Xiamen University

Xiamen University was founded in 1921 by Mr. Tan Kah Kee, a famous overseas Chinese patriot, who was acclaimed by Chairman Mao Zedong as "the banner of the overseas Chinese and the glory of the nation." It is the first university founded by an overseas Chinese in China's modern education history, as well as one of the key cross-century high-level universities in China. With an area of nearly 1.46 million square meters, Xiamen University is permeated with strong academic atmosphere and cultural flavor, and boasts picturesque campus. The university embraces some scenic spots, such as Lotus Lake and Lover Valley Reservoir, with a tranquil and romantic atmosphere. The old architectural structures in Xiamen University include Qingshui Walls and glazed rooftops, displaying the unique characteristics, and being a typical model of the combination of the Chinese and Western architectural styles. Also the Jiannan Auditorium and Shangxian Stadium are very gorgeous. In June every year when phoenix flowers are in full bloom, making the campus become a red sea. While graduates will leave the university, and at this dine the whole campus is full of an atmosphere of sadness and beauty.

Xiamen University

In the campus of Xiamen University stand the Human Museum and the Memorial Hall of Lu Xun. The former holds the cultural relics and data on human beings from the prehistory period to modem times, especially the cultural relics reflecting the South Fujian and Taiwan cultures, the exchanges between Fujian and foreign countries in ancient times and the historical traces of Quanzhou's overseas communications, with special features and a high value. The Memorial Hall of Lu Xun consists of the old residence of Lu Xun when teaching at Xiamen University, and four exhibition halls, displaying his life experience and respectful trait characters. After a tour of the beautiful campus, tourists are suggested visiting the precious exhibitions, which are very informative.

Xiamen University China

Address: 422, Siming South Road, Siming, Xiamen, Fujian, China

Phone: 0592-218 6110

Enrollment: 38,000 (2011)


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