[2024 Shengsi Attraction] Travel Guide for Gouqi Island (Updated Nov)
Mountain Climbing
Beaches
Islands/Peninsulas
Address:
Jixian County, Zhoushan City
Opening times:
Open year round, 24/7Open
Recommended sightseeing time:
1-2 days
Phone:
0580-5151111
!!! GO TO ANCIENT FORTES OF MOUNTAINS NOW!!!
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LOCATION📍—— Gouqi Island, China;
PRICE💰—— No entrance fee (only need to get there by nearest port from Shanghai, Ningbo or Zhoushan) Ticket price from Shanghai (Bus from Nanpu and ferry ticket till the island 217 元);
THINGS TO DO🚶♂️—— Hike to the viewing point and watch sunset + taking awesome pictures;
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Ancient fortes of mountains and sea (full name 山海奇观古炮台) is the one of the must visit place in the island. This is the best viewing point for a sunset and all the to the viewing point you can see fishing village and take amazing photos and videos.
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Your_mr_a
!!! GO TO LONGQUAN SAND BEACH NOW !!!
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Location📍—— Gouqi Island, China;
Price💰 —— Bus + Ferry tickets 214元;
Things to do🚶♂️ —— The beach is nice not clean so you can swim in the hot weather and also can take cool pictures;
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Longquan Sand Beach is located in the Gouqi Island which is 4 hour way from Shanghai. The beach one the most popular destination. It’s very nice place to spend your time with your loved one or with friends cause it’s next to the cafeteria street and after meal you can enjoy walking there.
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Your_mr_a
Weekend Trip to Gouqi Island
Around 5 and half hours away from Shanghai (2 hours bus from Nanpu Bridge, 3 and half hours ferry), Gouqi Island is a laidback weekend getaway from the city. It is part of Shengsi Islands, in Zhoushan City, Zhejiang Province. You can enjoy watching sunrise and sunset, stargazing, cycling, or simply enjoying a good meal. Mussles are quite good here. You can also visit and walk around an abandoned village. #2023travelwish
帅哥Nomad
Gouqi Island, Shengsi Archipelago
a wonderful paradise near Shanghai!
Part of Shengsi Archipelago, Gouqi Island get its name from Gouqi the plant which grows on its land (Wolf-berry).
Is a very small island with a number of small townsites around it, each area has many places to stay, mainly small hotels and guesthouses.
Recently has been renovated to better satisfy tourism.
It is primarily a fishing island with the mussel farms as first business.
DaWang Beach on the east of the island is one of the most popular.
How to get there: high speed boat from Shanghai
Where to stay: plenty of accommodations, depends on your budget
Where to eat: most of the accommodation have restaurant and they cook very fresh seafood
Tip: avoid national holidays and summer season
Weather: similar to Shanghai
#tripblazers #mytripvlog #beachlife #lucaworldtraveler
Luca WorldTraveler
Muyu Bar and Cafe - Gouqi Island
Muyu Bar is lively at night with live music performed. It can be found in the Daiwangcun area of Gouqi Island and it sits along the beach. During the daytime, waves can be heard crashing as coffee can be enjoyed on the beach front. It’s nicest to sit outside here. Drinks are reasonably priced and alcohol can be purchased by the glass or the bottle.
#tripblazers #bucketlistreboot #beach #chinatravel #gouqiisland
Amy.in.asia
Blue Cafe - Gouqi Island
Staying on Gouqi Island is relaxing and quiet. Along the sea line there are a couple of cafes including Blue Cafe, located along the higher running street to overlook the beach area and fishing boats.
Blue Cafe is also a hotel with rooms around 800RMB a night; it’s location on the island is classified as Daiwangcun (大王村)
Prices for drinks are 25RMB upwards and there’s indoor and outdoor seating.
#shengsiisland #gouqiisland #cafe #hotelstay
Amy.in.asia
Gouqi Island - Heaven for Seafood Lover!
A lovely weekend getaway and definitely a heaven for seafood lovers! All kind of clams, fishes, prawns and shrimps served all-day every-day.
Beaches are all walking-distance away, no matter where you stayed. And if you happen to see the painted stairs (3rd from last pic), come up and meet 巧克力 Chocolate, the spoiled Golden Retriever, mascot of the cafe! Beside it there’s a lively bar, too.
