Guarding the Southern Gate of China | Dapeng Fortress

Dapeng Fortress Unlike the footprints of literati and scholars👣, or the former residences of officials and merchants, Dapeng Fortress is more akin to the historical mission and sense of vicissitudes of places like Yumen Pass and Shanhaiguan. ⏳Visiting Time: The area of the fortress is not very large, 1-2 hours is enough; ❤Recommended Reasons: 1. The entire fortress has a sense of historical heaviness, as well as the heroic bearing of military generals. The whole place is paved with thick long stone slabs, and the general's official residence is stationed at the highest point of the north gate, where one can imagine the scene of the general giving orders and firing cannons a hundred years ago; 2. The fortress is free to visit and play, and the various seafood restaurants and gift shops inside and outside the city are of good quality and reasonable prices, without the situation of overcharging; 3. Not far from the fortress, there is Jiaochangwei, and the different experience of strolling along the beach is also a plus; 🗓Itinerary Planning: Visiting the Dapeng Peninsula can be a good option, such as staying at Juediaosha or Yangmeikeng hotels, and taking the opportunity to visit the fortress for a different experience.