Time Zone |
Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Putian is located in the eastern coastal area of Fujian Province, China. It is a prefecture-level city under the jurisdiction of Fujian Province, situated on the central coast of Fujian and bordered by the Taiwan Strait to the east, with rich marine resources and a favorable geographic location. The city has a long history and deep cultural heritage, and is the birthplace of Mazu culture. The Mazu Ancestral Temple on Meizhou Island is the pilgrimage center for Mazu believers around the world.
Putian's economy is known for its manufacturing industry, footwear industry and private economy, and is known as the "Shoe Capital of China", where many famous footwear brands originate. In addition, agriculture, fisheries and tourism are also well developed. Relying on the advantages of the coast, seafood products and natural landscape attract many tourists.
Putian has a rich cultural heritage, such as the Mazu Ancestral Temple in Meizhou and the Jiu Li Lake Scenic Area, which combines religious, historical and natural elements. The locals are known for their industriousness and entrepreneurial spirit. The dialect is Putian, and there are a variety of folklore activities, including traditional festivals such as the Mazu Birthday Celebration.
Minhou County is located in the eastern part of Fujian Province, on the lower reaches of the Min River, and is the southern gateway to Fuzhou, the capital of the province, and is known as "the first town of the eight Fujian provinces". As the core area of Fuzhou New District, it enjoys a convenient transportation network and is close to the main city of Fuzhou, sharing the dividends of urban development. It is rich in history, with the Tanshishan Ruins in its territory being an important remnant of Neolithic culture, known as the "Origin of Fujian Civilization", and witnessing the wisdom of the Minyue forefathers. There are many humanities here, nurturing Yan Fu, Lin Zexu and other historical celebrities, the cultural heritage of Min Du is rich. The specialty industries are distinctive, "China's olive township", "China's root art township" reputation far and wide, olive, root carving and other products are famous throughout the country. At the same time, Qishan National Forest Park, eighteen streams and other natural landscapes intertwined, ecological environment is superior, is suitable for living and working in the ecological blessings, is "water city forest" blend of unique charm, attracting guests from all directions.