The main attraction: the Houtouwan Abandoned Village was eerily beautiful as well. Nature has definitely claimed back its rightful place. No human invention can ever match nature’s power.
Take your time exploring the paths between all those empty concrete structures (watch your steps!), listen to the sound of nature, and breathe in the cool clean air.
It may look more beautifully green in summer, so plan your trip around those months :)
Oh, and btw, don’t be surprised to see the massive graveyards on the opposite hill. Seems like the people from the village either moved to seashore or die there and buried in the neighborhood they lived in. Probably that’s why they also call the abandoned village a ghost town 👻
Important: remember to bring your passport! You’ll need it to board the ferry and check-in to the hotel.
Getting There - drive to Yangshan Shenshuigang Passenger Transport Terminal and take ferry from there. Make sure you find the right fast-ferry schedule (2.5hrs), else it’ll take 4-5hrs, then plenty of taxi awaited at the ferry dock to take you to your hotels. Or just join one of the many group tour arrange by multiple tour agencies.
Attractions - Beaches, Houtouwan Abandoned Village.
Hotels - No international hotels in this area, but all the local ones are also good and clean.
Food & Restaurants - plenty of good seafood restaurants, follow the crowds!
Shopping - local food stores / minimarkets.
Vegan-friendliness- by request, the place I stayed at kindly cook more potatoes/mushrooms/vegetables for me!
#gouqi #gouqiisland #houtouwan #shanghai #daytrip TigerYear2022 #
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Lixian County, known as Lixi (also known as South Ma'an Island), was later named after the island's many plants, located in the northeastern part of the Zhoushan Islands, north of Shanghai, and south of the "Haitian Buddhism" Putuo Mountain. West is connected with Luhua International Anchorage. The township consists of 33 large and small islands with a land area of 6.62 square kilometers. After we wandered around, we were always sucked by the "sea ranch" and took our hearts. A water like a mirror, Pingchuan vast, a good seascape, manpower is endless! Hey, even if its just a random one, its a joy. Looking back, I will sigh "The sea off the island, the grass and the Tsinghua"! Although the autumn wind is coming, the summer light still exists, squatting on the sea, toward the mountain, the sea is light blue and dark blue, and the mountains are green grass like the sea with the wind!
Jinling_Mosquito_Bites.
Autumn in Shengsi: A guide to the island's beauty that will keep you up at night.
Here's a complete guide to a three-day trip to Shengsi! Explore the island without any pitfalls, and save it now! 🌊✨
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Must-visit attractions:
- 🏝️Gouqi Island: Enjoy the blue sea, blue sky, and fishing village atmosphere. Climb the mountain to enjoy the sea view and relax.
- 🌅Dongya Cliff: The waves are surging, and the sunrise is breathtaking. From the high point of the plank road, you can see the sea at a glance.
- 🌟Shengshan Island: Known as the hometown of the sun in the East China Sea, the cliffs are steep like a knife, and the fishing lights at night have a unique charm.
- 🏖️Gouqi Dawang Beach Scenic Area: The sand is delicate and soft, and the sea is clear and blue, making it a great place to relax.
- 🌇Xiyang Bay: A great place to watch the sunset, with picturesque scenery that will make you linger.
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Travel essentials: 🎒Shengsi travel essentials list is here!
👕Clothing: Bring light cotton clothes, a few sets of clothes to change, don't forget sunscreen and sun hats, and beach shoes or sandals for walking on the beach.
📱Accessories: Mobile phone, charger, camera to record the scenery, waterproof bag to protect electronic products, and umbrella for sudden rain.
🆔Documents: Bring your ID card and passport, student ID card, senior citizen card, and other discount documents, as well as cash and bank cards, for a more secure trip.
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Don't hesitate, the beautiful scenery and delicious food of Shengsi are waiting for you! Save this guide and start your island trip now!
Walker_April_15
Gouqi Island B&B!! Lock in this sea view floor-to-ceiling window.
