Overview
Fuzhou is the capital of Fujian Province, an old port city with a rich history dating back to the Qin Dynasty. It is known for its parks, man-made green spaces, and a large historic downtown district, Three Lanes and Seven Alleys, with over 200 Ming and Qing dynasty residences.
Architecture · Day Trips · History
Before you go
Connectivity
Area code 591. SIM cards from China Unicom or China Mobile require passport.
Food
Local specialties include fish balls, rouyan, and oyster cakes. Daming Food Street for night snacks.
Language
Mandarin is widely spoken; local dialect is Fuzhou Hua (Mindong).
Money
Bargaining is common in markets and for taxis.