(鼓浪屿)

Gulangyu(鼓浪屿)

Hello! My friends，

On behalf of the travel agency I warmly welcome you to have a sightseeing of Gulangyu.I hope that all of you will enjoy your short stay here.

Gulangyu，separated from Xiamen by the 500-metre-wide Egret River，with an area of 1.77 square kilometers，enjoys a laudatory title“Garden on the Sea”.The original name of the islet was Yuan Zhou Zi.In the Ming Dynasty it was renamed Gulang，meaning“drum waves”，because the holes in the southwestern reefs hit by the waves make a sound that is like hearing a bunch of drums being beaten.

The roar of the waves breaks on the rocks.Impressive melodies surrounding and lingering on this island make it famous for its piano-laden past.As a place of residence for Westerners during Xiamen's colonial past，Gulangyu is famous for its architecture and for being home to China's largest piano museum.It is known as the piano island because the people living here love the piano.As early as 1913，students in schools run by foreigners started learning the piano.The enthusiasm for music later spread to more ordinary people on the island.Many families then bought pianos and their sons and daughters became accomplished musicians.There are more pianos here than in any other places in China，even though the population of the island numbers just20，000 people.

No tourist can afford to miss one attraction located on the island，namely China's biggest piano museum.Divided into two exhibition halls，the museum guides visitors through a vivid history of the instrument with displays and illustrations.All different types of pianos such as miniature pianos，automatic pianos，accordion pianos and roundshaped pianos are on display.

The architecture in the islet varies greatly in style with respect to both Chinese and foreign buildings.Thus the islet has a laudatory title“the World Architecture Museum”.Covered in green all the year round，it is charming，elegant，secluded and serene.A great variety of villas stand shrouded by lush wood resembling numerous jadeites embellished upon a piece of verdant silk brocade.Hundreds of flowers grown on the Riguang Rock(Sunlight Rock) vie with one another for beauty.With the caressing sea breeze，it's a quite cool place in hot summer.At the foot of the rock，there's the Memorial Hall to honor the national Hero，Zheng Chenggong.

Today，Gulangyu is listed as one of the nation's major scenic spots.The main sites of interest here include the Sunlight Rock，Shuzhuang Park，Gangzihou Bathing Beach and Memorial Hall to Zheng Chenggong，which are visited annually by millions of people from all parts of the country and the world.For people living in the hustle and bustle of today's metropolis，citizens on this island seem to live in a paradise with a relaxing，healthy and placid lifestyle.

Sunlight Rock

The rock is also called Huang Rock(Dazzling Bright Rock)，which is located on the top of Dragon Head Mountain slightly south of the islet's center.It is 92.68 meters above sea level and is the highest point on the whole islet.On the top，there is a sightseeing platform，where tourists can have a panoramic view of Xiamen and the Gulang islet.

On the mountain，huge and precipitous rocks form many caves and gullies.Pavilions are hidden among green trees.If you go up the steps，you will come to the Lotus Flower Convent first，where a huge rock named“A Piece of Tile”，sitting on the top，forms a hall below.On the large rocks beside the convent are inscribed“Wonderland of Gulang”，“Heavenly Wind and Sea Billows”，and“Number One along the Egret River”.

Close to the convent is the historical site of Zheng Chenggong's Dragon Head Mountain Fastness and the platform for directing and training of his seamen.In addition，plenty of caves，ancient walls and stone carvings can be seen indistinctly among the trees.They would stir up people's feelings and lead them to contemplate the present and recall the past.It takes only about10 minutes to walk from the ferry to the rock.

Shuzhuang Garden

Built in 1931，the garden is located in the south of the islet，facing the sea and against the Sunlight Rock，with tourist village in the east and the Gangzihou Bathing Beach in the west.Originally it was the private villa of the local well-known figure，Lin Erjia，and was transformed into a garden and open to the public in 1955.