🌸🌿 New Year's Day is coming! Let's go to Gouqi Island to feel the magic of nature together! 🌞🌊
🏨 B&B recommendation: Xingyunli·Villa Coastal Style Luxury B&B (Shengshan Fishing Port Store) 🏠
📍 Address: No. 9 Gangdun Lane, Shengshan Town
🚗 Self-driving arrival, it's simply a free trip! 🚗
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The sea breeze blows through the B&B is located in Shengsi Islands, with intoxicating sea view rooms, like a gift from nature to you! 🎁🌅
🛏 Room type: Cozy sea view room🌊
· Spacious and bright room design, waking up every day is a beautiful sea view, making you can't help but want to kiss nature! 💋🌿
· The room is equipped with all kinds of comfortable facilities, allowing you to feel the warmth of home on this paradise-like island! 🏡🌸
· The cute decoration style of the B&B brings you endless surprises, just like a little elf playing a secret base for you! 🧚♂✨
🍽 Food time: Eat island food in big mouthfuls and let the taste buds carnival! 🦀
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The restaurant of the sea breeze blowing through the B&B is not simple, there are all kinds of island food, every dish is a carnival party for the taste buds! 🎉👩🍳
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Sitting in the restaurant, feeling the aroma of food and the spring breeze, all these are the gentle care of nature for you! 🌸🌴
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Breakfast is even more a sumptuous food feast, satisfying all your fantasies about food, it is simply a paradise for foodies! 🍳🍉
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EscapeToSerenity
Zhoushan Gouqi Island Let's watch the sea together this summer
In the memory of midsummer, the seaside is indispensable
A spontaneous trip with friends
The destination is Zhoushan Gouqi Island
A romantic date with the sea💕
Without further ado, let's go!
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1⃣ About transportation👉 Hangzhou—Gouqi Island
🔸 Hangzhou Passenger Transport Center—Shenjiawan Wharf
Departure at 7:50, arrival around 11:00
🔸 Buy a ferry ticket to Shengsi Station (Sijiao Lizhushan Wharf)
Departure at 11:40, arrival around 12:30 at Lizhushan Passenger Station
🔸 Take a taxi🚙 to Xiaocaiyuan Wharf (approximately 💰15-30)
🔸 Buy a ferry ticket—Gouqi Island
👸 No. "Shengsi Passenger Terminal" 🎟80r
Departure at 13:40, arrival around 15:00 at Gouqi Island (Ganxie Wharf)
‼️ps: First buy 🎟 on the phone vx, then use ID 🆔 to exchange
🔸 Feeling a bit dizzy, so took a taxi🚙 to the homestay to check in first~
🔚 Successfully landed on the island
Since the journey is a bit long, I advise everyone to prepare seasickness 💊 in advance, it really helps when you feel dizzy
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2⃣ About accommodation
🏠 No. 8 Garden Homestay
Located next to Seafood Street, 2 minutes to Dawang Beach
The room is quite clean, very quiet, and the transportation is convenient
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3⃣ About attractions
My two-day, one-night itinerary is as follows⬇️:
Dawang Beach—Shanhai Qiguan Stone Carving—Eagle's Nest—Ganxie Sunset Platform—Seafood Street (food)
Places suitable for taking photos✨
🔹 Dawang Beach 💰25/person
Since the homestay is very close
After resting, came here to play in the water and take photos📸
The beach is very clean~ the sand inside is also very delicate
🔹 Shanhai Qiguan 🆓
Located at the highest point of Gouqi Island
The four big characters "Shanhai Qiguan" are carved on the stone wall
Here you can overlook the entire island, and watching the sunrise 🌄 is very nice
SolarSeeker_012
In Shengshan Gouqi Island, Zhoushan, there exists a paradise on earth
Here, near the Dongya Cliff Scenic Area, the wonders of nature and the delicate craftsmanship of humanity blend perfectly. When you step onto this land, it feels like entering a dreamlike world.
In the early morning, the first rays of sunlight sprinkle over the sea, awakening the sleeping island. Standing by the window, gazing at the Dongya Cliff, the spectacular cliffs and the vast ocean complement each other, making one marvel at the wonders of nature. The waves crash against the rocks, producing a roaring sound, like a symphony played by nature.
During the day, you can stroll along the seaside, feel the sea breeze, and listen to the sound of the waves. Or head to the Dongya Cliff Scenic Area to explore the mysterious and magnificent natural scenery. Walking along the winding path, with steep cliffs on one side and the boundless sea on the other, this breathtaking view will be unforgettable for a lifetime.
