Gulangyu Island, Xiamen, China Walkabout (Part 1)
Gulangyu Island, Xiamen, China Walkabout (Part 1)
Although the previous day, i had very little knowledge of this beautiful island off the coast of Xiamen, i took a walk around and enjoyed the scenery and soaked up all the history.
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A Trip to Gulangyu Island, Xiamen, China
Gulangyu is one of the unique island in Xiamen. It's buildings comprises of the same architecture as that of the British. Join me as I go through this wonderful island.
[Walking tour 漫步遊] Gulangyu Island Xiamen China 厦門 鼓浪嶼 街景
Look around Gulangyu Island in Xiamen, China
Gulangyu is an small island (1.78km2) next to major city called Xiamen (old name Amoi). According to Nanjing treaty of 1842, Amoi port was opened to foreign trade and in 1902 European settlements was established on Gulangyu island. There were businesses, hospitals, schools, churches etc everything one needs for life. Houses had electricity, sewage system etc. In 1949, foreigners settlement was ended.
Today island is a bit run down, but that makes it so attractive as most of houses were left with little maintenance. Surely there are many new buildings and waterfront is reinforced. Roads are covered in asphalt concrete cover. They also have KFC and McDonalds on island.
Island has nice night view while looking from island towards Xiamen. I liked it even better than HongKong night view.
Gulangyu Island, Xiamen, China Walkabout (Part 2)
Gulangyu Island, Xiamen, China Walkabout (Part 2)
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China's Gulangyu island joins UNESCO world heritage list
Gulangyu island in east China's Fujian Province, famous for its varied architecture and pedestrian-only policy, was included on the UNESCO World Heritage list, making China the country with the most sites on the list with 52.
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厦门鼓浪屿1日游 | Tour Gulangyu, Xiamen, China
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So today we are taking a trip to Gulangyu (Gulang Island) in Xiamen, China. It's a cute little island off to the shore of Xiamen. I absolutely fell in love with this island as it has history, culture, nature, and also modern insta worthy places lol.
Please note the boat times and purchase the tickets!
when you are free styling you still gotta plan ahead.
Gulangyu isn't too big, so one day is definitely enough.
The only must-see attraction is probably Ri Guang Rock (Sunlight Rock?) where you can climb up from multiple routes. Others are mainly museums, historical buildings, shops, and ruins, so you can just follow Baidu map and let it take you. Or, you can just be lost in time on this cute island and find yourself enjoying the slow time on the island.
鼓浪屿1日游非常的圆满，虽然我们把行程安排得太紧。 哈哈。
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1993 福建, 廈門市, 鼓浪嶼, Gulangyu Island, Xiamen, Fujian, China
Video was maken in year 1993.
福建, 廈門市, 鼓浪嶼, Gulangyu Island, Xiamen, Fujian, China
鄭緒嵐 ● 鼓浪嶼之波 [ 廈門鼓浪嶼 Gulangyu , Xiamen China ]
[Walking tour 漫步遊] Longtou Street Gulangyu Xiamen China 厦門鼓浪嶼龍頭小吃街蚵仔煎
Xiamen Amoy Gulangyu China |厦门 鼓浪屿 福建
Xiamen (Amoy) is a major city on the southeast (Taiwan Strait) coast of China. You may see inside/near the city: Gulangyu Island, South Putuo Temple, Xiamen University, Jimei, Hulishan Battery, Wanshiyan etc.
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A Day Trip To Gulangyu Island
It's my first trip to the famous Gulangyu Island. A small island located off coast of Xiamen, China. It's the end of winter so it's getting a little warm there but still manageable. Overall I had great fun but it's a very long walk as the island doesn't allow any motorcycle, car or even bicycle. To travel around, you either walk or take the electric buggy that will carry you from point A to B. Only 65,000 people is allowed to visit the island daily so you have to book your ferry ticket few days before.
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China Vlog 01 - Xiamen and Gulangyu Island
I'm off on a solo adventure. 5 cities in 17 days with $0 cash on hand, no cell coverage and only the expresssion Ni Hao to communicate with the locals. I'm excited for this challenge!
Under sea-Gulangyu, Xiamen China
Video taken by a friend on tour of Gulangyu Island
Under sea-Gulangyu, Xiamen China
Travel to Gulangyu
Pinas Sarap: Kara David, nag-food trip sa Gulangyu Island!
Bukod sa pagiging isang kilalang UNESCO World Heritage Site sa China, popular din sa mga turista ang Gulangyu Island dahil sa iba't ibang pagkain na mayroon dito. Ano-ano kaya ang mga pagkaing ito? 'Yan ang aalamin at titikman ni Kara David sa kanyang food trip dito.
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Incredible Journey - Gulangyu Island, Xiamen
The #1 tourist destination in Fujian Province, China.
Sunlight Rock at Gulangyu, Xiamen-China
Also known as Amoy, in the old days. Climbing the rock-stairs was a challenge as there was no 'rule' .... everyone was simply forcing his way up-or-down on the narrow stair.
