4K Walking Tour of Quiet Kulangsu Island, Xiamen (Part 2)

Kulangsu (Gulangyu), a pedestrian-only island off Xiamen in Fujian Province, southeastern China, is a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site. Spanning about 2 km² (0.77 sq mi), it's reached by an 8-minute ferry from downtown Xiamen. Home to around 20,000 residents, it draws over 10 million visitors yearly—one of China's top attractions. Cars and bicycles are banned; only small electric buggies and service vehicles are permitted. Renowned for beaches, winding lanes, and rich architecture, its name derives from 'drum waves' hitting reefs plus 'islet.' A 5A scenic spot topping Fujian's list, it covers 1.91 km² with 15,373 households in Xiamen's Siming District.