At night, return to the beautiful lodging, where the warm lights illuminate the entire space. Lying on a comfortable bed, looking through the window at the twinkling stars, it feels like being in a fairy tale world. Here, you can forget all your worries and fully enjoy the tranquility and beauty.
Shengshan Gouqi Island in Zhoushan, with its beautiful lodging near the Dongya Cliff Scenic Area, is the perfect choice for escaping the hustle and bustle and relaxing your mind and body. Come here and start an unforgettable island journey! 💖
DesignDrivenDiva
Goji Island Secret Journey: The Treasure of Eastern Zhejiang, Unlocking the Slow Island Life
🎒【Travel Plan】
Escape the hustle and bustle, embrace the blue sea and sky of Goji Island! Plan for 3 days and 2 nights, leisurely explore this gem of the East China Sea. Remember to book tickets a week in advance, traveling off-peak is more pleasant~
🛍️【Travel Essentials】
- High SPF sunscreen🌞: Strong UV rays on the island
- Lightweight raincoat🌈: Weather is unpredictable, better be prepared
- Camera📷: Capture every beautiful moment
- Seasickness pills💊: A must for the ferry ride to the island
🚗【About Transportation】
Depart from Shanghai/Hangzhou, first to Zhoushan Shenjiamen Ban Sheng Dong Pier, then take a fast boat for about 3 hours directly to Goji Island. It is recommended to book the ferry tickets on the official website, the early morning ferry offers better views!
🏡【About Accommodation】
Recommend "Mountain and Sea Wonder Homestay"🏡, the sea view room faces the East Cliff directly, watch the sunrise in the morning, listen to the sound of waves at night, full of romance!
📸【Photo Spots】
- East Cliff🌄: Best spot for sunrise, golden sunlight spreads over the sea, breathtakingly beautiful
- Da Wang Beach🏖️: Fine white sand, clear water, walk barefoot, enjoy leisurely time
- Abandoned Village🏘️: An abandoned village like a fairyland, perfect for photos
🏞️【Must-Visit Attractions】
- Goji Island Fishing Village🐟: Experience authentic fisherman's life, taste the freshest seafood feast
- Mountain and Sea Wonder🏞️: Climb high and look far, overlook the entire Goji Island, magnificent sea view in full sight
🚫【Pitfall Avoidance Guide】
- Plan ahead during peak season to avoid the embarrassment of no tickets
- Although seafood is delicious, eat in moderation to avoid stomach discomfort
- Respect local customs, protect the marine environment
💡【Warm Tips】
Don't forget to bring your good mood and a pair of comfortable shoes, Goji Island is waiting for you to explore more unknown beauties!
Simmons Liam71Liam
My Summer Vacation Travel Journal - The Story of Gathering at Gouqi Island
❤️ Eleven young people who had never met before, gathered together for the same destination. We tried staying in a youth hostel for the first time, posed for photos at any place we could stop, marched in line shouting 'one-two-one' while filming videos, went sea fishing early in the morning, tasted various seafood flavors, walked the catwalk on the beach creek, waved sparklers at night to capture light and shadow, shouted that we were 18 years old, and laughed together happily!
🏮 The highlights of Gouqi Island's night scene are actually not many. The houses by the pier and on the hillside, adorned with lights, might count as a scenery. Under the faint light, rows of fishing boats docked at the dark pier were faintly visible. Unfortunately, the clouds were thick on the two nights we were there. If it had been clear, it is said that watching the starry sky and shooting star trails from a mountaintop or platform would be the best choice on Gouqi Island!
🌅 We called ourselves 'Seven Fairies and Four Heavenly Kings'. Perhaps until the end of the trip, we didn't know each other's names, but that's how travel is. Accompanying a group of strangers for a journey, you might have the chance to become close friends, or you might never meet again in this life, but the companionship along the way is unforgettable for a lifetime!
🏘 The most famous beach on Gouqi Island is called Dawang Beach. It's a tiny place that charges 30 yuan. I've never seen a beach that charges an entrance fee, and the key point is that there's nothing there. My friends said to me: 'Dawang, your territory is really expensive.' I replied: 'But I can't control my territory...' So we wandered around looking for a small beach to play on. The soldier brother had already experienced his first 'sea swim' at Dawang Beach for free with his ID while we were at the Mountain and Sea Wonder.
