quanzhou
states: [china]
category: cultural
year: 2021
location: Fujian Province
region: Asia and the Pacific
latitude/longitude: 24.7102777778, 118.4441666667
last visited: 2023
unesco id: 1561
world heritage site: 1561
Quanzhou: Emporium of the World in Song-Yuan China, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Fujian Province, recognized in 2021, is a historic port city that thrived as a global trade hub from the 10th to 14th centuries during the Song and Yuan dynasties. Spanning 22 sites—including docks, pagodas, mosques, and archaeological remains—it showcases maritime infrastructure and a multicultural legacy blending Chinese, Islamic, and Hindu influences. This 540-hectare area highlights Quanzhou’s pivotal role in the Maritime Silk Road, reflecting its economic and cultural significance in medieval East-West exchange.
