuzhen, but Fuzhou's Shangxia Hang... A niche attraction with fewer people, featuring small bridges over flowing water, giving off the vibe of a misty Jiangnan, especially cool in summer. Mist sprays every few minutes, creating an ethereal atmosphere. Wander along the water's edge, immersed in the misty reflections on the water, or take a boat ride along the creek, or visit a Chinese-style teahouse. There are various ancient-style and modern Chinese internet-famous spots for immersive photography. Transportation - Take a taxi to Shangxia Hang scenic area or take the subway line 1 to Dadadao Station Exit C, then walk for 7 minutes Tickets/Cost💰 - Shangxia Hang district is free Boat ride for 25 minutes costs 98💰 and can seat up to 5 people; you can pilot the boat yourself Parking - There is a charged underground parking lot opposite the entrance Recommended route - Shangxia Hang Square (check in at the wooden archway) → Santong Bridge (take photos of the misty Jiangnan on the bridge) → Lusen Bookstore (retro decoration) → Yongde Guild Hall (Sino-Western cultural architecture) → Xing'an Bridge → Zhang Zhenjun Ancestral Hall (the merchant's god of wealth) → Nanjun Guild Hall → Defa Jingguo Line (most beautiful architecture) → City Art Museum --Transportation Shangxia Hang Gourmet - ⭐️ Deaf Uncle (sweet dumplings, taro paste) ⭐️ Lun Gong No.1 Fried Buns ⭐️ Zhengsenji Small Lobster Mixed Noodles ⭐️ Qiuying Rice Balls ⭐️ Charcoal Guang Cake ⭐️ Bindeqiao Time Kui Shop (red bean sweet dumplings, peanut mochi) Dinner - ⭐️ The Broken Shop ⭐️ Wangzhuang Ami Seafood ⭐️ Longkushan Dining Shop Nearby attractions (free) - Next door is Zhongting Street where you can shop and dine at various restaurants, or stroll around the Youth Association's large lawn and red brick buildings, which are very beautiful. You can also enjoy the stunning night views of Jiefang Bridge and Zhongzhou Island.