📷 We had a lot of fun filming videos and walking the catwalk on the road, and we discovered a small pier beach. The girls couldn't resist the sea, took off their shoes, and went down to take selfies. Mr. Meng also experienced a 'sea swim', and as for me, having seen a lot, I wasn't that excited about the scenery. I sat on the pier watching them play in the water, took some small videos for them, and took some perspective shots from a distance. We brought out the little pig model for some photos. As we walked further, we finally saw the fishing boats often seen in travel notes, drying in the sun. We called our friends over for a group photo. This was the biggest gain of the day! I had always wanted to take photos of fishing boats.
📍 This holiday, we didn't talk about poetry and distant places, just enjoyed the 'Gouqi' in front of us.
❤️ The soldier brother and Juan'er saw the sea for the first time. Although the sea wasn't as blue as they imagined, it was their first impression of the sea. Fortunately, we painted different colors on their sea impression. Fortunately, we could become part of their memory. Juan'er said she wants to go to different islands next time to see different seas. The soldier brother said he wants to bring his family next time to Gouqi Island. Going to places never been, meeting people never met, experiencing scenes never experienced, that's a lifetime. Going to familiar places, seeing old friends, experiencing familiar scenes, that's also a lifetime.
Wyatt.Rivera.38
Visited Zhoushan three times, stepped on many pitfalls, here’s a guide for sisters planning to visit Zhoushan to avoid them
🏖️【Zhoushan Travel Secrets Revealed】🏖️
Oh dear, why didn’t anyone quietly tell me these secrets before going to Zhoushan? 😭😭 But no worries, I have compiled a super detailed and thoughtful guide for those of you planning to visit Zhoushan during the summer vacation in August and September!👇
🔥Zhoushan Travel Pitfall Avoidance Guide🔥
🔸Want a smooth trip? Avoiding peak periods is key!📅 Plan your trip in advance so that the only thing you have to wait for is the scenery, not the crowds!🚶♀️🚶♂️
🔸Gouqi Island and Huaniao Island are beautiful, but the transportation is indeed inconvenient!🛤️ If your schedule is packed, put these remote islands on your wish list for now~🌟
🔸Must-read before going to sea!🌈 The weather forecast is your navigation compass, sailing in bad weather? NO WAY!🚫
🔸Putuo Mountain is a sacred place, remember to wear your polite attire!👗 Avoid revealing or disrespectful outfits to make your spiritual journey purer.🙏
🔸Zhoushan has many islands, don’t get lost!🗺️ Confirm your route and check the transportation methods, so you won’t get lost on your island adventure!🚀
🛍️Essential Tips for Going Out🛍️
1️⃣🌞Do enough sun protection! In the hot summer, sunscreen, parasols, and hats are indispensable!🧴🌂
2️⃣🌧️Rainy season joining the fun? No problem, carry rain gear with you, so your trip won’t be affected by the weather!🌂
3️⃣💧High temperatures can easily cause dehydration, remember to drink more water, keep your body hydrated, and stay away from heatstroke!🥤💦
4️⃣🌊Playing in the water by the sea is fun, but safety first! Don’t easily enter unfamiliar waters, it’s best to have professionals accompany you, and enjoy a worry-free seaside time!🏊♂️🏖️
Now, are you already eager to set off?🎒🚗 Take this guide and start your Zhoushan adventure!🚀
Evelyn Reynolds25
Gouqi Island
Transportation: Depart from Shanghai and take a boat to Gouqi Island
Ways to play:
1. Sit in front of the homestay and enjoy the sea
2. Stroll around the nearby night market
3. Climb the mountain and enjoy the sea view from the top (mosquitoes are huge and many, prepare mosquito repellent in advance)
4. Go out to sea with a fishing boat (please consider carefully. People who went out to sea with me reportedly vomited 🤮 for a long time, experiencing the enthusiasm of the sea in a different way)
The sunset is very, very beautiful
Daniel678_Le
A Slow Weekend Trip to Gouqi Island: Unforgettable Even if Not a Must-Visit
🌅 A Weekend Getaway to the Secret Realm of Gouqi Island: Two Days and One Night of Non-Conformist Fun!
