Category: Fujian
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Xiamen, the best-kept secret of the Chinese coast
If you’re looking for a destination in China that combines sea breezes, colonial buildings, and mouthwatering food, you have to set your sights on Xiamen. At Asiahop, we love this corner of the world because it breaks away from the chaos of the big metropolises. It’s relaxed, clean, and has a unique personality. Where is…
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Fujian Tulou, unique Chinese architecture
The Fujian Tulou (土楼) are ancestral fortresses historically inhabited by family clans. Circular or rectangular at the base, they are built with earth and wood, have several stories high, and have been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2008. Still inhabited, some Tulou date back to the 12th century. And their shapes do not leave…
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Chinese gastronomy
A Journey Through Ancient Flavors Chinese cuisine, with over 5,000 years of history, represents one of the oldest and most complex culinary traditions in the world. What we know today as Chinese cuisine is the result of centuries of evolution, adaptation, and innovation that have given rise to a universe of flavors, techniques, and culinary…