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Jasper Adams 876Singapore

To all my sisters planning a trip to Xiamen: reservations are a must...

Xiamen is a really fun place with reasonable prices, but it's easy to fall into tourist traps. Sisters who are planning a trip to Xiamen 👭 should definitely do their research. I've compiled the real situation in Xiamen for your reference. Transportation Guide: ✈️ Airplane: After arriving at Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport, you can take the subway or bus to the city center.💯 * High-speed train 🚄: You can take the subway or bus from both Xiamen Station and Xiamen North Station to reach your destination.💯 * City transportation: You can take the bus 🚌, subway, or shared bikes to visit various attractions on Xiamen Island.💯 Attraction Introduction * Gulangyu Island: A landmark attraction in Xiamen with a rich historical and cultural heritage.💯 * South Putuo Temple: A famous Buddhist temple in Xiamen where you can pray for blessings and receive vegetarian cakes.💯 * Xiamen University: A beautiful campus full of youthful vibes.💯 * Shapowei Art Zone: A gathering place for art markets where you can appreciate many creative works.💯 * Wanshi Botanical Garden: A variety of plant species, perfect for taking photos.💯 Itinerary Planning 🔸 Day 1: Arrive in Xiamen and first go to Zhongshan Road Pedestrian Street to experience the Nanyang-style arcade buildings and taste local snacks.💯 🔸 Day 2: In the morning, go to South Putuo Temple to pray for blessings and receive vegetarian cakes as souvenirs. Then visit Xiamen University to feel the tranquility and beauty of the campus. In the afternoon, go to Shapowei Art Zone, visit the art market, and enjoy the night view of the Twin Towers.💯 🔸 Day 3: Spend the whole day visiting Gulangyu Island, visiting Sanqiutian Pier, the most beautiful corner, Sunlight Rock, and Shuzhuang Garden. In the evening, return to Xiamen Island and go to Wanshi Botanical Garden to explore the succulent plant area and the rainforest world 🌍.💯 Food Recommendations * Seafood feast: Local specialties of Zengcuo'an.💯 * Vegetarian cakes: South Putuo Temple's specialty food, sweet and delicious.💯 * Gulangyu Island specialties: Such as peanut soup, oyster omelets, etc.💯 Friendly Reminder 🔔 * Gulangyu Island ferry tickets need to be booked in advance.💯 * Xiamen University requires advance reservations for visits.💯 * Take precautions against sun exposure and mosquito bites.💯
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Posted: Mar 31, 2025
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