Xiamen · 厦门
Xiamen is a coastal city in Fujian with a strong tradition in tea and natural stone trade, and a common gateway to Taiwan. It combines a historic colonial center on Gulangyu Island with a strong export economy.
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What to see
Gulangyu Island (鼓浪屿)
Former car-free international settlement, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Nanputuo Temple
One of the most important Buddhist temples in southern China
Xiamen University
Considered one of the most beautiful universities in China
Zhongshan Road
Main pedestrian shopping street
Huandao Waterfront
Coastal promenade for watching the sunset
Getting around
Xiamen's metro connects the airport with downtown and the fair venue (XICEC). The ferry to Gulangyu Island departs from downtown itself.
In mainland China, Google, Gmail, WhatsApp and Instagram aren't accessible without a VPN arranged before you travel (it can't be installed once you've arrived). Hong Kong doesn't have this restriction.
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Frequently asked questions about Xiamen
When is the best time to visit Xiamen?
March-May and September-November; avoid July-September due to typhoon season.
Do I need a visa to visit Xiamen?
Always check the current visa policy for your nationality before traveling: China has expanded short-stay visa exemptions to several European nationalities in recent years, but the conditions change frequently. For longer stays or multiple entries, consider arranging a business (M) visa in advance.
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Xiamen is part of the Fujian cluster
Footwear and sportswear (one of the world's largest clusters), plus tea and natural stone products.
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