The whole garden can be divided into two parts: Canghai Garden for sea views and Bushan Garden for hill views.Each part has five sightseeing spots.Walking on the meandering“Fifty-four Bridge”，tourists would feel as if they were walking on water.And“Twelve-Cave Paradise”，the tortuous，interlinked and spiraled rockeries builton the hill are especially interesting.The scenic spots in the garden arewell proportioned and harmonious.The garden is on the sea and the sea is included in the garden.It combines the beauty of exquisite garden with vigorous sea view of splashing waves and hovering seagulls.Activity and inertia contrast and complement each other.Visitors are always attracted and enchanted by the beautiful scenery.

Bright Moon Garden

The garden is located southeast of the islet，facing the Lujiang harbor.The garden occupies an area of nearly 30，000 square meters.It was established in August 1985.The Zheng Chenggong Statue，standing between the sky and the earth，is the main structure of the garden.It is 15.7 meters high and is the biggest Chinese historical figure statue.On the plaza in the garden，a group of bonze statues depict Chinese people driving the Dutch invaders out of Taiwan under the leadership of Zheng Chenggong.

The garden forms a wonderful view combining buildings of Ming Dynasty style with natural beauty，like gulls，trees，sea view and mountain sight.Altogether they constitute a picture of natural beauty.It takes only five minutes' walk from the ferry to the garden.Every main crossing has clear direction signs.With them，you can never get lost on the islet.

Yu Garden

Going along the Zhangzhou Road or Fuxing Road by the side of Bright Moon Garden，we reach the Yu Garden.This beautiful and peaceful garden was built in 1984 in memory of Professor Lin Qiaozhi，a medical scientistand expert in gynecology and obstetrics.The garden is well proportioned.There is a statue of Professor Lin，made of white marble in the garden.The two hoop pines standing beside the Exhibition Room for Lin Qiaozhi's Life Story，were planted by the famous revolutionary，Deng Yingchao，and represent the noble character of Professor Lin.

Piano Garden

Piano Garden is a tourist attraction，and a deep cultural atmosphere pervades it.It is located on Hero Mountain opposite to the Sunlight Rock.It consists of several different parts，the names of which are related to music，particularly the piano，such as Melody Square，Thinking-of-piano Square，Harmonious Music Building，Flowing Music Building，Lingering Sound Gate，and the like.

The islet is also famous for its ownership of pianos.In fact，it is ranked No.1 in China with respect to per capita piano ownership，and so many talented musicians and pianists have come from here.It is often referred to as the“islet of Pianos and Cradle of Musicians”.On pleasant days，if you walk on the islet，the peaceful streets，the piano and violin music from the houses and gardens will surely bring you great happiness and relaxation.

Sea-view Garden

Sea-view Garden is a holiday villa with unique natural scenes in the southeast part of Gulang islet.With an area of100，000 square meters，it combines the delightful serenity of traditional Chinese gardens and the lively openness of the western-style villas.Under the management of Xiamen Gulang Islet Seaview Garden Holiday Villa Company，the garden not only boasts a sea and mountain landscape，but also possesses a villa hotel to serve guests，conference needs and tour groups both home and abroad.Equipped with luxury and general suites，standard rooms，a sea-food restaurant，karaoke and dancing halls，a market place，yachts and a special dock，the hotel can also provide other services like dining and lodging，entertainment and one day sightseeing on the sea package tour.

Xiamen Museum(Eight Diagrams Building)

Standing in a high place anywhere in Xiamen，you can easily find the two landmarks of Gulang islet: Sunlight Rock on the highest peak by Lujiang Harbor and the Eight Diagrams Building overlooking Xiamen and Gulang islet.The original owner of the building，Lin Heshou，is a cousin of Lin Erjia，original owner of Shuzhuang Garden，set up the building in 1907.Now it is Xiamen Museum.Because of its special red dome and the Eight Diagrams，people call it Eight Diagrams Building.Within the museum，there are records of Xiamen's history and developments，the construction processof the SEZ，its sports accomplishments and development of its relationships with other cities and countries.There are also collection of porcelain，jade，and weapons through the ages.

