30 historic and cultural neighborhoods to visit in China

Xiamen (Fujian province): Gulangyu. [Photo/Agencies]

Xiamen (Fujian province): Gulangyu

Gulangsu is an island off the coast of Xiamen. Automobiles are forbidden on the little island, making Gulangyu a peaceful place with a coast, rocks and trees. The Nanyang style overhanging buildings add to the cultural beauty.

What to see: The Sunlight Rock, Shuzhuang Park, the Memorial Hall of Zheng Chenggong