Huli Mountain Fort

Introducing Huli Mountain Fort (from Xiamen Municipal Commission of Tourism)
The Huli Shan Fortress is a concrete defensive outpost on the south side of Xiamen, just across the water from the historically contentious Jinmen Islands. Xiamen was one of the treaty ports established by the Treaty of Nanking that ended the First Opium War in 1842. Though the British troops that shelled and captured the city in 1841 left the city proper and set up diplomatic shop on the small island of Gulangyu an early foreign concession that today is a quaint pedestrian-only tourist attraction.

Huli Mountain Fort Fast Facts
• Chinese Name: Hu Li Shan Pao Tai 胡里山炮台
• Best Time to Visit: March to May; October to December
• Recommended Visiting Hours: 1 hour
• Things to Do: Photography, History
• Opening Hours: 08:00-17:30
• Entrance Fee: CNY 25
• Address: No. 2 Cengcuoan Road, Siming District, Xiamen, Fujiang Province

What to expect at Huli Mountain Fort
The city was understandably eager to establish more defensive capabilities. By the dawn of the 20th century, the Huli Shan Fortress had been completed. The castle compound is massive, with secret tunnels, barracks for soldiers, offices, fortifications for repelling attacks, towering walls and watch towers. The highlight for visitors is the remaining enormous cannon (there were originally two; one for east and west defense). Built by a German munitions company, the two 14 m (46 ft) cannons, when viewed in tandem with the dozens of other, smaller artillery, Huli Mountain Fort must have been an intimidating sight.

How to get to Huli Mountain Fort
• Take bus 2, 20, 29, 47, 87, 92, 122, 135, 310, 751, or 857 to Hulishan.
• Rent a car/bus from GGC to enjoy a hassle free private transfer from hotels in Xiamen to Huli Mountain Fort.

Additional travel advice on Huli Mountain Fort
• Nearby attractions: South Putuo Temple, Xiamen University, etc.