Kaiyuan Temple on West Street in Quanzhou, a journey through time and ancient charm

#AprilGoodDestinations2025 Kaiyuan Temple on West Street in Quanzhou, a journey through time and ancient charm Want to experience the ancient charm of Quanzhou? You must not miss Quanzhou West Street and Kaiyuan Temple! These two places are adjacent to each other, with ancient streets and ancient temples. From ancient life to thousand-year-old temples, the whole way is full of rich historical charm. Next, I will share the guide with you. 🚗Transportation Guide Quanzhou West Street and Kaiyuan Temple are located in the city center with convenient transportation. If you take the bus, there are many lines to get there, such as Line 1, Line 2, Line 6, etc., and you can get off at the "Kaiyuan Temple" station. If you choose to ride a shared bicycle, it is also very convenient and there are many parking spots. For friends who drive, there is a paid parking lot nearby, but the traffic volume is heavy on weekends and holidays, so it is recommended to leave early to avoid traffic jams and the trouble of finding parking spaces. 🌟 Tour highlights 1. Kaiyuan Temple: With towering ancient trees and majestic East and West Towers, the temple is a landmark of Quanzhou. The Main Hall is magnificent, the Buddha statues inside the hall are solemn and dignified, and there is also an exquisite caisson ceiling, which must be appreciated carefully. Taking a stroll here, you can feel the strong Buddhist atmosphere and the exquisite craftsmanship of the ancients, which is super photogenic. 2. Quanzhou West Street: Walk out of Kaiyuan Temple and you can visit West Street! This ancient street has preserved a large number of ancient houses from southern Fujian, and along the street are various specialty shops, some selling traditional Quanzhou snacks and some selling handicrafts. Eat as you walk, rice dumplings, noodle soup, and spring rolls, every bite has the authentic Quanzhou flavor. ⏰Opening hours Kaiyuan Temple is usually open from 8 am to 5 pm, so be careful not to miss the time. Quanzhou West Street is bustling all day long. You can experience the city life during the day, and it is a completely different scene at night when the lights are bright. ❗Notes When visiting Kaiyuan Temple, please keep quiet and respect the religious beliefs and customs within the temple. When walking in West Street, there are a lot of people, so please take care of your personal belongings. In addition, some snack shops are small but the taste is authentic, so don’t miss them.