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China Provinces - Province Fujian
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Lying in China's southeast hilly area, mountains and hills make up the vast majority of Fujian's territory, while only narrow strips of the east seaside are plains. Fujian's coastline is long and zigzag with numerous offshore islands. Most of its rivers empty into the sea separately. Fujian is endowed with sub-tropical humid climate, and rich forest resources and mineral deposits which mainly include iron, coal, manganese and graphite. Light industry is Fujian's major industrial branch. Key industrial products comprise electronics, light industrial products, foodstuff, aquatic products in the coastal area, and raw materials, timber products, chemicals in the hinterland. Its foodstuff, canned food, leather shoos, arts and crafts, watches, timber processing and electronics industries hold a significant position in China. The coastal area is renowned for fishing industry. Main farm produce includes rice, sugarcanes, tea and tropical fruits. Fujian has the largest output of Longan fruit in China. Railway is its mainstay of transportation, while highway and coastal shipping also play an important role. Xiamen is a major seaport and Nanping is the center of Min River shipping. As one of the locations of China Special Economic Zone, and separated with Taiwan by only the straits, Fujian has the unique advantages to carry out overseas economic and technical cooperations by utilizing their capital and technology. Fujian abounds in tropical natural tourist resources. The famous scenic spots and historical sites comprise the Wuyi Mountain, Qinyuan Mountain, Gulangyu and Wanshi Mountain. Its main traditional specialties are Wulong Tea, oranges of Zhangzhou, Longan of Jinjiang, boodiless lacquerware of Fuzhou, stone carving of Shoushan and woodcarving of Quanzhou.
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 Fuzhou - The capital of Fujian province goes back more than 2000 years. Halfway the 19-th century the city was opened up for foreign trade and many British and American dockyards were esteblished here. The city is noted for its hot springs.
The main sights can be seen in one day. Gushan is a big hill in the eastern suburbs. The Yongquan Shi Temple is more than 1000 years old and has a white jade buddha statue. Other interesting temples include the Baita temple on the west side of the Yushan hill and the Wuta at the base of Wushi Hill, both in the centre of town. Hotels Fuzhou
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Xiamen - Xiamen was recently voted China's cleanest city, and has many attractions for the tourist. Xiamen and its surrounding countryside provides spectacular scenery and pleasant tree-lined beaches. Gulangyu, also known as Piano Island, is a popular, peaceful weekend getaway with amazing views of the city and features many Victorian-era style European edifices. Xiamen's Botanical Garden is a nature lover's paradise. The Buddhist Nanputuo Temple, dating back to the Tang Dynasty, is a national treasure. Xiamen is also famous for its history as a frontline during the war with Kinmen (also known as Jinmen or Quemoy) 50 years ago. One attraction for tourists is to view Kinmen island, a few kilometres away and under Taiwanese control, from Xiamen island.