The name Xiamen (厦门) comes from two Chinese characters rich in symbolic meaning as reflected in a poem:

厦 "Xià": A grand mansion shelters guests from five continents;

门 "Mén": A broad gateway embraces waves of ten thousand miles. 

Along the Pacific Rim, Xiamen is located on the southeast coast of China. Celebrated as a garden city on the sea, this dazzling pearl has long been a nexus on the ancient Maritime Silk Road. This city of Human-Ocean Harmony spans 1,699 square kilometers and features a scenic coastline that runs for 265 kilometers.

As one of China's earliest Special Economic Zones, Xiamen is a buzzing hub of international trade and a vibrant melting pot of cultures. Blessed with abundant sunshine, mild year-round weather and effortless livability, the city weaves green vigor, local heritage with international vibes.