Wulin Traditional Villages—Combination of Chinese and Western Cultures

　　A scene in jinjiang

　　Wulin, located in the southwest corner of Xintang in Jinjiang, is home to a cluster of traditional Chinese villages with a history of over 600 years. It is a well-known homeland for overseas Chinese. There are buildings not only in traditional Minnan style but also of Southeast Asian flavors, both of which reflect the nostalgia and patriotism of overseas Chinese.

　　Walking around the villages, the Minnan-style buildings seem to tell stories of homesickness and the western style constructions are best examples to illustrate cultural combination. If you are here, it's recommend that you listen to some stories that reveal the past of the old generation of overseas Chinese who went to the southeast Asian regions and countries. Besides, you are suggested to have a visit to the History Museum of Overseas Chinese in Chaodong Building and enjoy the charm of the construction which was jointly built by Cai Huaifan and Cai Huaizi. The building was named "Embracing the Motherland" to show their affection for the homeland. In such a peaceful atmosphere, you may feel the buildings reminiscing about the Minnan people's nostalgia and untiring efforts.

　　In 2016, traditional villages in Wulin were shortlisted in the fourth batch of traditional Chinese villages. In recent years, Jinjiang municipal Party committee and municipal government have continuously made efforts to protect and develop the Wulin traditional villages. In the blueprint, a livable and business-friendly Wulin with its unique culture and tourism can be realized in the coming years. With local homestay hotels and cultural creations, Wulin is also expected to be built as an overseas Chinese museum and a backyard garden in southern Fujian, thus contributing to the development of rural tourism with southern Fujian characteristics.

　　Currently, the protection and development of Wulin traditional villages is in progress. Amid waves of flowers, traditional buildings in Wulin are being restored gradually to their former glory. Before Gymnasiade 2020 in Jinjiang, some attractions of Wulin traditional villages will be open to the visitors from all over the world.