Xiamen University

Introducing Xiamen University (from Xiamen Municipal Commission of Tourism)
While many Chinese universities aren’t particularly attractive, Xiamen University, founded in 1921 by entrepreneur and philanthropist Tan Kah Kee, stands out. Xiamen University was handed over to the government in 1937 and temporarily relocated to western Fujian a year later during the Second Sino-Japanese War. Today, Xiamen University is both an academic and research university with relationships to several universities around the world.

Xiamen University Fast Facts
• Chinese Name: Xia Men Da Xue 厦门大学
• Best Time to Visit: All year around
• Recommended Visiting Hours: 1-2 hours
• Things to Do: Photography, Culture, Architecture
• Opening Hours: 12:30-14:00 from Monday to Friday; All day for Weekends & Vacations
• Entrance Fee: Free
• Address: No. 422, Siming South Road, Siming District, Xiamen, Fujiang Province

What to expect at Xiamen University
The large, manicured green campus has a small lake and several ponds and is backed by rolling hills looking out to sea. Xiamen University is also worth checking out on a visit to the campus, more than 2,000 million of students’ artwork are displayed at the Furong Tunnel. Having made his fortune in a number of industries in Singapore, Fujian-born Tan Kah Kee, who also founded the Overseas Chinese Museum, financed schools in both his homeland and his adopted home.

How to get to Xiamen University
• Take bus 2, 20, 22, 29, 47, 48, 86, 87, 92, 96, 310, 659, 751, or B3 to Xiada Baicheng Station.
• Rent a car/bus from GGC to enjoy a hassle free private transfer from hotels in Xiamen to Xiamen University.

Additional travel advice on Xiamen University
• A reservation is required for visiting Xiamen University at official WeChat Service Platfrom (ID: Uxiada) with your passport details.
• It only allows 1,000 visitors per day from Monday to Friday, 5, 000 for weekends and vacations, and 10,000 on public holidays.
• Keep your passport on you to enter the campus.