Mawei

Fuzhou Mawei Luoxing Pagoda 2007-05-05 - Luoxing Pagoda

Mawei (马尾) is in Southeast China, about 20 kilometers southeast of Fuzhou, downstream along the Min River. It is a small town by Chinese standards; population was 170,000 in the 2020 census.

To 19th century seamen, what is now Mawei was Pagoda Anchorage and the pagoda was often the first conspicuously Chinese thing a sailor saw. In that period, Fuzhou shipped more tea than any other Chinese city and nearly all of the loading was done at Mawei.

Mawei Halal Explorer

Administratively, Mawei is a neighborhood of Fuzhou. It is the port area of Fuzhou, and has been a center of shipbuilding for centuries. Its name came from a legend that in the river there was a huge stone which looked like a horse (ma), whose tail (wei) was toward the town.

Travel to Mawei

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Mawei

If you arrive via Fuzhou International Airport in Changle, Mawei is the midpoint on the way to downtown Fuzhou.

By ferry

Fuzhou Port Mawei Passenger Terminal - 福州港马尾客运站 - Luoxing East Road 77 (罗星东路77) ☎ +86 591-83268880 - Ferries to Matsu, Taiwan every few hours.

Travel on a Bus in Mawei

Fuzhou Municipal Government has built a broad and beautiful avenue along the Min River. It now takes only 15 or 20 minutes to drive from downtown Fuzhou to Mawei. Taking a bus from Fuzhou is also feasible; it is very affordable (only ¥1 one-way). The lines include Route 37, 58, 73 and 131.

Get Around

The downtown area is small enough to make getting around on foot reasonable. There are also busses, taxis and (for the adventurous) motorcycle taxis.

What to See

Chinese_fleet_at_anchor_the_night_before_the_battle_of_Fuzhou_1884 - Chinese ships before the battle

In the 19th century, Mawei was home to Foochow Arsenal, China's first modern naval shipyard with docks, a Naval School and other military facilities that were built to protect the arsenal. Nowadays and the relics of Foochow Arsenal are open for visitors. On the site of the arsenal and the new Mawei Shipyard is busy working everyday.

Not far from the arsenal, at the base of Maxian Mountain and there is a small memorial temple, Zhaozhong Temple, for those who fell in the battle of Fuzhou. on August 23, 1884. This was the opening battle of a Sino-French War, mainly over Chinese objections to France's expansion in what is now Vietnam and then a Chinese tributary state. While neutral American and British vessels watched and the French sank 9 of the 11 ships in the Chinese fleet, while losing only one torpedo boat. They then bombarded the dockyards and sailed away, pausing only to destroy all the Chinese forts downriver. At least 2000 Chinese lives were lost, and 10 French.

On Maxian Mountain and there are the sites of an English-style prison and the Maxian Mountain Mesoslope Battery, subordinate facilities of the Foochow Arsenal.

About two kilometers southeast of the Mawei Shipyard, is Luoxingta (Luoxing Pagoda). The government of Mawei District have built a beautiful park around it. Visitors can climb a small hill to reach the bottom of Luoxingta.

If traveling from Mawei Town to Langqi Island and then in Tianluowan, Minan and Tingjiang the visitors will find the relics of old batteries built in the Qing Dynasty, which were important part of the Minjiang defense line.

Langqi is a beautiful island located at the mouth of the Min River. People can enjoy swimming, sunbathing, surfing and other aquatic sports here. Also and the seafood is excellent.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Mawei

Because of Mawei's geographic location (on the bank of Min Jiang River and facing the East China Sea), it is a wonderful place for fishing and swimming.

There is a long walkway companied the avenue along the Min Jiang River. People can walk, jog or run on it.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Mawei

A factory in Mawei makes shoes for Adidas and Reebok. There are some stores with affordable shoes, possibly factory seconds. Check quality carefully and bargain hard.

Shopping places include Huanyu Baihuo, Zhongshan Shangchang, and Xinrong Baihuo Shangchang.

Halal Food

Tianfu Restaurant: the best Szechuan style food in Mawei

Xinbada Coffee: mainly offering western style food

Shangdao Coffee: mainly offering western style food

Wanglou Restaurant: Fujian Cuisine and Seafood

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Mawei

Mawei - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Mawei, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Mawei. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Mawei and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Mawei. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Mawei. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inMawei: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Mawei.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Mawei: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Mawei, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Mawei.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Mawei, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Mawei, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Mawei and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Mawei, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Mawei, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Mawei without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Mawei is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Mawei.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Mawei is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

For Halal business inquiries in Mawei, please contact:

eHalal Travel Group Mawei Media: info@ehalal.io

Muslim Friendly Hotels

Mawei does not have many hotels. Some are:

Banghui Hotel
Haishangmingzhu Hotel
Mawei Seamen's Club -

}} It is also feasible to stay in downtown Fuzhou.

News & References Mawei

Travel Next

Wenfu Railway — from Fuzhou to Wenzhou.
Airport Highway I & II — from Fuzhou to Changle International Airport.
Shenhai Highway — northbound to Zhejiang and Shanghai, southbound to Guangdong.
Cruise — from Mawei Port to Matsu Port and Taiwan Island; northbound to Shanghai, Qingdao, Tanggu and Dalian; southbound to Xiamen, Guangzhou, Hong Kong and Singapore.