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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…
You can't visit Xiamen without exploring Gulangyu—Stroll through centuries-old colonial architecture,And let the sea breeze heal your soul on this romantic island.
The weather in Xiamen has been perfect lately. I hiked up to the summit of Daping Mountain during sunset—the view was absolutely stunning! Measured on the map, it's about 10km in a straight line to the airport, and even with a 70-300mm lens, capturing clear shots of the planes was challenging.