Chinatodo
Fujian cuisine (闽菜 mǐn cài), rooted in the coastal and mountainous landscapes of Fujian Province, masterfully blends fresh seafood, wild mushrooms, and sweet-savory flavors. Known for its soups, delicate knife skills, and use of red yeast rice (红糟 hóng zāo), here are 10 dishes that define Fujian’s culinary soul—from imperial banquets to humble street eats. 1. Buddha Jumps Over the Wall (佛跳墙 fó tiào qiáng) Origin: Fuzhou, Qing DynastyLegend: A fragrant stew so enticing that monks allegedly leaped temple walls to taste it.Ingredients: Abalone, sea cucumber, shark fin, quail eggs, and aged Shaoxing…
The "Three Lanes" refer to the alleys on the left side of Nanhou Street, namely Guanglu Lane, Wenru Lane, and Yijin Lane. The "Seven Alleys" consist of Jibi Alley, Gong Alley, Anmin Alley, Huang Alley, Ta Alley, Langguan Alley, and Yangqiao Alley. This historic district is acclaimed as the "Living Fossil of China's Ancient Urban Lane System", and has been designated as a National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit and a 5A-rated free scenic spot.
The charm of Fuzhou lies in its ubiquitous banyan trees. In spring, Fuzhou resembles a vast forest—just look up, and your eyes will be filled with lush greenery. The air carries the fragrance of flowers and plants, leaves drift slowly from the trees, and the crisp chirping of birds seems to sing of spring's beauty.
The retro Western-style buildings on Yantai Mountain are bathed in a golden glow, while the upturned eaves of Jinshan Temple shimmer in the Min River's reflection. Zhenhai Tower gazes over the city’s twilight, and the flowing traffic on Minjiang Bridge paints streaks of light. On Jiangxin Island, reeds sway in the warm orange hues of the evening breeze, and the cables of Gushan Bridge pull up the entire sunset sky. The cruise ships at "Heart of Minjiang" sound their horns, the glass facades of Taijiang Financial Street ignite with lights,…