Xiuyu District Travel, Putian City, Fujian Province
Xiuyu District, Putian City, Fujian Province – the birthplace of Chinese Mazu culture, featuring attractions such as Meizhou Island, Mazu Ancestral Temple, and Emeiwei Mountain Stone Garden. Experience the deep integration of marine culture and thousands of years of Mazu belief in a 2-day & 1-night tour.
2-Day & 1-Night Marine Culture Tour in Xiuyu District
Mazu Pilgrimage, Explore Strange Stones by the Sea, Walk on the Beach, Taste Fisherman's Food
Board Meizhou Island in the morning and pay homage to Mazu Ancestral Temple to feel the power of faith; stroll along Golden Beach in the afternoon to experience coastal fun; taste fisherman's cuisine at night and enjoy the island's night view.
- Meizhou Island Sea View Homestay
- Inns around Mazu Ancestral Temple
- Resort Hotels on the Island
- Mazu Peace Cake
- Fried Oyster Omelette
- Steamed Crabs
- Fish Ball Soup
- Fisherman's Seafood Porridge
- Purchase ferry tickets in advance for boarding the island, reservations are recommended during peak seasons
- Keep quiet in the ancestral temple and respect religious customs
- Pay attention to sun protection for beach activities, prepare swimsuits and beach shoes
- Low tide in the evening is suitable for beachcombing, check the tide table in advance
Explore Emeiwei Mountain Stone Garden in the morning to admire the spectacular coastal erosion landforms; visit Xianlianggang Tianhou Ancestral Shrine in the afternoon to trace the history of Mazu's birthplace; return in the evening to end the trip.
- Take a bus from Putian urban area to Wenjia Wharf, then take a ferry to Meizhou Island
- Sightseeing buses connect various attractions on Meizhou Island
- Xianlianggang can be reached directly by bus from Putian urban area
- Taxi ride between attractions takes about 20-30 minutes
- Meizhou Island Ticket: ¥65
- Mazu Ancestral Temple: Free (some exhibition halls charge fees)
- Emeiwei Mountain Stone Garden: ¥20
- Xianlianggang Tianhou Ancestral Shrine: ¥15
- Round-trip Ferry: ¥50
- Strong coastal winds at Emeiwei Mountain Stone Garden, it is recommended to prepare windproof clothing
- There are Mazu's birthday sacrificial activities in Xianlianggang, check the time in advance
- Recommended souvenirs: Mazu cultural and creative products, dried seafood
- Many tourists during peak seasons (legal holidays), it is recommended to travel during off-peak hours
Must-Try Foods in Xiuyu District
Mazu Peace Cake
A specialty pastry of Xiuyu, named for its connection with Mazu culture. Made with glutinous rice, peanuts, and sesame, it has a soft and sweet taste, symbolizing peace and good luck, and is a traditional festival food in the local area.
Putian Fried Oyster Omelette
A classic seafood snack in Xiuyu, made with fresh oysters as the main ingredient, fried with sweet potato starch and eggs. It is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and tastes better with special spicy sauce, being a representative of fisherman's cuisine.
Razor Clam Soup
A special coastal soup in Xiuyu, made with local specialty razor clams as the main ingredient and mixed with sweet potato starch. It has a smooth and tender taste and a delicious flavor, with a strong fisherman's style.
Fish Ball Soup
A traditional snack in Xiuyu, made by beating fresh sea fish into fish balls. It has a chewy texture and is served with clear soup, tasting sweet and delicious, being a must-have soup for local banquets.
- Spring (March-May): Mild climate, suitable for island tours
- Autumn (September-November): Fewer typhoons, suitable for coastal activities
- Large-scale sacrificial activities are held during Mazu's birthday (23rd day of the 3rd lunar month) and Mazu's ascension day (9th day of the 9th lunar month)
- Mazu Peace Cake
- Fried Oyster Omelette
- Razor Clam Soup
- Fish Ball Soup
- Steamed Grouper
- Tickets and Ferry: About ¥150-200
- Accommodation: ¥150-400 per night
- Catering: ¥80-150 per day
- Transportation: ¥60-120
- Total: ¥400-800
- How to get to Meizhou Island? → Take a ferry from Wenjia Wharf in Putian for about 15 minutes
- How long to visit Mazu Ancestral Temple? → 2-3 hours recommended
- Are there charging piles on the island? → Charging piles are available at major attractions and hotels
- What are the special souvenirs in Xiuyu? → Dried seafood, Mazu cultural and creative products, Peace Cake