Xiamen is a "Garden City on the Sea" gently embraced by the sea breeze，with both a fresh artistic charm and the warm everyday atmosphere of local life～

City Vibe

Artistic and refreshing：the piano melodies of Gulangyu Island，the cafés of Shapowei，and the bicycle bells along Huandao Road all reveal the poetry of slow living

Open and inclusive：as a Special Economic Zone and a hometown of overseas Chinese，Xiamen blends Chinese and Western cultures，with diverse architectural styles ranging from Southeast Asian arcade buildings to an international architectural showcase

Clean and livable：with abundant urban greenery and good air quality，Xiamen has been rated as a livable city many times，suitable for both retirement and extended stays

Geography and Climate

Geographical location：in southeastern Fujian Province，consisting of Xiamen Island，Gulangyu Island，and mainland areas，with major attractions concentrated in Siming District on the island

Climate features：a subtropical maritime climate，warm and humid，with no severe cold throughout the year，but typhoons in summer and northeast winds in winter

Best seasons：March-May and September-November are the most comfortable，avoiding the summer heat and winter cold winds

Cultural Features

Minnan culture：speaking the Minnan dialect，worshiping Mazu，and drinking Gongfu tea，with traditional folk customs well preserved

Overseas Chinese hometown culture：Jimei School Village founded by Mr. Tan Kah Kee，featuring distinctive Kah Kee-style architecture

Marine culture：living by the sea and from the sea，seafood is the star of the dining table，with a long history of fishing and maritime transport

Food Flavors

Flavor profile：slightly sweet and umami，emphasizing original flavors，with little spiciness and plenty of soups

Signature foods：Satay Noodles，Oyster Omelet，Ginger Duck，Tusun Jelly，Four-Fruit Soup，Peanut Soup，and more

Snack hubs：The Eighth Market，Zhongshan Road，Shapowei，Zengcuoan

Travel Experience

Suitable for：couple vacations，family trips，senior wellness travel，and artistic young travelers

Travel pace：best for slow travel，not recommended to rush around，2-3 attractions a day is enough

Core experiences：seeing the sea，eating seafood，strolling old streets，photographing architecture，drinking coffee，watching the sunset