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🌊 Nan'ao Island|A stunning island guide you must check in even on typhoon days 🚤 🚀 Reasons to visit A hidden gem of Chaoshan where mountains and sea embrace! The only island county in China! ⛰️ 📍 Transportation information Address: Eastern Guangdong Sea, Nan'ao County, Shantou City, Guangdong Province 🚗 Self-driving: Nan'ao Bridge toll is 96 yuan (free on holidays) 🚌 Bus: Routes 161/105 go directly to Nan'ao Island 1️⃣ Nan'ao Bridge 🌉 Check in at the "Most Beautiful Cross-Sea Bridge in Guangdong"! An 11 km long sea highway, every shot looks like a masterpiece 📸 Tips: Qing'ao Bay Viewing Platform is the best photography spot 2️⃣ Qing'ao Bay Beach 🏖️ The name "Eastern Hawaii" is well deserved! The water is crystal clear ☀️ Tips: Remember to bring sunscreen! You can try jet skiing and banana boat rides 3️⃣ Wind Farm Tour Area 🌪️ White wind turbines + blue sea and sky = a scene straight out of a Studio Ghibli animation 🚗 Recommended to drive there yourself, the scenery along the way is stunning 🛵 Shared electric scooters are available for rent on the island 🍜 Food recommendations Nan'ao seaweed fried rice: Certified by locals! Each grain is distinct and fragrant Fresh marinated seafood: Chaoshan specialty! Must order crab roe and mantis shrimp Steamed sea urchin egg custard: Freshly caught and made, incredibly delicious Sweet crab porridge: The best late-night snack, warm and comforting 📸 Must-shoot spots 1️⃣ Jin Yin Island Viewing Platform: Overlooking a 360° unbeatable sea view 2️⃣ Sancongya Lighthouse: Instagram-worthy red and white lighthouse, very photogenic ⚠️ Tips to avoid pitfalls 1. Not recommended to climb Windmill Hill on foggy or rainy days 2. Prices on the island are relatively high, bring some snacks with you 3. Always ask the price first at seafood stalls
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