A Complete Guide to Chasing the Sun in Nan'ao Island and Encountering the Romance of the Orange Sea.

If you've been stuck in the trivialities of life for too long, you always need a sunrise to awaken the sleeping romance. Qing'ao Bay Beach in Nan'ao Island is such a treasure where you can fully embrace the stunning sunrise. Pre-trip Preparations for Chasing the Sun 1. Time Planning: Be sure to check the weather forecast before you travel to accurately grasp the sunrise time. Generally speaking, the sunrise time in Nan'ao Island is between 5:00 and 6:00 in the morning, which varies in different seasons. When I went there, the weather forecast showed that the sunrise was at 5:30. I set off from the hotel at 4:00, and I was able to grab an excellent photo spot when I arrived at the beach. It is recommended that you arrive 1–2 hours in advance, so that you will not be in a hurry and can slowly feel the anticipation of waiting for the sunrise. 2. Photography Equipment: The original camera of your mobile phone is enough to capture this shocking moment. If you want to pursue a more professional effect, bring an SLR or micro-single camera. A wide-angle lens can perfectly capture the vast sea and sky, and a large aperture can blur the background and highlight the contours of people and the sunrise. Don't forget to bring a power bank to prevent the battery from running out. Qing'ao Bay Sun-Chasing Experience At Qing'ao Bay Beach at 4:00 in the morning, the moonlight has not completely faded away, and the waves gently beat the beach, making a pleasant sound, as if playing a prelude to the sunrise. At this time, many sun-chasers have arrived one after another. Everyone is excited and looking forward to finding their favorite spot on the beach. Around 5:00, a ray of light appeared on the horizon, lining the clouds with a golden edge. Slowly, a touch of fish belly white appeared at the junction of the sea and the sky. Then, the sun seemed to break free from the shackles of the night and slowly poked its head out. The color of the sky became more and more intense, transitioning from orange-yellow to crimson, dyeing the entire sea golden, sparkling, and dreamlike. At 5:30, the sun completely leaped out of the sea, shining brightly. At that moment, the whole world was lit up, and the heart was filled with hope and warmth. All the fatigue of getting up early disappeared. Photo Poses and Tips 1. Photo Poses: Facing the light, spread your hands and let the sea breeze blow your hair. Capture natural dynamics, and each photo is full of freedom and romance; sit on the beach and look at the sunrise in profile. The soft light shines on your face, freezing this moment of tranquility and beauty; you can also try to shoot silhouettes, with your back to the sun, posing in various interesting poses. The outline of the characters is set off by the golden light, and the atmosphere is directly full. 2. Photography Tips: Use foreground composition to incorporate shells, coconut trees, etc. on the beach into the picture to increase the sense of layering; adjust the exposure of the mobile phone to appropriately reduce the exposure and highlight the light and shadow contrast of the sunrise; when shooting video, turn on the slow motion mode and record every frame of the sunrise. When editing later, add soft music to create a stunning vlog. Surrounding Tours and Food After watching the sunrise, there are many fun places around Qing'ao Bay. During the day, you can go to the beach to swim and surf, and enjoy the embrace of the sea; you can also ride along the coastline and enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way. After playing, go and taste the local delicacies. Seafood porridge is a must-order. Freshly caught shrimp, crabs, and shellfish are cooked with soft and glutinous rice porridge. Every bite is a gift from the sea; there are also crispy and delicious seaweed fried rice and juicy beef balls, allowing your taste buds to immerse themselves in the unique flavor of Nan'ao Island. After watching the sunrise at Qing'ao Bay Beach in Nan'ao Island, I realized that the poetry and distance of life are not far away. Find some time to come here for a sunrise date and let that ray of sunshine heal all your fatigue.