Located at the southeast coast of China, Xiamen is a tourist city of Fujian Province famous for its attractive seascape. As one of the major seaports since ancient times, Xiamen boasts a wide gulf with deep water but without freezing and silting. The name of 'Xiamen' was consequently given, which means 'a gate of China'. As one of the forerunners of the special economic zones of China, Xiamen mainly consisting of Xiamen Island, Gulangyu Island, the north bank area of the Jiulong River and Tong'an County, is connected with the mainland by the Gaoji Seawall, Xiamen Bridge, etc. Xiamen has been called the Egret Island because of the hundreds of thousands of egrets inhabiting there. This is due to the beautiful natural scenery, the fresh air and the clean environment of the city.
Being of a subtropical monsoon climate with mild weather all year round expect the typhoon months, Xiamen is an ideal tourist destination for you. It is a typical littoral city with abundant tourist attractions such as islands, mountains, temples and parks, etc., providing you with a full sightseeing schedule. The well-known Gulangyu Island, Nanputuo Temple and other tourist areas like Jimei, Wanshiyan, etc. are highly recommended. A sea tourist line is also available for you to enjoy the amazing scenery of many beautiful small islands around.
Xiamen enjoys convenient transportation. You can go there by air, by train, by coach or by sea. The transportation within the city is also satisfying. Most tourists consider the accommodation in Xiamen, consisting of many star rated hotels, convenient. Meanwhile Xiamen has plenty of special local products to be added to your shopping list, including various kinds of tealeaves, fruits like sugarcanes, olives and longans as well as sea products such as fish, prawns, crabs, abalones and lancelets
Being the hometown of many overseas Chinese, Xiamen has actually benefited from the contribution of overseas Chinese and its economy has undertaken great advancement. To promote its tourism industry, it has established not only the corresponding infrastructures, but also a great variety of entertainment centers. The folk customs of the minorities, varied local festivals and especially the particular local dishes and snacks are also appealing to visitors. Xiamen, with distinct oriental culture and southern Fujian features, welcomes you from all over the world.
Xiamen Tour Information:
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Travelers' Voices on Xiamen
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Jul. 3,2009 09:33 Reply
Mrs.Doyle(Brazil) said:
Hi ! I am going to visit a company at Nan'an city and would like to know things about this city.
After this I intend to go to Hong Kong ? Is it far from Xiamen? Going by train would be a nice idea?
Thanks in advance
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Jun. 30,2009 03:22 Reply
Mr.John (Australia) said:
I am arriving in xiamen on the second of July i wil marry a chinese lady later this year and we wish to purchase a modest apartment somewhere in xiamen. Any suggestions as to where is a good place to live and who to contact when we arrive would be greatly appreciated. My lovely lady grew up in xiamen so this will be a home coming.
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Jun. 26,2009 09:03 Reply
Mr.Heart(Thailand) said:
Hello
my name Heart, Bangkok Thailand
My Problem is My girl friend studing at Shanghai Normal University.
But i will plan to study at Xiamen University.
How can i go to Shanghai From Ximen
Thank you.
Jun. 26,2009 22:33
Ms.Ruth(China) replied:
Take the Train K198 from Xiamen railway station to Shanghai south railway station. The train runs for about 25 hours.
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Jun. 21,2009 18:17 Reply
Ms.laceface(us) said:
I am going to xiamen to model for a month or so. I love to shop and party. do they have both of these close?
How is nightlife? are there freeflowing drugs-like there is in hollywood?
Shopping, i like to buy knockoffs. do they have a certain place to go to get designer knock offs?
thx
Jun. 23,2009 02:33
Mr.cindy(cn) replied:
Hi, it is not hard to buy fashionable clothes in xianmen. But it may be difficult to find a certain place to buy the knockoffs. Nightlife in xiamen can be quite colorful. For more inforamtion about xiamen nightlife, you can refer to the nightlife section. Enjoy your time!
