Is Xiamen city or not?

When searching with keywords like “Is Xiamen city or not?” on video platforms, numerous videos by foreign tourists pop up. According to data, as one of China’s major ports, Xiamen has welcomed over 200,000 inbound foreign visitors this year—three times more than the same period last year. The number of visa-exempt foreign arrivals has surged to nearly 70,000 and continues to rise rapidly.

International travelers are choosing Xiamen as their first stop in China. Here, they bask in sun-soaked beaches, stroll through lively streets on city walks, immerse themselves in Minnan culture, “check in” at local eateries, and praise the warm hospitality of Xiamen’s residents.

On global social platforms, the experiences of these visitors have turned into travel videos tagged with “China Travel Xiamen,” garnering high views and likes. This has made “Xiamen is so city!” a captivating trend.

In truth, the question “Is Xiamen city or not?” reflects the city’s performance across multiple “subjects”—economy, culture, environment, grassroots governance, and more. The better these “scores” are, the stronger the word-of-mouth appeal becomes, drawing more international travelers to discover China through Xiamen as its “window.”