Quanzhou Ancient City, Fujian

Yongning Ancient City in Quanzhou, Fujian, is a 600-year-old city that stands like a bright pearl on the southeast coast. It is not only a precious relic of ancient coastal defense engineering, but also a vivid witness to Minnan culture. As you step into the city, the ancient streets stretch out like they are telling stories of the past. The streets are lined with many temples and ancient houses with Minnan characteristics, which are scattered in an orderly manner, forming a unique cultural picture. Among them, the Luojia Temple standing on the sea is a must-see. This is a temple full of modern atmosphere, which contrasts with the surrounding blue sea and sky. It sits quietly there, letting the waves beat against the foundation stone, giving people a sense of peace and tranquility. Kaiyuan Temple, Tianhou Temple, and Guanyue Temple in Quanzhou, Fujian, are also well-known. As the largest Buddhist temple in Fujian Province, Kaiyuan Temple is magnificent and the Buddha statues are solemn; Tianhou Temple is dedicated to the sea goddess Mazu, and is always full of incense and worshippers; Guanyue Temple is dedicated to the two heroes Guan Yu and Yue Fei, and highlights the spirit of loyalty and righteousness. These temples are not only holy places of religious belief, but also popular check-in spots for tourists. People come here to feel the strong historical atmosphere and appreciate the unique charm of religious culture in the Minnan region. Guanyue Temple