Fuzhou

Fuzhou

Located in the lower reaches of the Min River, Fuzhou is the capital city of Fujian Province. Situated in the eastern part of Fujian, it serves as the economy, politics, culture and transport center of the province. It is so named after a mountain situated in the north called Mt. Fu.

Additionally, many banyans were planted in the Song Dynasty (960-1279), and now provide shade for the entire city giving it another name - Rong Cheng (Banyan City).

Besides, the city is renowned for both quality and quantity of hot springs throughout China. The cultured sights of this city are not as overwhelming as many of the top attractions in China, but the modern infrastructures of supporting establishments for tourism are complete, and a dazzling array of local dishes and snacks await your patronage.

The weather of Fuzhou is comfortable, affording tourists the opportunity to visit the city all the year round, especially between April and November. It is a tourist city that boasts both natural and manmade sights. Famous mountains include Mt.Gu, Qi, Shizhu, Baiyan and Xuefeng etc. Famous temples include Yongquan, Xichan, Linyang, Fahai and Yunju etc.

Famous tombs like Tomb of Lin Zexu etc. Famous gardens include West Lake etc. Famous towers include the White, Wu and Luoxing etc. and famous bridges including Wanshou and Longjiang etc. and also many former residences of celebrated historical figures. More attractions are: Earth Towers of the Hakkas and Mount Wuyi. You may find that there are far too many things to see here in one short trip.

Things to do in Fuzhou

■ Visit Earth Towers of the Hakkas
■ Discover Minjiang Park
■ Xichan Temple
■ Visit West Lake Park
■ Visit Lin Zexu Memorial Hall
■ Visit Zhuzifang Block
■ Discover Mt. Gu
■ Explore Fuzhou National Forest Park

Stay in Fuzhou

■ InterContinental Fuzhou
■ Sheraton Fuzhou Hotel
■ Foreign Trade Center Hotel
■ Meilun Hotel
■ Apollo Hotel
■ Fuzhou Spring Hotel
■ Fujian Minjiang Hotel
■ Golden Hotel