OK，my friends! Our journey is about to end.And I should say goodbye to you all.Anyway I am very glad to have spent such a happy and unforgettable day with you.I just hope that the Gulangyu have left you a good memory.Thank you all!Wish you a happy journey! Good-bye!

各位朋友大家好!

我代表旅行社对大家来鼓浪屿旅游、观光表示热烈欢迎。希望大家在鼓浪屿逗留期间能够玩得开心，吃得放心，同时希望大家在游览当中能够有较大的收获，留下美好的回忆。

鼓浪屿与厦门市区相隔着500米宽的白鹭河，鼓浪屿面积有1.77平方千米，素有“海上花园”之美誉。鼓浪屿原名“园州子”，明朝时改称为“鼓浪”，这是因为在小岛的西南隅海边，当波涛撞击着岩石上的洞时，能发出如鼓的浪声。

汹涌的波浪击打着岩石，周围弥漫的是醉人的曲调，鼓浪屿以它的钢琴历史而出名。在殖民时期，作为一个西方人聚集的地方，鼓浪屿因建筑和中国最大的钢琴博物馆而闻名世界。这里的人们很喜欢钢琴，因而被称为钢琴之岛。早在1913年，在外国人开设的学校里，学生就开始学习钢琴。之后，对音乐的狂热又蔓延到更多的普通居民。尽管鼓浪屿只有2万居民，但那里钢琴的拥有量在全国居于前列。

没有旅游者会错过鼓浪屿的一大景观--全国最大的钢琴博物馆。博物馆分为两个厅，向游客用表演和图解的方式生动展示了乐器的演变历史，展示了各种各样的钢琴，例如钢琴缩影，自动演奏钢琴，手摇钢琴，四角钢琴等。

小岛上荟萃了上千座风格各异、中西合璧的中外建筑。鼓浪屿被誉为常年掩映在绿树之下的“世界建筑博物馆”，它魅力四射、雄伟壮观、与世隔绝、安详宁静。数量众多的别墅掩映在茂密的树林旁边，就像成千上万的翡翠镶嵌在一块青翠的丝绸锦缎之上。成百上千的鲜花盛开在日光岩上，争奇斗艳。夏天，伴随海上微风的轻抚，这里会让人感到无比的清凉与舒适。在日光岩的脚下，是民族英雄郑成功的纪念馆。

如今，鼓浪屿是我国主要的风景名胜之一。主要观光点有:日光岩、菽庄花园、港仔后浴场、郑成功纪念馆等。每年都有超过十万的海内外游客前来参观。相对于生活在繁忙之中的居民和现代繁忙的都市生活来说，这里的居民生活在一个轻松、健康和宁静的天堂里。

日光岩

日光岩俗称“晃者”，位于龙头山脉的最顶端，岛中央稍偏南的地方。日光岩海拔92.68米，是鼓浪屿的最高峰。在日光岩顶筑有圆台，站立其间，凭栏远眺，厦门和鼓浪屿风光就尽收眼底了。

在山上，众多巨大险峻的岩石形成了许多岩洞和沟壑。很多亭子掩映在绿树之间。沿着天梯而上，首先来到荷花修道院，这里有一块名为“一片瓦”的大石头，矗立于其上，下面就形成一个大厅。在修道院旁边的岩石上刻着“鼓浪之极地”、“大风巨浪处”和“白鹭河第一”。

紧靠着修道院是一处历史遗址--郑成功龙头山寨和指挥训练水军的观望台。另外，在树丛中数量众多的岩洞、古城墙和石刻在这可一目了然。这些会激发人们的情感，引起他们思考现在和回忆过去。

菽庄花园

菽庄花园建于1931年，位于岛的南部，面向大海，背靠日光岩。它的东部是游客村，西面是港仔后浴场。起初菽庄花园是当地名人林尔嘉的私人别墅。1955年被改成一座花园而对外开放。

