What are the must-see attractions on Zhongshan Road?

Zhongshan Road is a famous commercial street and tourist attraction in Xiamen. The following is a travel guide for Zhongshan Road: Historical and Cultural Attractions • Chen Huacheng's Former Residence: Located at No. 60 Dazhong Road, it is the former residence of the national hero Chen Huacheng in Xiamen. It features a typical southern Fujian architectural style, consisting of a courtyard, hall, bedroom, and kitchen. The former residence also preserves the stone slab bed used by Chen Huacheng. • Jiangxia Hall: An ancient palace-style ancestral hall located at No. 85 Dazhong Road. It is an ancestral hall building of the Jiangxia lineage and has high historical and cultural value. However, few people visit it now. • Yongan Hall Clock Tower: Once represented the glory of Zhongshan Road. It is one of the iconic buildings of Zhongshan Road and the tallest building on Zhongshan Road. During its heyday, many well-known daily newspapers were located here. • Siming Cinema: Invested and built in 1927 by overseas Chinese Zeng Guoban and Zeng Guocong. It was the first theater in Xiamen that could both show movies and perform operas. Overseas Chinese from Xiamen often gathered here and it was known as the "Overseas Chinese Club." Today, it is still one of the most important cinemas in Xiamen. • New Church: Located on Taiguang Street, it is a white-domed Romanesque building, known as the "First Holy Church of China." • Lujiang Hotel: With a history of 60 years, it is a great place to eat morning tea. It has indoor and outdoor locations where you can enjoy delicious food while overlooking the sea view and Gulangyu Island. Featured Architecture • Arcade Buildings: The arcade buildings on Zhongshan Road Pedestrian Street are mainly pink and milky white, with a strong Nanyang style. The undulating contours, various pediments, rhythmic rows of windows, exquisite floral details, and elegant colors highlight the simplicity and charm. Food Recommendations • Lianhuan Oyster Omelet: Oysters coated with sweet potato flour, drizzled with egg liquid, and stir-fried, then drizzled with Xiamen chili sauce, are very delicious. The pig's trotter soup in the store is also worth a try. • Jukou Mixed Noodles: The noodles are fragrant and the sauce is rich. It is one of the local's favorite snacks. • Golden Tofu Pockets: Tofu is filled with fresh and tender black pepper-flavored tenderloin, served with refreshing pickled cucumbers and sour radishes, as well as garlic sauce, which is very appetizing. • Master Wang's Stinky Tofu: The stinky tofu is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a special dipping sauce, the taste is unique. • Danxiang Bread: A well-known bakery in Xiamen. The handmade shortcakes, taro puree milk jelly, and wheel cakes are very popular. • Aunt She's Peanut Soup: The peanut soup has a moderate sweetness and a delicate taste. It is a traditional Xiamen dessert. • Aunt Hong's Sweet Soup: Provides a variety of desserts, such as mung bean soup and red bean soup, which are good choices for cooling off in summer. • Eight Market Food: There are many delicacies in and around the Eight Market, such as Ajie Wuxiang, Zhuji Hand-Torn Chicken, Laosong Wonton, Chenjia Dessert, Mingyue Shrimp Noodles, and Chen Xingzai Noodle Paste. Shopping Recommendations • China City: Located on Siming South Road, it is a business district integrating fashion, trends, shopping, and food. It has both big-name brands and various delicacies. It is a popular shopping place for young people. • Jukou Street: Once known as Women's Street, now most of the shops have gradually transformed into food-based businesses, but there are also many specialty shops. • Zhongshan Road Pedestrian Street: There are some large comprehensive shopping malls on the main road, such as Xiamen Commercial Department Store and Printemps. In addition, there are many specialty shops in the pedestrian street and surrounding alleys, with a wide variety of goods. You can buy some souvenirs and gifts with Xiamen characteristics. Recommended Itineraries • Historical Trail Route: Starting from Lujiang Road, visit Yongan Hall Clock Tower, Weizhen Temple, Siming Cinema, Chen Huacheng's Former Residence, New Church, Jiangxia Hall, and the Former Site of the All-Circles Anti-Enemy Support Association in sequence, and finally return to Lujiang Road. • Food Exploration Route: Starting from the Eight Market, taste Ajie Wuxiang, Zhuji Hand-Torn Chicken and other delicacies, then go to Siming North Road near Xinhua Road to try Lianhuan Oyster Omelet, Jukou Mixed Noodles, etc., then stroll along Zhongshan Road Pedestrian Street, and finally go to Sibei to taste desserts such as Aunt She's Peanut Soup and Aunt Hong's Sweet Soup. Transportation Guide • Bus: You can take Xiamen Bus No. 1, No. 2, No. 4, No. 5 and other bus lines to Zhongshan Road Station. • Subway: Take Xiamen Subway Line 1, Line 2, Line 3, etc., and walk to Zhongshan Road after getting off at the corresponding station. Travel Tips • Time Selection: There are fewer people on Zhongshan Road in the morning, more people in the afternoon, and the most lively at night. You can choose the time to visit according to your preferences. If you want to feel the lively atmosphere, it is recommended to go at night. • Anti-Pit Guide: The prices of snacks on Zhongshan Road Pedestrian Street and Snack Street are relatively high and may not be authentic. It is recommended to taste the food in the surrounding alleys or the Eight Market. In addition, be wary of some shops that advertise "Snack Street" and "Authentic Snacks." You may not be able to eat authentic Xiamen cuisine.