Chinese Name: 莆田市 (pú tián shì)
Population: 3,040,000
Area: 4,119 square kilometers (1,590 square miles)
Nationalities: Han
Administrative Division:
4 districts (Chengxiang, Hanjiang, Licheng, Xiuyu); 1 county (Xianyou)
Useful Telephone Numbers:
Tourist Complaints: 0594-2697690
Weather Forecast: 121
Zip Code Inquiries: 184
Bank of China: 0594-2699513
Location: Situated in the central part of the coastal area of Fujian Province, Putian neighbors Fuzhou in the northeast and Quanzhou in the southeast, separated from Taiwan by the Taiwan Strait.
History: Putian County was formed in the year of 568. Over the hundreds of years following that, it was abolished and then re-established several times. Through all these major and minor changes, Putian City emerged in 1983.
Physical Features: The city nestles to the hilly area of southeastern coastal area of Fujian. The whole terrain inclines from the northwest to the southeast, and the land is higher in the north, lower in the south. There is a shortage of cultivated areas.
Climate: Putian is adjacent to the sea, and consequently the weather is moderate and humid all the year round. Enjoying a typical subtropical oceanic monsoon climate, the city has plentiful rainfall and adequate sunshine. The weather in spring and autumn is favorable and cool.
When to Go: The winter is short so April to October is the best time to visit Putian.
Local Products: Fruit: longan, loquat, lychee, honeyed shaddock (pomelo)
Others: rice noodles, lacquer wooden bowl
Attractions:
Meizhou Island and Guanghua Temple: Meizhou Island is believed to be the hometown of the Goddess of the Sea, Mazu. Today, this beautiful island has become a national tourist zone with several spots on the island, including the Mazu Temple, the Ewei Mountain and the huge Mazu Stone Carving. Blessed with a long history, Guanghua Temple is a famous temple with tranquil environment.
Jiuli Lake: 31 kilometers (19 miles) from the county town of Xianyou, this scenic area is famous for its natural lakes, caves, pools and stones. The Jiuji Waterfalls are the most popular sight around Jiuli Lake. In addition, there are also some stone inscriptions, Taoist buildings and some other historical sites.
Travel Tips:
1. Putian is 108 kilometers (67 miles) from Fuzhou, from which visitors can get to Putian by bus within two hours.
2. Mazu is the most respected god on Meizhou Island, even southern Fujian Province. There are several festivals on the island to celebrate the birthday of this Goddess of Peace on the sea, as well as the day of her ascension. Celebrations are held on the twenty-third day of third lunar month and ninth day of the ninth lunar month respectively and it is the best time to learn more about the Mazu culture of the city.
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Travelers' Voices on Putian City
1.
Sep. 8,2009 04:09 Reply
Mr.Neo(Singapore) said:
My father is from putian. I am trying to locate his village. Anyone have any information on:
新乡镇，溪北村？
Nov. 22,2009 21:09
Ms.chen(china) replied:
casually i saw your question. and i think i might be helpful. there is a 溪北village in 新县乡 Putian city. my uncle's family live in the same village and i have paid several visits to the place. my village is 5 -6 miles from that one.
Nov. 22,2009 21:15
Ms.chen(china) replied:
is it 新县 or 新乡，if it is 新县， it should be the one i mentioned.
2.
Oct. 17,2009 04:20 Reply
Mr.Adam(USA) said:
Is there a road named Puyang Road in Chengxiang District?
Is there ShengLi North road in Putain? In which district?
Last question is both road very near?
Oct. 18,2009 03:09
Mr.Jamie replied:
Yes, there is a road called Puyang in Chengxiang District. Yes, so is Shengli North Road, also in Chengxiang District. Puyang road is east-west and Shengli road is north south. They are aross in the center.
3.
Oct. 14,2009 12:04 Reply
Mr.Alex(Malaysia ) said:
Is fuzhou airport or xiamen airport closer to Putian if we go by bus from airport ?
Oct. 15,2009 03:22
Mr.Frankie replied:
Please take a flight to Fuzhou Airport, which supplies direct coaches to Putian City respectively at 10:00, 11:30, 12:30, 15:30, 17:00, 18:30, 20:00, 22:00.
4.
Oct. 1,2009 20:11 Reply
Mr.ALLAN(CALIFORNIA) said:
hello!!! what's the closest airpot to putian city? im trying to go putian fujian,,, thank you..
Oct. 5,2009 03:47
Mr.Jamie replied:
Fuzhou Airport, or Quanzhou Airport.
5.
Mar. 12,2009 18:55 Reply
Mr.Lim(Outcast) said:
I want to visit a village near Putian. The name is something like 后郭。Can someone please let me know if this the correct name or the actual correct one. There are peole with surnames Lim ,Tan etc staying there.
Jul. 8,2009 23:44
Mrs.chen(united states) replied:
Yes, there is a small villege called HouGuo in Putian.
You are right. I grew up in putian city and been there long time ago. 3 years ago, I went back my dear home town after 20 years US busy life, i felt what i saw and where i been was a new place that i never been before since almost all the streets and buildings changed due to rapidly growing of economy. However, those beautiful mountains still there. they convinced me this is Putian. HouGuo still there, but I doubt LIM or TAN still living there, because people migrate a lots for past 20 years. Good luck.
