Tong'an Tourist Area
Fujian · China
Our private guide will call you to make sure the departure time one day before your trip. Then we will pick you up at your hotel and depart to Junying Village, which is far about 60 kilometers away from Xiamen. It is nearly a thousand meters above sea level. It is surrounded by mountains and trees so it is a cool and relaxing place even in hot summer. Therefore, Junying Village also has a reputation of "natural air-conditioned room." You will take some time to immerse the rural life in the village. Then you will stop at a local restaurant to taste the rustic and delicious dishes for lunch. After lunch and resting, your private driver will take you to visit your next destination -Qicai Lake. The lake is in a shape of a crescent. It’s crystal clear and show different colors at different angles under the sunlight. Afterwards, you will head to Xiongshi Waterfall. With a height of 100 meters and a wide surface of 52 meters, the Lions Waterfall is full of water and runs all year round. It is known as the “first waterfall in southern Fujian Province”. The sound of the waterfall is like a gryphon-like roar in the valley, so people named it the Xiongshi (Lion) Falls. At last, your private driver will take you back to your hotel.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Tong'an Tourist Area
Welcome to the Tong'an Tourist Area, the historical and cultural heart of Xiamen's northern district. While many visitors focus on the southern island and Gulangyu, Tong'an offers a deeper, more rural perspective on the region's…
Listen in the app2Huli Mountain Fort and the Krupp Cannon
While located on the southern edge of Xiamen island, Huli Mountain Fort is a critical conceptual link to Tong'an's maritime defense history. Constructed in 1894 during the Qing Dynasty, this fort was designed to protect the…
Listen in the app3The Botanical Gardens: Subtropical Biodiversity
Returning to the natural beauty of the region, we explore the Xiamen Botanical Garden, which serves as the 'green heart' for the entire metropolitan area, including Tong'an. Established in 1960 and covering five square…
Listen in the app4Zhongshan Road: The Commercial Pulse
To understand the social and economic life of the region, we must visit Zhongshan Road, the primary commercial artery and a major landmark of the Xiamen urban experience. This pedestrian street is a vibrant hub of activity,…
Listen in the app5Traditional Minnan Architecture and the Village Fabric
As we move into the heart of the Tong'an district, we encounter the true essence of the region's heritage: its traditional Minnan architecture. This style is characterized by its swallowtail roofs, intricate brickwork, and the…
Listen in the app6The Culinary Traditions of Tong'an: Rustic Flavors
Tong'an is a paradise for the food-focused traveler, offering a more rustic and traditional palette than the metropolitan center. One of the most famous local dishes is the Tong'an 'Fengrou' or sealed pork—a large piece of fatty…
Listen in the app7The Legacy of the Silver City: Final Exploration
Our final stop in the Tong'an area brings us to the remains of the old city walls and the administrative heart of the district. For centuries, this was the center of power, where officials were appointed and trade was regulated. …
Listen in the app8Closing
Our journey through the Tong'an Tourist Area has revealed a complex tapestry of history, nature, and culture. We have explored the frontline of maritime defense at Huli Mountain Fort, wandered through the lush botanical gardens,…
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What is Tong'an Tourist Area?
Tong'an Tourist Area is a place in Fujian · China with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Fujian · China |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 24.7261, 118.1468 |
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