整个花园可以分为为观海而建的藏海园和为观山而建的补山园两个部分。每个部分都有五个观光点。行走在蜿蜒的“五十四桥”上，游客仿佛感觉到自己在水上行走。修建于山上的十二洞天、蜿蜒小道、顽石山房都特别有趣。花园中的这些风景点都非常协调、完整和统一。园在海上，海中有园。菽庄花园兼具可观赏海浪飞溅的美景和翱翔盘旋的海鸥的雅致花园之美，动静相衬，彼此协调。游客经常被这些美景所吸引而流连忘返。

皓月园

皓月园位于鼓浪屿的东南隅，正对庐江港口。全园占地面积约为3万平方米，是1985年8月修建的。矗立于天地之间的郑成功雕像，是全园的主要组成部分。郑成功雕像高15.7米，是中国最大的历史英雄人物的雕像。园区广场上的青铜群雕向我们展示了郑成功率领部下把荷兰侵略者赶出中国的场景。

皓月园风景秀丽，明代建筑样式与自然美和谐共存，例如海鸥、树、海景和山脉风光。所有这一切组成一幅美丽的图画。从篱笆到园区走路仅需五分钟。在主要干道，有明显的指示牌。有了它们，你绝对不会在岛上走失。

毓园

穿过皓月园一侧的漳州路或复兴路即可到达毓园。美丽宁静的毓园是为了纪念医学家、妇产科医学专家林巧稚教授而在1984年修建的。毓园布局合理。园中树立着林巧稚大夫的汉白玉雕像。在“林巧稚大夫生平事迹展览室”旁边，是两株南洋杉，由革命家邓颖超亲手种植，象征着林大夫高尚的品格。

钢琴园

钢琴园是一个文化氛围浓厚的旅游景点。它位于鼓浪屿的英雄山上，正对日光岩石。它由几个不同的部分组成，而且所有的组成部分的名字与音乐都有一定的关系，特别是与钢琴有关系，例如，旋律广场、思想钢琴广场、和谐音乐楼、流动音乐搂、回声大门等。

鼓浪屿也因为其钢琴的拥有量而出名，这里的人均钢琴拥有量为全国第一。很多天才音乐家和钢琴家都来自这里。这里经常被认为是“钢琴之岛”和“音乐家的摇篮”。在天气晴朗的日子里，如果你步行在岛上或平静的街道上，从房间里传出来的钢琴演奏声和笛声，会让你感到非常快乐和放松。

观海园

观海园位于鼓浪屿东南隅，自然风光独特，是休闲度假的好地方。它占地面积约10万平方米，既有中华民族传统园林的建筑风格，又有西洋建筑明快开朗之特点。在厦门鼓浪屿观海园假日别墅有限公司的管理下，花园不仅提升了海洋和山石的风景质量，也拥有一家别墅酒店以满足度假者、商务会议需求以及来自国内外的旅游团队。观海别墅拥有豪华套间、经济套间、标准房、海鲜餐厅、卡拉OK厅、舞厅、商店、快艇和一个特别的码头。这家度假别墅同样也提供诸如食宿、娱乐和海上一日游等其他服务。

厦门博物馆(八卦楼)

在厦门市区内任何一个居高的地方，都可见到鼓浪屿两个突出的标志:屹立鹭江第一峰的日光岩和傲视厦门、鼓浪屿的八卦楼。八卦楼的原主人林鹤寿，是菽庄花园原主人林尔嘉的堂兄弟。该楼始建于1907年，现已作为厦门博物馆。该楼圆圆的红顶楼盖独具特色，有八卦形状，被人们称为“八卦楼”。厦门博物馆内记载着厦门的历史变迁、特区的建设历程、厦门体育事业的发展、与其他国家和城市的友好往来、历代瓷玉和兵器等。

好了，各位游客，鼓浪屿的参观活动就要结束了，我不得不跟大家说再见了，很高兴和大家共度了美好、难忘的一天。希望鼓浪屿能给你们留下美好的回忆，谢谢!祝你们旅行愉快!再见!