Shishi

Shishi is situated in Fujian province on the south side of Quanzhou Bay. The city is known for its beautiful coastal scenery and numerous historical attractions including the Song dynasty Gusao Pagoda, Liusheng Pagoda (an important coastal landmark for ships in ancient times), a famous rock inscribed by the Ming dynasty general Yu Dayou, the site of a Qing dynasty coastal defense office, and Linluan Harbor (an important Tang dynasty port for ship traffic between Taiwan and mainland China). There are also a number of religious sites including Chenghuang Temple, Huxiu Temple, Chaotian Temple and Luoqie Temple.