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Hulishan Fortress (00:50-1:46)
Nanputuo Temple (1:46-3:14)
Zhongshan Road (3:14-4:12)
Gulangyu Island (4:12-5:06)
Xiamen Botanical Garden (5:06-6:15)
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Gulangyu Island Xiamen China 厦门鼓浪屿
Gulangyu Island is located just southwest of Xiamen City. Visitors can reach it by steamship from Xiamen City in about 5 minutes. Gulangyu Island is renowned for its delicate natural beauty, its ancient relics, and its varied architecture. The island is on China's list of National Scenic Spots and also ranks at the top of the list of the ten most-scenic areas in Fujian Province.
During the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), the island was called 'Yuanshazhou Island'. It got its present name from the huge reef surrounding it. When the tide comes in, the waves pound the reef and it sounds like the beating of a drum. The island came to be named 'Gulang'. Gu in Chinese means 'drum', and Lang, 'waves'.
During the later Ming Dynasty, the troops of national hero Zheng Chenggong were stationed here. After the Opium War in 1842, 13 countries including Great Britain, France and Japan established consulates, churches, and hospitals, turning the island into a common concession. In 1942, Japan occupied the island until the end of the War of Resistance against Japan.
Gulangyu Island has about 20,000 permanent residents, all of whom enjoy a comfortable, relaxing life. Only electric-powered vehicles are permitted on the island, so the environment is free from the noise and pollution of combustion engines. Breathing the clean air, appreciating the ever-present green trees and lovely flowers, anyone here can feel like they are in heaven. With classical and romantic European-style architecture, the island truly deserves to be called the'Architecture Museum'. It is also known as the 'Cradle of Musicians' and 'Island of Music' because of its reputation for music appreciation.
The Island Ring Road, which circles the island, allows you to fully enjoy all the sights of this small, charming island.
Among the many scenic spots on the island, the most attractive are Sunlight Rock and the Shuzhuang Garden.
Sunlight Rock
Sunlight Rock Scenic Spot
Sunlight Rock Scenic Spot
Located in the south-central part of the island, Sunlight Rock is the island's highest point with an altitude of 92.7 meters (304 feet). Though it may not rank with high mountain peaks, it appears superb and grand when seen from afar. The name comes from a sun-shaped formation in the granite. When the sun rises, the morning light illuminates the granite in Sunlight Temple and the rocks are bathed with sunlight.
At the foot of Sunlight Rock stands the Memorial Hall of Zheng Chenggong, built in honor of the hero's feats which include expelling the Dutch colonists and re-occupying Taiwan. Wandering up the steep rock path, visitors will see many profound inscriptions left by poets, the oldest of which dates back to over 400 years. This is the main cultural sight on the hill. Continuing on, you will see the preserved training grounds of Zheng Chenggong's troops. Near the field is a huge rock bridging two cliffs, forming a natural entrance to a cave. This is called 'Old Summer Cave' (Gu Bishu Dong) where you can feel a pleasantly cool breeze. It's the perfect viewing spot to appreciate the scenery of Gulangyu Island. A fantastic panorama of Xiamen City, including Nanputuo Temple, Xiamen University, and Hulishan Battery is within view.
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Gulangyu (鼓浪屿 ; pinyin : Gǔlàngyǔ) est une île côtière d'environ 1 km2 située au Sud Ouest de l'ile de Xiamen, ville du Fujian dont elle dépend administrativement. Passée sous contrôle européen par le traité de Nankin en 1842, elle a conservé de nombreux bâtiments coloniaux et attire de nombreux touristes.
En tant que résidence pour 13 nations étrangères, à la suite du traité de Nankin de 1902, elle fut l'un des ports coloniaux de la Chine. L'île est réputée pour son architecture d'inspiration coloniale.
Le Rocher du rayon de soleil (日光岩, rìguāng yán), et le point culminant de l'ile permettant de l'observer, ainsi que l'ile et le port de fret de Xiamen. Pour y monter, il faut passer par différents pavillons (notamment un petit temple bouddhiste et une sculpture représentant une partie de jeu de divinités chinoises.
L'île héberge un musée des pianos (钢琴博物馆，gāngqín bówùguǎn) situé dans le pavillon Tingtao, environ 200 pianos, le seul musée chinois de pianos , ce qui confirme son surnom de village des pianos (鋼琴之鄉/钢琴之乡/gāngqín zhī xiāng) ou d'île de la musique… et un musée d'orgues (风琴博物馆, fēngqín bówùguǎn). Ces pianos et ces orgues y ont été réunis par Hu Youyi un Chinois d'outremer patriote, fortuné et amateur de musique2,
Le nom chinois de l'île a des résonances musicales : gu lang signifie vagues de tambour, en raison du son généré par le bruit des vagues frappant les écueils, et plus exactement certaine roche percée; et yu signifie petite île.
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