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Super good photo travel guide to Dongshan Island

Dongshan Island, this splendid pearl inlaid in southern Fujian, lies quietly in the blue waves in the shape of a butterfly, combining historical precipitation, natural gifts and literary and artistic charm. First, itinerary planning - Day1: After arriving at Dongshan Island, proceed to the B&B near Nanmen Bay to check in. After a short break, stroll through Nanmen Bay, enjoy the waterfront scenery and take pictures of the filming location of "Left Ear". In the evening, watch the sunset at Nanmen Bay, then go to Tongling Night Market to taste various snacks such as oyster roast, roasted tendon spirit, and shami. - Day2: Get up early to watch the sunrise at Jin Luan Bay and feel the magnificent morning sun on the sea. In the morning, you can go to Sufengshan Ring Island Road, drive or charter along the coastal highway, enjoy the stunning views of the sea on one side of the cliff, you can stop at the observation deck to take pictures. In the afternoon, head to Iwaya Village to explore Iwaya Lovers attractions and take photos on the seaside reef. - Day3: If you still have time, you can visit Ma Luan Bay, a resort-style beach with wide and flat beaches and clear water, where you can stroll, sunbathe, and experience some water sports. 2. Transportation Guide - External transportation: - Air: You can first fly to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport, then go to Dongshan Island by train, taxi, etc.; - Motor: Take the train to Yunxiao Station, after exiting the station you can take bus No. 15 directly to Dongshan Island, the fare is 10 yuan, the journey is about 1 hour and 15 minutes; you can also choose to carpool or take a taxi. -Driving: Plan the route to Dongshan Island via navigation software, a journey of approximately 200 kilometers from Xiamen. - Internal transportation: - Motorcycles: Motorcycles can be rented in some areas of the island, the daily rent generally ranges from 40 - 120 dollars, convenient and flexible, you can go to most places. - Bus: There are fewer bus routes and services on Dongshan Island. You can download the "Pocket Bus" app to check bus arrivals. - Taxi / online ride-hailing: the number of taxis is not large, not necessarily covering the whole island, to ask the driver to meter; online ride-hailing is cheaper than taxis, to recognize the regular platform. - Sightseeing car: Some attractions have sightseeing cars, operating hours generally from 8 am to 6 pm, the ticket price is about 20 dollars / person, you can also choose to charter tour. Third, accommodation suggestions - Near South Gate Bay: Featured here is the filming location of the movie "Left Ear", with charming bay views and rich human atmosphere, surrounded by many snack bars, cafes and specialty shops. Recommended Bay B&B design combines retro Zen style with Chinese garden, comfortable rooms, bathtub, smart projection and other equipment, and also has a sea view restaurant; - Near Jin Luan Bay: Featured by Jin Luan Bay with beautiful sandy beaches and clear water, it is an excellent place to enjoy the sunrise, and the surrounding supporting facilities are also more complete. Recommended Dongshan Cloud Bank Sea View Beauty Clean environment, carefully designed, with sea view room, audio and video room and other room types, providing free laundry service and luggage storage; - Near Ma Luan Bay: Features Ma Luan Bay is a famous beachfront bath on Dongshan Island, with wide and flat beaches, clear water and abundant water activities. Recommended Dongshan Nisni Seaview Hotel is European style, luxuriously decorated, with chess room, conference hall and other facilities, providing buffet breakfast; Dongshan Billion New City Resort has a variety of villa rooms, as well as a restaurant, nightclub, sauna and other supporting facilities. - Near Mount Sufeng: The feature is that Mount Sufeng is the main peak of Dongshan Island with beautiful scenery. Recommend a homestay hidden in the ancient village of Yanya, backed by Sufeng Mountain, three sides of the sea, with full sea view cafe, borderless swimming pool and other public service facilities. Four, food recommendations - Seafood: The waters of Dongshan are rich in various seafood, such as Dongshan bacon, shrimp, crab, shellfish, etc., which can be steamed, red-broiled, stir-fried, etc., fresh and tender. Recommend Guo Tiezhu • Seafood Stall (Dongshan Head Office) (Dongshan West Pu Branch), one hundred kinds of seafood to choose from, 15 dollars/plate clearly marked freshly visible! There are ten kinds of pot base to choose from, must-order crab, shrimp, shrimp, octopus, oysters and more. - Specialty snacks: - Oyster baked: fried with fresh oysters and eggs, groundnut powder, etc., crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with special sauce, savory and delicious. - Grilled tendon spirit: made from pork net oil wrapped in seasoned pork strips, baked with small onions over charcoal fire, crispy taste. - Shomi: Similar to siu-mai, filled with carrot strips, cabbage, pork, shrimp, etc. - Cat congee: seafood congee, full of delicious ingredients, a bowl of about 20 dollars. - Copper Mountain Chicken Leg: A local specialty snack, $10 per person, fried to order, rich in garlic flavor, golden and crispy on the outside. - Other delicacies: There are also specialty dishes such as clam-cooked rice noodles, salt-baked chicken, salted water duck, meat tubes, and cabbage balls, as well as drinks such as four-fruit soup and Dongshan rice wine. Fifth, precautions - Do sunscreen: Dongshan Island has strong sunlight and stronger UV rays from the seaside, be sure to carry sunscreen, sun hat, sunglasses and other sunscreen to avoid sunburn. - Attention to tides: Some attractions such as the South Island Double-sided Sea are affected by tides. - Pay attention to safety: When playing by the sea, be aware of the waves and tide changes and do not swim or frolic in dangerous areas. When driving a motorcycle, follow the traffic rules and pay attention to the road conditions. Overall, the trip to Dongshan Island is a healing trip to escape the hustle and bustle and return to nature. Whether you are indulging in the gentle embrace of the blue sea and silver sand, or walking through the ancient streets and alleys to feel the precipitation of the years, every moment becomes an eternal memory.
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Posted: May 15, 2025
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