The capital of Fujian province has 2,000 years of history, with ancient temples alongside modern universities. Visitors can swim in the strait, walk in Gulou Park, or join local food markets.
Fuzhou, the capital of China's Fujian province, stretches along the Min River with over 7 million residents. Walk through the Ming-era mansions in Three Lanes and Seven Alleys, admire the 1,000-year-old wooden pillars at Hualin Temple, or watch fishing boats return with their catch at Mawei harbor. You'll smell the aroma of fish ball soup and oyster cakes from street vendors, and can stroll past ancient pagodas in West Lake park, where locals have gathered since 282 CE.
Getting Around Fuzhou
Take the Fuzhou Metro's Line 1 from Sanchajie to Baihu, or Line 2 from Yangli to Suyang (five more lines are under construction). Taxis start at ¥10 for trips within the city. From Fuzhou Changle International Airport, a 60-minute drive brings you to the city center. High-speed trains connect to Xiamen (90 minutes) and Wenzhou (3 hours) at speeds up to 250 km/h.
Ancient Streets and Architecture
Walk through Three Lanes and Seven Alleys district in central Fuzhou to see 268 preserved residences from the Ming and Qing dynasties. Stone-paved lanes lead between traditional houses with upturned eaves, carved wooden screens, and interior courtyards typical of Fujian architecture. At Hualin Temple, built in 964, step into the main hall to see intricate wooden brackets and beams that have stood since the Song Dynasty.
Local Food Scene
In Fuzhou's kitchens, cooks prepare fish balls by hand, stuffing each with seasoned minced pork. Try "bian rou" - paper-thin meat dumplings in clear broth - or watch street vendors flip crispy oyster cakes on hot griddles. Evening markets pop up across the city, particularly along Bayiqi Road, where you can taste rice scroll soup and sweet guong bian pastries filled with red bean paste.
Parks and Nature
Walk across stone bridges connecting the islands of West Lake park, where red-painted pavilions reflect in the water. The park's layout dates from 282 CE, with added gardens and temples from later dynasties. In Fuzhou National Forest Park, hiking trails wind through bamboo groves and pine forests. At the Min River estuary in Mawei district, watch egrets wade through wetlands while fishing boats navigate the channels.
Weather and Timing
Temperatures in Fuzhou range from 10°C in January to 35°C in July. Visit in April-May for clear skies and temperatures around 22°C, or come in September-October when crowds thin out and rain becomes less frequent. Summer brings humidity and occasional typhoons, while winter stays mild with occasional light rain.
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