Located at the southeastern edge of Xiamen island, Xiamen University was founded in 1921 by Mr. Tan Kah Kee, famous overseas Chinese. It enjoys not only the academic reputation, but also some of the most beautiful scenery in China such as the colorful Lotus garden, graceful trees, verdant lawns and tranquil lakes. Besides, the Anthropology Museum of Xiamen University is worth visiting. It takes about half an hour to one hour to see those interesting relics of nationality, folk custom and Archaeology exhibition in the Museum.

March 8 (Monday), 13:30-17:30 (US$ 12)

This scenic zone presents a picturesque and charming view full of special nature’s delight. The botanical garden boasts over 4,000 kinds of tropical and subtropical plants. The exotic rocks in different shapes create various associations with a lasting appeal.

March 9 (Tuesday), 9:30 –13:00 (US$ 25)

Being a historic and cultural tourist zone, Nanputuo Temple exhibits the historic origin and cultural traits of Eastern nation. Built in the Tang Dynasty (9th century), the temple seems to be towering in the mountains to show its impressively solemn and splendid architecture. A special vegetarian lunch will be arranged in the Buddhist restaurant inside the Temple. For centuries, Xiamen has been an important outpost of coastal defense in southeast China. Hulishan Old Fortress was a military position built in 1823 in Qing Dynasty.

March 9 (Tuesday), 13:00-18:00 (US$ 15)

Jimei Town, 17 kilometers from Xiamen city covers an area of 2.83 square kilometers. In 1913, Tan Kah Kee, famous overseas Chinese, established Jimei School Village, which can be regarded as an epitome of China’s educational system. It is also a special sightseeing area, presenting various and reputation of being “Fujian’s Stone Carving Museum”.

March 10 (Wednesday), 9:30–12:00 (Free of charge)

Located throughout the city are tax-free department stores, supermarkets, shopping centers and markets for daily commodities. Xiamen is a place for shopping at your convenience.