Quanzhou is a city with a long history and profound cultural heritage, with numerous natural scenery and historical sites. Among them, Quanzhou’s 5A-level scenic spots are tourist attractions not to be missed. In this article, we will introduce you to the 5A scenic spots in Quanzhou in detail, including introduction to the attractions, transportation routes, ticket prices and travel precautions, etc., to help you better understand Quanzhou’s tourism resources and plan your travel itinerary.

1. Qingyuan Mountain Scenic Area

Qingyuan Mountain Scenic Area is located in Nan'an District, Quanzhou City. It is a national AAAAA-level tourist attraction. The scenic spots include Qingyuan Mountain, Tiancheng Cave, Longtan, Shipai Ridge and other scenic spots. Among them, Qingyuan Mountain is the iconic peak of Quanzhou City, with an altitude of 829 meters, making it the highest peak in southern Fujian. Climbing to the top of the mountain, you can overlook the entire Quanzhou city, and the scenery is very spectacular. Tiancheng Cave is a natural cave with various strange stalactites and stalagmites inside, which is very spectacular.

Transportation route: Take the shuttle bus from Nan'an City to Qingyuan Mountain, or drive there by yourself. Ticket price: 50 yuan/person for adults and 25 yuan/person for students.

2. Kaiyuan Temple Scenic Area

Kaiyuan Temple Scenic Area is located in Licheng District, Quanzhou City. It is one of the birthplaces of Zen Buddhism in China and a key cultural relic protection unit in Fujian Province. There are many historical monuments in the scenic area such as Kaiyuan Temple, South Pagoda, North Pagoda, and Main Hall. Among them, Kaiyuan Temple is one of the oldest temples in Quanzhou City. It was built during the Kaiyuan Period of the Tang Dynasty and has a long history and rich cultural connotation.

Transportation route: Take the bus from Licheng District to Kaiyuan Temple, or drive there by yourself. Ticket price: 45 yuan/person for adults and 23 yuan/person for students.

3. Nanjing Tulou Scenic Area

Nanjing Tulou Scenic Area is located in Nanjing County, Quanzhou City, China. An important part of traditional culture and a world cultural heritage. There are several earth building groups in the scenic area, the most famous of which are Tianluokeng Earth Building Group and Hekeng Earth Building Group. These earth buildings are representative works of traditional Chinese architecture and have unique historical, cultural and artistic value.

Transportation route: Take the bus from Nanjing County to Tulou Scenic Area, or drive there by yourself. Ticket price: 90 yuan/person for adults and 45 yuan/person for students.

4. OCT Scenic Area

Oct. OCT Scenic Area is located in Fengze District, Quanzhou City. It is a large-scale comprehensive tourist attraction integrating tourism, leisure, shopping and entertainment. There are water parks, theme parks, shopping malls, movie theaters and other entertainment facilities in the scenic area, which are suitable for the whole family to play together. Among them, the water park is one of the highlights of the Overseas Chinese Town scenic spot. There are many exciting water rides, allowing tourists to spend a pleasant time in the hot summer.

Transportation route: Take the bus from Fengze District to OCT, or drive there by yourself. Ticket price: 180 yuan/person for adults and 90 yuan/person for students.

5. Gulangyu Scenic Area

Gulangyu Scenic Area is located in Siming District, Xiamen City.It is a famous island scenic spot in China. There are many historical buildings and scenic spots in the scenic area, such as Sunlight Rock, Shuzhuang Garden, Yintai Department Store, etc. Among them, Sunlight Rock is the representative scenic spot of Gulangyu Island. It is a natural granite landscape with unique characteristics. Here, you can enjoy the beautiful sea view and feel the rich island culture.

Transportation route: Take the ferry from Xiamen city to Gulangyu Island, or drive there by yourself. Ticket price: 100 yuan/person for adults and 50 yuan/person for students.

Summary:

The above is a detailed introduction to Quanzhou’s 5A scenic spots. Each scenic spot has its own unique charm and characteristics and is suitable for different types of tourists. During the tourism process, we need to pay attention to protecting the environment, abide by the regulations of scenic spots, take care of public facilities, and jointly maintain the tourism image of Quanzhou. Have a great time everyone!