Revisiting Xiamen after a decade, the same city presents a different landscape.

A decade ago today, I embarked on the first journey of my life aboard an express train. The destination was Xiamen, a city that captivates my heart. 🗺️ Itinerary: D1: Gulangyu Island - Night tour of Hulishan Fortress D2: Xiamen Botanical Garden - Shapowei - World Trade Twin Towers - Ten Mile Long Embankment D3: Marine World "Eye of the Tide" 1️⃣ Gulangyu Island - The Slow Life of an Island Azure skies, emerald trees, crimson walls, and bobbing fishing boats paint a beautiful picture of Gulangyu Island. Strolling through the narrow lanes of Gulangyu, with headphones on, listening to the melodious tunes of "Waves of Gulangyu" and "The Crossroads Where the Phoenix Flowers Bloom", one might find the unique charm of Gulangyu irresistible. 2️⃣ Night Tour of Hulishan Fortress - A New Interpretation of Technology and History As the lights come on, a dazzling light show reignites the atmosphere of Hulishan Fortress. The enchanting night of cultural preservation introduces us to the scientific history of Hulishan Fortress, offering a different interpretation under the night sky. 3️⃣ Xiamen Botanical Garden - The Magic and Mystery of Nature This botanical garden, built around the Wanshiyan Reservoir, houses a variety of rare plant landscapes. The misty rainforest world, coupled with the beautiful tropical rainforest landscape, is like a fairyland. The desert plant area showcases many bizarrely shaped cacti, sure to broaden one's horizons. 4️⃣ Shapowei - Old Xiamen in Bygone Times Once a sheltered harbor where fishermen set up camp, it has now transformed into a tourist hotspot teeming with trendy shops. With a strong artistic atmosphere, it is a fusion of young people's life and art, and also a memory of many old Xiamen residents. After years of evolution, it is gradually modernizing. 5️⃣ World Trade Twin Towers - Xiamen's New Landmark The Shimao Straits Tower is one of Xiamen's iconic cityscapes. It consists of two independent towers connected by a podium. The 55th-floor observation deck, "Xiamen Above the Clouds", offers a 360° panoramic view. Here, you can take a high-altitude stroll, overlook Gulangyu Island, and take in the entire Egret Island at a glance. 6️⃣ Ten Mile Long Embankment - A Tranquil Urban Corridor Known as the most beautiful scenic avenue along the Minnan coast, the Ten Mile Long Embankment stretches for ten miles, offering picturesque views. You can see the Xinglin Bridge and Jimei Bridge, and enjoy the slowly approaching rail train. It is a romantic treasure trove for watching sunsets. As night falls, it becomes a trendy trunk market. Sip a drink, sit down and enjoy the afterglow of the sunset, and feel the poetic and picturesque sea garden. 7️⃣ Marine World "Eye of the Tide" - Observing the Changes of Stars and Tides The "Eye of the Tide" Ferris wheel stands on the seashore, looking at the sun, moon, and stars, rotating with the tides, and is a new landmark for Xiamen tourism. Riding the Ferris wheel not only allows you to take in the beautiful harbor view, but also enjoy the unforgettable beauty of the sunset. 🏨 Stay at the "Harbor Indigo Hotel" to enjoy the unbeatable sea view The hotel occupies the core position of the CBD on Lujiang Road in Xiamen, which has the most urban temperament and cultural heritage, and is just a stone's throw away from Xiamen's "shopping paradise" Zhongshan Road Pedestrian Street. The design fully integrates the modern urban vitality and traditional historical and cultural charm of Xiamen. From the lobby to every corner of the hotel, you can truly feel the unique neighborhood flavor and urban rhythm of Xiamen. 🛏️ The rooms are designed in a comfortable modern style, facing the beautiful view of Gulangyu Island and Xiamen Port. The rooms are equipped with advanced facilities, including a fully intelligent electronic toilet seat, an electric curtain system, and other high-end equipment, and use "Sealy" brand mattresses. 🍽️ The riverside restaurant Quay spans two floors, including a restaurant, lounge, terrace, and other independent vibrant spaces, breaking the boundaries of traditional hotel facilities. In the restaurant, you can taste traditional local delicacies in Xiamen, or order a delicate afternoon tea, and chat with a few good friends. #LeisureGood