China Shipbuilding Culture Scenic Area – A Historical Maritime Theme Park

Located near Mawei Port, the China Shipbuilding Culture Scenic Area is a theme park primarily focuse[...]

Located near Mawei Port, the China Shipbuilding Culture Scenic Area is a theme park primarily focused on shipbuilding culture. The Mawei Shipyard, a modern shipyard at the time, was one of the largest docks in the Far East during its operation from 1866 to 1907. During this period, 40 ships of various sizes were built, making Fuzhou Shipbuilding famous worldwide and marking a significant chapter in modern Chinese history.
The scenic spots within the area are distributed along the Min River and within a 1-kilometer radius of Mawei Port, including Luoxing Pagoda Park, Malan Hill Park, and the Majiang Sea Battle Memorial Hall, all of which can be visited on foot and are free of charge. The surrounding environment is pleasant, making it an ideal place for leisure strolls and learning about the history of Fuzhou Shipbuilding.

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The tour usually starts with the China Shipbuilding Culture Museum and the Zhaozhong Temple on the west side of Mawei Port. The museum displays various models of ships from that era, showcasing their exterior and interior structures. There are also sculptural scenes that help visitors understand some important historical events. Not far from the museum is the Zhaozhong Temple, built to commemorate the Fujian naval officers and soldiers who died in the Sino-French Mawei Sea Battle, now known as the Majiang Sea Battle Memorial Hall.

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Behind the two venues, Malan Hill is also worth visiting, with numerous batteries, St. John’s Hospital, and Meiyuan Prison, all of which are historically significant sites. To the east of Mawei Port, Luoxing Pagoda Park features the Luoxing Pagoda, a landmark of Fuzhou, which can only be viewed from the outside. Walking around the small hill in the park can help exercise the body, and one can see the Min River flowing by. The park is open all year round from 08:30 to 17:00.

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