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Best Things to Do
Top 10 Best Things to Do in Putian [2025]
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Meizhou Island
4.3
/5
1425 reviews
7.4
From SAR 51.62
Based on 44 reviews
Meizhou Island | 45 km from downtown
Phone +864009189966
Address: Meizhou Island, Xiuyu, Putian, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-3 days
No. 1 of Family-friendly Attractions in Putian
Highlights:
Mazu festival attracts many believers
Mazu's grand birthday celebration
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The owner and his wife were very welcoming. They picked us up at the pier. The ground floor was stocked with fruit, peanuts grown by the owner, and mints—very thoughtful. The B&B has an elevator and is very clean. The breakfast was very hearty, with small, farm-raised eggs—amazing! I left my phone watch behind, and the owner immediately sent it to me. I had a wonderful trip to Meizhou Island. Thank you very much!
The location is amazing! It's a 3-minute walk to the beach. The kids love it here. It's a very beautiful island. The B&B is clean and hygienic. WiFi, hot water, and air conditioning are OK. This is enough. The room is very cost-effective. One room can accommodate two people in a standard room.
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Jiuli Lake Panoramic
4.5
/5
1288 reviews
6.1
Based on 12 reviews
18.4 km from downtown
Phone +8605947291886
Address: Xianyou, Putian, Fujian, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Glass walkway & waterfall view
Unique dream culture & creek
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The hotel has been open for many years and still maintains its quality! The rooms are clean and comfortable, the facilities are complete, the location is excellent, the front desk staff is attentive and considerate, and the food is delicious. I am very satisfied with my stay and would recommend it to everyone!
Taking advantage of the recent rain, we walked along the scenery towards the waterfall. The scenery along the way was beautiful! You can choose to take a car on the way back. We walked down and it was very tiring, so you should consider it carefully! 😂😂😂
Ancestral Mazu Temple of Meizhou
4.6
/5
221 reviews
5.6
From SAR 47.41
Meizhou Island | 42.7 km from downtown
Phone +8605945094688
Address: Xiuyu, Putian, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 hour
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Weizhou Island Mazu Ancient Temple, with historical monuments, is the birthplace of the global Mazu faith, the temple architecture is spectacular, Mazu is like affinity, and the Mazu culture of Haitang River Qing! Weizhou Island Mazu New Temple, with wood, gold, jade and other Mazu statues, forming the five-way Mazu statues of gold, wood, water, fire, earth, it is worth looking up! After the cultural landscape tour, the Goosemei Strange Stone Hall is a large place, granite after thousands of years of seawater washed, forming a blue sea, blue sky, strange stone landscape.
I think 70% of the people who come to Meizhou Island must visit the Mazu Temple on Meizhou Island. It is not only beautiful during the day, but also very good at night. When night falls and the lights are on, you can take another nice photo.
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Nanri Island
4.6
/5
91 reviews
5.2
56.7 km from downtown
Address: Nanrizhen, Xiuyu, Putian, Fujian, China, 351174
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 day
No. 2 of Family-friendly Attractions in Putian
Highlights:
Emperor Mountain: Behold the Two-Faced Marvel
Overlook magnificent island views from Jiuzhongshan summit
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When you come to the beach, you must watch the sunrise. The sunrise on Nanri Island is also within my plan. The whole waiting time for the sunrise is very long, but when you see the sun rising from the sea level month by month and getting brighter and brighter, all the time waiting is so worth it. There are very few people watching the sunrise on Nanri Island, and I am the only one waiting alone on the beach.
Holidays to Nanri Island, do not need to look at the back of the head! Hotel and B&B are relatively cost-effective, you can choose the accommodation you think is suitable. Local transportation, you can find simple fishermen to ask how to rent electric cars. If you want to experience fishing or eating seafood on the fishing row, it is recommended to do a guide in advance. Some seasons are very windy and waves, pay attention to avoid! Nanri Island has many outlying islands, small islands, and the scenery is beautiful!
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South Shaolin Temple Site
4.1
/5
114 reviews
5.0
Based on 13 reviews
10.1 km from downtown
Phone +8605942899371
Address: Licheng, Putian, Fujian, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
No. 1 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Putian
Highlights:
Northern Song Stone Trough Reveals Southern Shaolin History
Zhao Puchu's temple name calligraphy
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The ticket to Nan Shaolin Temple is 30 yuan, which is very affordable. The temple has a long history, a quiet environment, and the martial arts performances are wonderful and eye-opening. The architecture in the temple is simple and elegant, the incense is prosperous, and the atmosphere of blessing is strong. Overall, it is a very rewarding cultural and martial arts journey.
Nan Shaolin Temple is one of the important dojo of Chinese Zen Buddhism and also one of the birthplaces of martial arts culture. Here are some detailed information about Nan Shaolin Temple:
• Geographical location: Nan Shaolin Temple is located in Linshan Village, Xiajiulian Mountain, Xitianwei Town, Licheng District, Putian City, Fujian Province, about 17 kilometers away from the city. There are also materials mentioning that Nan Shaolin Temple is located at the foot of Dongyue Mountain, Qingyuan Mountain, Quanzhou City, Fujian Province.
• Historical background: The history of Nan Shaolin Temple can be traced back to the Tang Dynasty. It is said that it was founded by the disciples of Bodhidharma. There are a large number of precious cultural relics and historical sites preserved in the temple, such as the statue of Bodhidharma and the statue of Thousand-handed Guanyin, which are important physical materials for studying ancient Chinese Buddhist culture. Nan Shaolin Temple was formerly known as "Linquan Temple". It was built in the first year of Yongding of the Southern Dynasty Chen (557). By the Jiayou period of the Northern Song Dynasty (1056-1063), this temple had formed a very prosperous martial arts style and became the center of martial arts activities in the southeast coast of my country.
• Tourism information:
• Ticket price: free
• Opening hours: 6:00-18:00 (recommended to go before 17:00); some information also mentions that the opening hours are 9:00-17:00.
• Transportation Guide: You can drive or take bus No. D15. Public transportation stops include bus No. 19 to Qiaoxiang Gymnasium Station, 1.3 kilometers on foot; bus No. 17 to Tianan Road North Section (Mary Hospital) Station, 1.7 kilometers on foot; bus No. 3 to Dongmen Station, 2.3 kilometers on foot. Quanzhou Jinjiang International Airport, Quanzhou Station, and Jinjiang Station are all accessible by public transportation.
• Wushu performances: Training Hall (enter from the entrance of the Great Medical Hall), every Saturday and Sunday at 12:30, 14:30, and 15:30 (no performances from Monday to Friday, and the number of performances will generally increase during holidays).
Nan Shaolin Temple is not only a religious place, but also a comprehensive tourist destination that integrates martial arts culture, natural scenery, and leisure and entertainment. Here, visitors can gain an in-depth understanding of Chinese Buddhist culture and appreciate the charm of Southern Shaolin martial arts, while also enjoying the beauty of nature and a comfortable leisure atmosphere.
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