This hidden maritime paradise at 30°N latitude—Xiangshan

By day, enjoy beachcombing adventures; by night, take a harbor cruise as tens of thousands of fish lanterns illuminate the ancient town. **Location**: Xiangshan, Ningbo, Zhejiang **Transport**: - ~3h drive from Hangzhou / ~1.5h from Ningbo - Take high-speed rail to Ningbo Station, then transfer to a bus to Shipu Bus Station (~1.5h) **[2-Day 1-Night Summer Itinerary]** **DAY ①**: Arrive via high-speed rail in Ningbo/Xiangshan → Rent a car (ideal for self-drive from Jiangsu-Zhejiang-Shanghai) → China Ocean Fishing Culture Museum → Night tour of Shipu Fishing Port Ancient Town → Stay near ancient alleys **DAY ②**: Boat to Tantou Mountain Island → Explore the island → Local seafood feast in Shipu → Return **Special Event**: Shipu Fish Lantern Ancient Town Night Tour Season **Dates**: June 28 – October 8 / **Time**: 16:30–20:00 nightly This summer, don’t miss the dazzling fish lanterns in Shipu! The installations transport you into a radiant dreamscape, where light, shadow, and performances let you touch the 600-year-old texture of the "Fishing Light City." **Night Tour Highlights**: ① **Fish Lantern Exhibition**: When the lantern-lighting ceremony begins, the town transforms into an ocean of fish. Highlights include: - Surname lanterns forming a "Galaxy Stream" - A dreamy canopy combining lanterns with classic lines from *Big Fish & Begonia* - An 8-meter-long fish lantern group "breaking free from the net" ② **Fish Lantern Dance & Parade**: Nightly processions wind through the ancient streets from Wengcheng, accompanied by vibrant performances that revive the historic fishing port’s bustling scenes. ③ **Immersive Performances**: As dusk falls, NPCs like the Qi Family Army (issuing "ration tickets") and Imperial Guards (unlocking "secret missions") bring the town to life—join the interactive fun! ④ **Seafood Night Market**: Must-tries include Shipu shrimp cakes, fish noodle soup, grass jelly, grilled razor clams, garlic butter prawns, and three-delicacy fish ball soup—unforgettable flavors! **July 5–August 31**: "Chasing Waves • Hooked on Freshness • Coastal Vibes" Beer Festival arrives! Enjoy fishing, beer, folk bands, and food markets for an immersive nightlife experience. **China Ocean Fishing Culture Museum** A family-friendly hub blending education and fun, featuring exhibits like "Ancient Shipbuilders," "Navigational Knot Codes," and giant aquatic creature models—learning through play! **Tantou Mountain Island** Who can resist a summer island escape? A 20-minute boat ride from the ancient town takes you to Tantou, where you can: - Beachcomb for treasures - Ride waves or camp on the sand - Zoom on jet skis Come chase the coastal magic! 🌊🐠✨