Xiamen: Quick Facts

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Nov. 12, 2026

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Modern high-rise buildings line the waterfront at the harbor in Xiamen, China, with a tall glass tower prominent near the center and boats visible on the water in front.

Map of East Asia highlighting the location of Xiamen on the southeastern coast of China, near the Taiwan Strait. The map shows surrounding countries including Mongolia, Russia, Japan, the Koreas, Taiwan, the Philippines, Vietnam, and India, with major seas labeled. An inset globe in the top left corner indicates the region's position in the world.

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