Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Sights & Activities
The most absorbing part of Xiamen is near the western (waterfront) district,
directly opposite the small island of Gulang Yu.
NANPUTUO TEMPLE
( Nanputuo Si; Siming Nanlu; admission ¥3; 8am-6pm)
This Buddhist
temple complex on the southern side of Xiamen is one of the most famous
temples among the Fujianese, and is also considered a pilgrimage site by ded-
icated followers from Southeast Asia. The temple has been repeatedly des-
troyed and rebuilt.
Take bus 1 from the train station or bus 21, 45, 48 or 503 from Zhongshan
Lu to reach the temple.
Buddhist
Sleeping
Xiamen is a popular, year-round destination in China, so making a reservation
well in advance is essential.
21 HOWTEL $$
( 205 0321;
www.21howtel.com
,
in Chinese; 21 Huaxin Lu; 21 s ¥238, tw
¥268-388; )
Tucked away in a tranquil neighbourhood of 1950s man-
sions, this quaint old villa has 14 rooms, every one of which is different. The
whole place is a combination of clean and homey. Booking is a pain, though.
Walk in and try your luck, or reserve at least three weeks in advance.
Hotel
HOTEL INDIGO XIAMEN HARBOUR $$$
( Xiamen Haigang Yindige Jiudian; 226 1666;
www.hotelindigo.com
;
16
Lujiang Dao; 16 d ¥2600-3600, discounts around 50%; )
This newest
chain hotel addition to the waterfront district is a balance between funky and
kitschy in its design and decor. Both business travellers and tourists will appre-
Hotel
