Things to do in Fuqing

Yonghong Wildlife Park is located in Fuqing, Fuzhou. The day I visited, it wasn't crowded, allowing for a leisurely approachable interaction with the animals. The entire park can be explored in about 3 hours. Due to the cold weather, many animals weren't out, and the park felt rather quiet with few visitors. The wildlife park offers animal shows; the forest theater and the Siberian tiger diving performance in the morning are worth watching.

This is a rare alpine grassland in the south. It is lush in summer, with scattered cattle and cool breezes. There is a certain slope when hiking up the mountain, but the journey is not far, the degree of commercialization is low, and it is relatively primitive.

Everyone says that if you come to Fuqing, you must go to Shizu Mountain! Night tour is a beautiful choice! It was already seven o'clock after dinner, so we drove there! Go straight from the parking lot to the reservoir! Continue walking forward after reaching the reservoir, and then follow the bluestone road to the gate of Shizhu Mountain! 1,400 steps, officially started! Go straight up! Stop and go! Bluestone steps! The evening breeze blows gently! Stop when you are tired👣, there is a courtyard to rest every few dozen meters! Stop and go, don't overwork, don't force yourself! It's like life! There are many temples along the way! The fragrance of incense hits you in the face! Feel the power of compassion! Sincerity is the key, kowtow three times devoutly! Make a wish secretly! ​Continue forward, The night view of Shizhu Mountain is refreshing! Looking down from a high place, overlooking the green mountains and green waters! Feel the insignificance of life! It's just a living being! It takes less than an hour to reach the Qimeng Hall. The devout believers, with a straw mat and a quilt, sleep on the ground, looking forward to the guidance of the gods! It is said that if you ask for something here, it will be answered, and you will be told in your dreams! Continue to go up to the Zhuangyuan Pavilion! If you have the energy, you can still insist on going up! It is said that from above, you can look far and wide and see the night view of Fuqing. It's okay during the day! Beat the Zhuangyuan drum and wear a Zhuangyuan costume! Summary: Shizhu Mountain in Fuqing is full of mysterious colors! Not long ago, big stars: Yang Mi and Huang Xiaoming came here for a visit. It's worth a visit!

The idea was first proposed in 1992 and it was finally completed in 2013. It was not easy. I didn't expect so many people to donate to build it, and the amount was not small. This shows the importance of the bridge. It has shortened the distance between Pingtan Island and the mainland. It only takes one hour to reach the county from Changle Airport.

It's very big inside. If you are bringing children, you don't have to go too deep to play. It is simply a paradise for children. If adults come, just hike and get close to nature. Don't come too late. You can walk inside for at least half a day. The one-way route goes back and forth. Pay attention to maintain your physical strength. The signs are less obvious the further you go inside. Be careful not to get lost. The gate closes at 5 o'clock. If you are not driving by yourself, be sure to catch the last bus at 5 o'clock (get to the gate early to wait) to go down the mountain. Because it is located in a remote area, it will be very difficult to get a taxi. The driver may not drive all the way up the mountain to pick you up.

The dream-praying tradition of Jiuxian Temple can be traced back to the Song Dynasty. It is said that a poor scholar stayed here at that time and was guided by an immortal in his dream. Since then, the custom of dream-praying has spread. Pilgrims first pray sincerely in front of the nine immortals and express their wishes. Then they take two wooden blocks for divination and shake them. If one is right and the other is wrong, they can go to the straw mat behind the main hall or the big bunk bed in the dream-praying cave to sleep, hoping for the guidance of the immortals in their dreams.

When visiting Fuzhou, a leisurely stroll through the Three Lanes and Seven Alleys is a must. Walking on the cool cobblestone streets, looking up at the staggered saddle-shaped walls, white walls and gray tiles, you'll see the quintessential old Fuzhou. No need to rush to see the must-see spots; just wander into any alley, and you'll find ancient houses and courtyards brimming with stories. The streets are bustling with the aroma of everyday life—meat dumplings, fish balls, and peanut soup fill the air—a truly blissful experience as you stroll and savor the delicious treats.

Ms. Zheng Liling gave an excellent explanation of the entire history of the Shipyard and the modern navy. She explained it very clearly, and the children listened attentively. It's a museum well worth visiting, especially since it wasn't crowded. However, the distance from the parking lot to the museum was quite far, and with the rain and the fear of being late, we bought tickets for the electric shuttle bus before we arrived. We were very grateful to Ms. Zheng for patiently waiting for us for a while.

At the mouth of the Minjiang River, in Mawei, lie the awakening marks of China's modern coastal defense. Entering the Shipyard Culture Scenic Area, one is immediately struck by the warship-shaped exterior of the Shipyard Culture Museum. Inside the five-story exhibition hall, models of the "Yangwu" warship and graduation papers from Shipyard students vividly recount the turbulent years since Zuo Zongtang founded the Shipyard in 1866. Turning a corner, the solemn atmosphere of the Mawei Naval Battle Memorial Hall, with its green-tiled roofs and upturned eaves, is palpable. Before the memorial tablets of 736 martyrs, yellowed battle reports evoke a sense of sorrow. Climbing the Luoxing Pagoda, the magnificent sight of thousands of sails racing on the Minjiang River comes into view. This "Chinese Pagoda" once guided countless ships. The overhead cranes of the old engine room still stand; in a trance, the roar of machinery and the sound of students reciting their lessons from a century ago seem to blend into the riverside breeze.