Nestled in southeast China, Fujian is an attractive coastal province steeped in millennia of cultural heritage and seafaring history. As a significant hub of the Maritime Silk Road, its cities, such as Xiamen, Fuzhou and Quanzhou, developed a cosmopolitan outlook, and travelers can also be surprised by the international linkages in its food, architecture, language and people.

With several sites on the UNESCO World Heritage List, such as the Wuyi Mountains, Fujian Tulou and Gulangyu Island, there's no shortage of things to do and see when you visit the region.

The province is also home to many historical sites. Of particular note are the magnificent South Putuo Temple in Xiamen, Three Lanes and Seven Alleys in Fuzhou and the Fujian Tulous scattered across the province.

In addition, it is especially for the beauty of the landscapes that a visit to Fujian is recommended. To the north, the Wuyi Mountains Nature Reserve offers awe-inspiring wonders, stunning landscapes as well as the opportunity to explore a paradise for hiking and trekking. To the south, Gulangyu Island enables you to soak up the sun while feasting your eyes on splendid coastal scenery, colonial architecture, and numerous interesting museums.

Thanks to its location and subtropical climate, Fujian is a wonderland of tropical fruits where you can get your fill of oranges, pomelos, pineapples, lychees, longans and bananas. Tea and medicinal herbs are also produced there. In addition, fishing is highly developed along the coast and therefore seafood is a key element of the local cuisine.

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