🗺 Itinerary:
🔵 Day 1: Depart from Shanghai Nanpu Bridge Bus Station in the early morning to Shenjiawan Bus Station, then take a direct ferry to Gouqi Island. Upon arrival, head straight to Dawang Beach, stroll to the Shanhai Qiguan Cliff Carvings in the afternoon, and relax at Longquan Beach in the evening before climbing to the Ganxie Viewing Platform to watch the sunset.
🔵 Day 2: Sunrise at Dongya Cliff and Exploring the Abandoned Village. In the early morning, head to Dongya Cliff to greet the sunrise, then take a nap before visiting the abandoned village of Shengshan, enjoying the thrill of exploration.
🏞 Recommended Attractions:
- Dawang Beach🏖️: Fine sand and clear water, a top choice for summer cooling, but the 25 RMB ticket is quite expensive.
- Shanhai Qiguan Cliff Carvings: A blend of nature and culture, perfect for wasting an afternoon at a nearby café.
- Longquan Beach: Located just below Shanhai Qiguan, this beach is free but not very clean, with lots of trash. Good for a casual visit, and there's a pier nearby for sea fishing.
- Ganxie Viewing Platform: Check the sunset time in advance, arrive early to get the best spot, and enjoy the spectacular orange sunset and sea view.
- Dongya Cliff: The best place to watch the sunrise, with golden sunlight spreading over the sea. However, check the weather in advance; we didn't see a perfect sunrise this time. The 50 RMB ticket is also quite a rip-off.
- Shengshan Abandoned Village: Abandoned houses covered in greenery, full of adventure fun. It's very hot now, and climbing up and down the mountain can easily cause heatstroke, so be sure to take precautions. The 60 RMB ticket is also quite a rip-off.
🍜 Food Recommendations: Sanmao Noodle House (Shengshan Island), Yiwanyixian (Gouqi Island). The weather is too hot, so everyone prefers simple meals. We chose these two noodle houses, and they were both okay.
🏨 Accommodation Options: To watch the sunrise, we stayed at Wenhai Villa near Dongya Cliff on Shengshan Island. It's about a ten-minute walk to Dongya Cliff. We rented an entire villa, and the hostess was very hospitable. Dinner can also be arranged.
🚗 Transportation:
Depart from the side of Shanghai Nanpu Bridge and take the earliest ferry directly to Gouqi Island. Tickets can be purchased on the Shengsi Passenger Transport WeChat public account. The transportation options from Shanghai to Gouqi Island are as follows: High-speed ferry: fast, about 2 hours; Passenger roll-on/roll-off ship: allows vehicles, about 3 hours and 30 minutes.
On the island: Taxis, generally costing 30-60 RMB depending on the distance. We took a taxi from Gouqi to Shengshan Island for 80 RMB. Each car can seat 6 people, so the per capita cost is reasonable but still quite expensive.
👀 Travel TIPS:
✅ Book ferry tickets in advance to ensure smooth boarding.
✅ Bring sunscreen to protect your skin from UV rays.
✅ When exploring the abandoned village, pay attention to safety and respect the natural environment.
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Zhoushan Gouqi Food Street, a seafood carnival feast
🦀Zhoushan Gouqi Seafood Specialty Food Street Travel Guide🦀
🌈Dear friends, today I bring you a super detailed travel guide to Zhoushan Gouqi Seafood Specialty Food Street!
📍Location: Zhoushan Gouqi Seafood Specialty Food Street
🚗Transportation:
✈️ You can first take a plane to Zhoushan Putuoshan Airport, then transfer to a bus to Gouqi Island.
🚢 You can also take a boat from Zhoushan Shenjiamen Banshengdong Wharf to Gouqi Island.
🎫Tickets: Free
🌟Highlights of the Food Street:
Here you can find a variety of fresh and delicious seafood, from common fish, shrimp, and crabs to rare marine products, all available to satisfy your cravings!
🍤Recommended Dishes:
🦀 Steamed Swimming Crab: Original flavor, sweet and fresh crab meat.
🐟 Braised Hairtail: Tender meat, rich sauce.
🦐 Boiled Prawns: Simple cooking, retaining the freshness of the shrimp.
🐚 Scallion Oil Mussels: Fragrant and tender.