Sep. 26,2009 01:10
Mr.Eng T S(Malaysia) replied:
I hope it won't be too late for my reply. I know the place 后郭as my sister in law's brother lives there. I understand there are quite a lot of Lim林 and Tan陈 stay there as my relative also with surname Tan陈. In fact, one of the previous minister of Malaysia Lim Ah Lek林亚礼 family was also from 后郭.
You may take a bus or cab from Putian City莆田市 towards 涵江or海口. You may just mention (half way to 涵江 right hand side of the main road) and they will stop at the main road (bus) whereby there are quite a lot of motorcyclists there waiting to bring you to the exact area of 后郭. I have been there quite a no. of time when I go back to my father's village in 华亭镇.
Good luck.
Eng黄 of Malaysia
6.
Sep. 6,2009 10:20 Reply
Mr.Seng(Singapore) said:
I am looking for 梧塘漏头 in Putian. How do you get there? What kind of place is it ? Is that the village of 梁？Many thanks.
Sep. 6,2009 22:28
Mr.tina(cn) replied:
Hi, lou tou is a small village in wutang twon. Where do you want to go there? loutou is a small villiage, nothing special.
Sep. 13,2009 02:33
Mr.Seng(Singapore) replied:
Thank you for the reply. My ancestors could be from that village. May I know how I can get to Loutou from Xiamen?
Sep. 15,2009 23:11
Mr.Andy replied:
Take a bit over 2 hours from Xiamen to Putian by express bus first. Xiamen Hanjiang Bus Terminal has buses to Wutang before 17:20. Town seat of Wutang is 1km from the village where you can just take a taxi to visit.
7.
Sep. 8,2009 04:45 Reply
Mr.Neo(Singapore) said:
Sorry, should be 新县乡溪北村
Sep. 11,2009 01:07
Mr.Sam replied:
I found that the Xibei Village is located in Changtai Town, Chengxiang District, Putian city. And, the Xinxian Town is located in Hanjiang District.
Sep. 14,2009 02:54
Mr.Neo(Singapore) replied:
Yes, there is a Xibei Village in Changtai Town. There should be one near the Xinxian town area as well. I believe that's the one. I could see its name (as well as the one in Changtai) on the goggle map but no details.I believe it is a common name; it just mean north of a brook/river/stream.I was hoping that someone know something about/could confirm such a village.
8.
Aug. 28,2009 07:02 Reply
Mr.ife(Nigeria) said:
pls I could like to buy some shoes from a site nike sneaker store.It has address in Putian , Fujian , China.Pls can any body authenticate it.thank you for your anticipated reply
Aug. 30,2009 23:20
Mr.Jerry replied:
There is a real nike factory in Xitianwei, near Beida Village, Putian. The company name is Xie Feng.
9.
Aug. 23,2009 00:08 Reply
Mr.Billy Tan(Singapore) said:
I am from Singapore and I am trying to locate my father village in Xianyu. He pass away many years. I understand my grandfather village was making basket and hats.
Any village doing this today in Xianyu? Names of the villages?
Where can I locate the name of my grandfather and father in xianyu villages? The surname is Teo and Tan. Are there a temple or office I can find their names in Xianyu?
Aug. 24,2009 23:07
Mr.Andy replied:
There is a Tantou Village in Shicang Town of Xianyou. I have no idea whether you mean this or not. Xianyou, the whole county is well known as a town of crafts, many towns and villages has basket, hats, similar crafts making places.
Aug. 26,2009 00:06
Mr.Billy Tan(Singapore) replied:
Andy, thanks alot for your info. appreciate it.So I am likely to look for needle in the hay. It is a good starting point to explore anyway.
If I were to arrived in Xiamen Airport at noon,what are the charges for taking a car to Putian city for 3 person,types of car and the time it takes to arrive Putian. Is it using highway to Putian? How far is Xianyou from Putian city. Do you know where I can search for ancestor info in xianyu ? Thanks
Aug. 28,2009 01:24
Mr.Shan replied:
Hi, will you rent a cab? If so, you could contact with the bus company for the price. Yes, these two cities are linked with expressway, which takes you about 2 hours. For public transportation, please take a taxi from the airport to Songbai Bus Station in downtown Xiamen. It is about 15 minutes witha fare of around 20RMB> Here, you could catch a bus to Putian directly in 2 hours. The bus fare is 50RMB/person.
The expressway distance from Putian to Xianyou is about 50kms which takes you about one hour by coach. The Putian bus station has frequent coaches to Xianyou everyday. The fare is just 10/12RMB per person.
Well, you may ask help from Xianyou's Public Security Bureau or Civil Affairs Bureau. Of course, please supply some clues for the office!
10.
Aug. 13,2009 10:21 Reply
Mr.Tidar(Indonesia) said:
Dear Sir,
On Sep 22, 2009. I will arrive at Putian City. I come by bus from Zhangzhou. Do you know how long it takes from Zhangzhou to Putian ? And Pls advice what places that I must visit within Putian city, what shopping place to experience, and what activities I can do. I will have 1,5 day to in Putian city. And how long does it take from Putian to Fuzhou airport ? Coz I will fly from to Chengdu from Fuzhou.
Thanks a lot
Aug. 16,2009 21:43
Mr.Andrew replied:
It takes about three hours through expressway. Putian Pedestrian Street from the cross of Wenxian Road and Beida Road to Xinjiekou. There are three remains of old building and two old streets here, and many department stores as well. You can get around here.