Xiamen Island (sha-mun) is
just a dot on the map of China.
Situated on the southeast coast
about 190 miles from Taiwan,
it has become one of China's most
desirable places to live. Its two million
inhabitants enjoy a sub-tropical climate,
low pollution and a healthy lifestyle.
This photographic essay uses
ancient Chinese proverbs
(yan yu) to provide an insight
into the Xiamenese daily lives.