Haicang District, Xiamen, Fujian – an ecological coastal new city and a sacred place of Minnan culture, featuring Tianzhu Mountain Forest Park, Qingjiao Ciji Palace, Haicang Bay Park, Daping Mountain Country Park and other characteristic scenic spots. Experience natural ecology and cultural heritage in a 2-day 1-night tour.
Forest Exploration, Ancient Palace Tracing, Bay Strolls, Cultural Experiences
Stroll along Haicang Bay Park in the morning to enjoy the sea view; visit Qingjiao Ciji Palace in the afternoon to learn about Minnan medical culture; visit Haicang Bridge Tourism Area in the evening to watch the beautiful sunset.
Explore Tianzhu Mountain Forest Park in the morning to enjoy forest bathing; visit Daping Mountain Country Park in the afternoon to overlook the entire view of Haicang; experience local characteristic food in the evening.
A special snack in Haicang, made by boiling fresh sipunculid worms (tusun) and cooling them into jelly. It has a chewy texture, served with minced garlic, soy sauce, vinegar and other seasonings, tastes delicious, and has the effect of nourishing yin and reducing fire.
A traditional snack in Haicang, made by mixing fresh local oysters with sweet potato flour and chopped green onions, then frying until golden and crispy. It is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, served with sweet and spicy sauce, with a strong seafood flavor.
A classic Minnan dish, made by stewing local muscovy duck with old ginger and rice wine. The duck meat is tender and fragrant, with a strong ginger flavor, which has the effect of dispelling cold and keeping warm. It is a common dish at banquets in Haicang.
A traditional dessert in Haicang, made of glutinous rice as the skin, wrapped with peanut crumbs, sesame seeds, white sugar and other fillings, and coated with peanut powder outside. It has a soft and sweet taste and is a must-have snack for festivals.