Kaihe Lu Fish Market

Xiamen


In the old district of Xiamen, this tiny but lively market sells various (weird) sea creatures to a backdrop of qílóu (骑楼, shophouses) and a church. Access is from Xiahe Lu, where you can also find some Taiwanese food.


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