Jun. 24,2009 13:07
Mr.Jonbonie(Malaysia) replied:
Hi Ms laceface, I m Jon from Malaysia. Just touched down today n will be here in Xiamen for a few days. Going out for night life too after day time work. Drug isn't free flowing here. Come to Malaysia after your assignment & I'll get u anything u need. Do get in touch with me n let's explore teh night life here together. Drop me a line or leave ur contact no at jonbonie@yahoo.com.sg
See u
Jon
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Jun. 21,2009 06:11 Reply
Ms.celyn(Philippines ) said:
Hi!
how do i go to hongkong from xiamen?
what's the best route, by air or is it ok if we take the ferry?
thanks!
Jun. 21,2009 20:42
Mr.John replied:
Both ok. If you want to go by ferry, you can get to the China Ferry Terminal in Tsim Sha Tsui. The journey is totally 18 hours. I am not sure if there is ship everyday, you can call them to confirm: 2730 2121
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Jun. 18,2009 22:00 Reply
Ms.Susan Soo(S'pore) said:
Could you please advise transportation from Xiamen to Mt Huang Shan. Should via train or bus, which is more convenient and how long does it take. Planning our trip from S'pore to Xiamen July 31, arriving after 1pm then proceed straight to Mt Huang shan.
Jun. 19,2009 04:14
Mr.Shan replied:
Huangshan is about 1,000 kilometers from Xiamen,so don't consider taking a bus. Currently, there are two trains from Xiamen to Huangshan (Tunxi)respectively at 09:39 and 21:01. It seems that the latter one may meet your need. The journey is about 23 hours and costs 230RMB/hard-sleeper or 350RMB/soft-sleeper.
When you arrive at Huangshan City by train, you have to transfer to a bus which leads you to the Mt. Huangshan Scenic Area. I have read lots of transport tips on Huangshan at http://www.travelchinaguide.com/cityguides/anhui/huangshan/
Actually, you could fly from Xiamen to Huangshan Airport directly. Everyday, there is a flight leaving from Xiamen to Huangshan at 17:10. See the flight information at http://www.travelchinaguide.com/china-flights/
Good luck~
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Jun. 12,2009 08:45 Reply
Mr.Peter Chan(Singapore) said:
Hi, is there any bus service from Xiamen to Xiapu County and how many hours does it take to reach there? Thank you.
Jun. 13,2009 01:16
Ms.Evelyn(China) replied:
Xiapu County is located in Fuzhou. There are no direct buses from Xiamen to Xiapu now. You can take a bus to Fuzhou at South Hubin Bus Station, Songbai Bus Station or Jimei Bus Statioon and then go from Fuzhou to Xiapu. It takes about three hours to get to Fuzhou from Xiamen by bus.
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Jun. 8,2009 22:56 Reply
Mr.William(Singapore) said:
I am planning to stay at Hua Lin Serviced Apartments at Qian Cun Pu Road, Zhan Pian District in Xiamen. Can you advise if it is conveniently located at the major shopping/ dining areas?
Jun. 10,2009 01:04
Mr.Hank replied:
As I know that this hotel is about 6 kilometers away from the city center for shopping. But, it has convenient transportation~
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Jun. 6,2009 01:11 Reply
Mr.yus(malaysia) said:
I am from Malaysia, going to spend a 7 days holiday between Xiamen and Quanzhou, from 30july to 6 August. What important place to travel, can someone give me suggestion?
Jun. 6,2009 04:41
Ms.Evelyn(China) replied:
In Xiamen, you can visit the Gulangyu Island, the Nanputuo Temple. In Quanzhou, you can go to see the Tianhou Palace and the Mt. Qingyuan.
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May. 29,2009 01:35 Reply
Ms.ANNA(MONGOLIA) said:
PLEASE TELL ME HOW CAN I FIND DELL FACTORY IN XIAMEN CITY ?
Jun. 3,2009 19:54
Mr.Tom replied:
The Dell Factory is located at 2388/2366, Jinshang Road, Xiamen City. The city-bus 37, 81, 41, 91 and 519 could lead you there~