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Environment: OK, but you need to queue
Service: General
Taste: Ashan ginger duck is delicious, the duck is soft and fragrant. Glutinous rice blood cake is put together with the duck, it feels like duck blood and glutinous rice are mixed together. It is sticky and very fragrant. Stir-fried sweet potato leaves are very fresh. Stir-fried fish intestines are crispy and salty. Fried large intestine with duck blood is delicious, the duck blood is very tender, the large intestine is chewy, salty and slightly spicy. Oyster omelette is like an omelet, with small oysters in it, and it is very fragrant with sweet and spicy sauce. Stewed pork belly with dried bamboo shoots Stir-fried pork belly with dried bamboo shoots, the pork belly is fat and lean, very good with rice. Braised fish with fragrant fish may be a way of cooking, a bit like braised. Clam and tofu soup Clams and tofu, very fresh, very light, a typical Fujian soup. Oil-drizzled large tube Oil-drizzled is the way of Fujian noodles, pouring soy sauce on the ingredients, very light and fresh. Environment: OK, but you need to queue Service: General
This restaurant has a wide selection of dishes, and the recommended dishes are very special. I tried stir-fried water spinach, oyster fried eggs and Ashan ginger duck, and the taste is really good! The service attitude is also very good, making people feel at home. I strongly recommend their signature duck gizzards and duck intestines! It is perfect for treating yourself or gathering with friends!
个人口味比较重,所以感觉偏淡。
Trip Highlights: Immerse yourself in the ancient city's culture: Stroll along West Street, visit Kaiyuan Temple, and experience Quanzhou's glorious history as the starting point of the Maritime Silk Road. Savor authentic Minnan cuisine: From rice noodle soup to sea worm jelly, from ginger duck to four-fruit soup, remember Quanzhou through its flavors. Encounter off-the-beaten-path artistic spots: Visit Xunpu Village, experience the Xunpu women's culture, and discover hidden gem shops tucked away in the alleys. Value-for-money accommodation options: Carefully selected characteristic guesthouses, balancing comfort and budget, allowing you to experience local life. Itinerary: Day 1: Ancient City Cultural Exploration Morning: Arrive in Quanzhou and check into a guesthouse near West Street (Recommended: Suqingmen Inn, Wuji Guesthouse, approximately 200 RMB/night). Stroll along West Street, experiencing the bustling atmosphere of this thousand-year-old street, and sample local snacks (rice noodle soup, runbing cai, etc., approximately 30 RMB). Visit Kaiyuan Temple (free), admiring the East and West Pagodas and the solemnity of this ancient temple. Afternoon: Visit the Quanzhou Maritime Museum (free) to learn about the history of the Maritime Silk Road. Visit the Qingjing Mosque (entrance fee 3 yuan) to experience the fusion of Islamic culture and Minnan architecture. Visit the Guan Yue Temple (free) to admire the exquisite wood and stone carvings. Evening: Enjoy ginger duck (recommended: Zhang Lin Ginger Duck, approximately 80 yuan/person). Take a night stroll along Zhongshan Road, experiencing the charm of the arcade buildings and enjoying a four-fruit soup (approximately 10 yuan). Day 2: Xunpu Charm and Artistic Experience Morning: Visit Xunpu Village (taxi fare approximately 30 yuan) to experience Xunpu women's culture and take unique photos (costume rental approximately 50 yuan). Visit the Xunpu Folk Culture Village (entrance fee 20 yuan) to learn about the lives of local fishermen. Afternoon: Return to the city center and visit Xiaoxicheng (free) to find popular photo spots. Visit the Quanzhou Puppet Theater (admission 50 RMB) and enjoy a wonderful puppet show. Stroll through Jinyu Lane (free) and discover the quaint shops hidden in the alleyways. Evening: Savor Minnan cuisine (Recommended: Bafanglin Quanzhou Restaurant, approximately 100 RMB/person). Head to LingSHOW Tiandi (free) to experience Quanzhou's nightlife. Day 3: Natural Scenery and Return Trip Morning: Head to Qingyuan Mountain (admission 70 RMB), hike up the mountain, and enjoy panoramic views of Lao Jun Rock and the city. Visit the Southern Shaolin Temple (free) and experience the Zen martial arts culture. Afternoon: Depending on your return time, you can choose to visit Luoyang Bridge (free) to admire the masterpiece of ancient bridge architecture. Purchase souvenirs (Recommended: Yuanhetang candied fruit, Linji Zhengquanmao mung bean cakes, etc., approximately 100 RMB). Return trip. Budget Allocation: Transportation: Approx. 300 RMB (including round-trip transportation and city transportation) Accommodation: Approx. 400 RMB (2 nights) Food: Approx. 500 RMB Entrance Fees: Approx. 150 RMB Others: Approx. 150 RMB (including souvenirs, gifts, etc.) Travel Tips: Quanzhou has a mild climate, but summers are hot, so sun protection is recommended. The local dialect in Quanzhou is Minnan, but Mandarin is widely spoken. West Street and Zhongshan Road are crowded, so please take care of your belongings. Sunny days are recommended for taking photos at Xunpu Village. Optional Adjustments: If time permits, consider adding a day to visit Chongwu Ancient City or Hui'an Women's Folk Village for a richer Minnan cultural experience. If your budget allows, you can choose a more upscale hotel or try more refined Minnan cuisine. We hope this guide helps you plan an unforgettable trip to Quanzhou!
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Every few steps you'll encounter a century-old temple, experiencing the true "office of the gods on earth." 🥢 **Food Radar:** - **Noodle Soup + Fried Dough Sticks + Vinegar Pork:** A heartwarming and comforting breakfast for under 10 RMB! - Beef Soup + Four-Fruit Soup: Enjoy a bowl under the arcade in the afternoon, and you'll instantly understand the happiness of the Minnan people. 🍵 Chaozhou: A Culinary Heritage City 🌉 Must-See Night Views - Guangji Bridge "Bridge Dismantling After Crossing the River": Witness the spectacular sight of the pontoon bridge being dismantled and boats passing through every evening; it's even more breathtaking when the lights come on! 🍢 Foodie Guide - Paifang Street Food Tour: From bouncy beef balls to oyster omelets and rice noodles, you can eat your way from one end of the street for just 50 yuan per person! - Kung Fu Tea Experience: Sip Phoenix Dancong tea in an old teahouse while listening to the melodious Chaozhou opera; time seems to slow down. 🚲 3 Days 2 Nights Itinerary (Taking Quanzhou as an Example) Day 1 Morning: West Street → Kaiyuan Temple → Bell Tower Afternoon: Panoramic view from Qingyuan Mountain → Photo opportunities at Xunpu Village (where flowers are adorned with branches) Evening: Enjoy ginger duck under the arcades on Zhongshan Road Day 2 Full Day: Hike along the Chongwu Ancient City coastline (stunning beach and rocky scenery) Evening: Return to the city center for a bowl of peanut soup with braised pork rice dumplings Day 3 Morning: In-depth tour of the Overseas Chinese Museum of Transportation Afternoon: Buy some traditional garlic branches as souvenirs and return home satisfied 💡 Helpful Tips 1️⃣ Off-peak travel: Weekdays in spring and autumn are less crowded, more scenic, and guesthouse prices are more affordable. 2️⃣ Transportation essentials: Cycling or walking within the city is key to discovering hidden gems in the alleyways. 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