Quanzhou Yongning Wanshou Tower, a World Heritage Site ～ Quanzhou's Legendary Beacon and the Sister-in-Law Legend

Open the door to history and explore the maritime miracle from 800 years ago✨ Today I checked in at an important Song and Yuan dynasty landmark in Quanzhou—the amazing Sister-in-Law Tower! 🚶‍♀️ Itinerary Guide: 📍 Address: Baogai Mountain, Shishi City (navigate directly to "Sister-in-Law Tower") 🚗 Transportation Tips: After arriving at the main gate, you have 3 options: 1️⃣ Walkers: Slowly walk along the mountain road 🚶‍♂️ 2️⃣ Lazy option: Take a 5 yuan shuttle bus straight to the mountain gate 🚌 3️⃣ Summit route: Walk 10 minutes from the mountain gate to the top 🏃‍♀️ 🌟 Tower Secrets: This over 800-year-old tower (built during the Shaoxing period of the Southern Song dynasty) is truly the oldest style stone tower still standing in Quanzhou! 🏯 Full name known: officially called "Wanshou Tower," locals call it "Sister-in-Law Tower," also known as "Guansuo Tower"~ Standing 21.65 meters tall, octagonal with five stories, made of granite, detail lovers will appreciate: every corner is designed in a plum blossom shape, absolutely stunning!✨ 🛳️ History Lesson: Back then (Southern Song period), this was the world's number one port‼️ Merchant ships from over 70 countries and regions worldwide used this tower as a navigation beacon 🚢 Ancient people were truly amazing! This design was basically the Song dynasty’s version of "GPS" 💡 💔 Tearjerker Legend: On the top floor’s square stone niche are statues of the two sisters-in-law Their story was recorded in the Ming dynasty’s "Min Shu" A touching tale passed down through generations, waiting for you to hear~👂 📸 Photo Tips: 1️⃣ Choose a sunny day; blue sky and ancient tower are a perfect match 2️⃣ Distant shots are super impressive; wide-angle lens recommended 3️⃣ Popular photo spot: by the corridor railing, ancient style filters make great shots in no time 💡 Travel Tips: It’s recommended to visit the nearby Golden Coast together You can also catch a beautiful seaside sunset in the evening 🌅