Quanzhou has become a hit, you must come and see!

Quanzhou has been unexpectedly popular for two years now! I know you all are attracted by Quanzhou's World Heritage sites, and the 'half city of fireworks, half city of immortals' vibe. After you've checked off the walkable World Heritage sites in the city area, if you have half a day left, I suggest you visit Luoyang Bridge. If you have another half day, I strongly recommend you visit the Gushao Tower in Shishi, and also try some of Shishi's delicious food, to experience the old and traditional atmosphere of this small town. 💡Attraction Guide: Gushao Tower is built on Baogai Mountain in Shishi, also known as the Wanshou Tower. It served as an ancient lighthouse and has a history of over 800 years. The tower is five stories tall, measuring 21.65 meters. If the East and West Pagodas of Kaiyuan Temple are elegant, then Gushao Tower is somewhat short and stout. Since Baogai Mountain itself is over 200 meters above sea level, the Gushao Tower built at the highest point of the mountain can be seen from dozens of kilometers away, visually more imposing than the East and West Pagodas. 🏔Baogai Mountain itself is a huge rock mountain, and it's quite interesting to climb. It's not very high, but it takes about half an hour to reach the top. On a clear day, the view of Shishi city and the sunset from the mountain is beautiful, and you can also see the distant bay. On windy days, the wind on the mountain is super strong, and it feels like you could be blown away. 🚗Transportation: Self-driving or taking a taxi is recommended. There is a relatively large parking lot at the foot of the mountain which is convenient for parking. Taking a taxi is also convenient since it's not far from Shishi city center. If you take the bus, the bus stop is a bit far from the mountain. 📸Photo Spots: 1. There's a Sanyuan Zen Temple at the foot of the mountain that's quite beautiful, especially the intricate and exquisite roof. 2. There's a stone gate when you officially start climbing the mountain, and the road there is directly aligned with Gushao Tower, making it a good spot for photos. 3. Before climbing the last part of the rock mountain, there's a fork in the road where there's a path that's very photogenic, and you can also take pictures of the mountain behind it, which is also quite picturesque. 4. The best spot to photograph Gushao Tower is at the pavilion on the east side, which is perfectly positioned. 5. At the top of the mountain, below the pagoda, you can take pictures of Shishi city, the sunset, and the distant blue bay. 🌠Warm Tips: Make sure to go on a sunny day! Only on a sunny day will the photos turn out well!!! It's windy on the mountain, so bring an extra piece of clothing. Lastly, be sure to protect yourself from the sun and insects.