There are also various seafood porridge and seafood noodles that will definitely satisfy your taste buds!
👚Equipment Suggestions:
👗 Light and comfortable clothing, convenient for moving around while tasting the food.
💼 Bring a small backpack to store personal items.
📝Notes:
💡 Pay attention to the freshness of the seafood and choose reputable restaurants.
💡 Although seafood is delicious, eat in moderation to avoid stomach discomfort.
💡 You can bargain with vendors, but remember to be polite.
💕Come to Zhoushan Gouqi Seafood Specialty Food Street and start a seafood feast journey!
Ruby345~Adams
Hiking on Shengsi Gouqi Island, encountering stunning sea views
🌳 Gouqi Island, I've always heard that it is the hometown of mussels, a sea ranch, and has stunning mountain and sea scenery. When I actually set foot on this land, I truly felt its charm.
🚶 Starting from Dawang Beach, walking along the winding coastline, the sea breeze gently blowing, the waves hitting the rocks, making a crisp sound. In the distance, the azure sky and the sea merge into one, making people feel relaxed and happy.
💙 Passing by the wonders of mountains and seas, standing on a high place and looking out, the buoys of the sea ranch and the mussel farming area are in full view, and the boats shuttle among them, as if it were a dynamic painting. The fishing village of Gouqi Island also has a unique flavor, with stone houses scattered in an orderly manner, and various unknown small flowers blooming by the walls, full of the breath of life.
🐾 During the hike, you can occasionally encounter cute little animals, lazy cats by the roadside, and small crabs bouncing by the sea, adding a lot of fun to this hike.
🥤 When you are tired, take a break in a small pavilion by the sea, take a sip of a cold drink, and look at the endless sea view, all the fatigue will disappear.
💕 This hiking trip to Shengsi Gouqi Island is not only a physical exercise but also a relaxation of the mind. I measured this beautiful island with my steps and gained countless beautiful memories.
👣 If you also love hiking and the sea, then you must come to Shengsi Gouqi Island for a walk, I believe you will fall in love with this place.
Isabella7 Thompson - Izzy
In Zhejiang, I actually discovered a niche island far from the mainland
It's really super far, 140km away from the center of Shanghai, 80km from Dripping Lake, and even 250km from Hangzhou🤔! This place has the rare blue waters of Zhejiang, and I finally saw it here, who says the waters of Zhejiang and Shanghai aren't blue💙!!
📍This beautiful island is located in Shengsi County, Zhoushan City, Zhejiang Province, between Gouqi Island and Shengshan Island (although it belongs to Zhejiang, it is closer to Shanghai and has convenient transportation)📌
📆Suggested travel time is three days and two nights or two days and one night✨
🚢Transportation methods:
1️⃣ Departing from Shanghai, Jiaxing, Huzhou, Hangzhou, Suzhou, and other places, you can choose the bus-ship joint ticket from Nangang to Gouqi or Shengshan at 【Shengsi Passenger Transport】🎫. First, arrive at Shanghai Nangang Long-Distance Bus Station, then take a bus to Shenjiawan Wharf, and finally transfer to a boat🚢 to reach the destination wharf.
2️⃣ Departing from Ningbo, Taizhou, Lishui, Wenzhou, Zhoushan, and other places, you can choose the boat ticket to Gouqi Shengshan from Zhujiajian Centipede Wharf at 【Zhoushan Haixing Ferry】🎫. You need to first reach Zhujiajian Centipede Wharf from places like Ningbo Bus South Station, then take a boat to Gouqi Island, Shengshan Island.
🏖️Must-visit attractions:
1️⃣ Dongya Cliff (Shengshan Island, ticket 50 yuan)💙: It's no exaggeration to say that this place has the bluest water in all of Zhoushan! Due to its distance from the mainland and proximity to the deep-sea area, it's very suitable for watching the sunrise🌅. However, the sunrise is very early, so plan ahead.
2️⃣ Green Wonderland Uninhabited Village (Shengshan Island, ticket 60 yuan)🌿: An ancient village that once had 3000 people is now covered by greenery🧐. This place has witnessed the prosperity and desolation of the island, and approaching the buildings, you can even see the old site of a school from 30 years ago, very suitable for a leisurely visit.
3️⃣ Xiyang Bay (Shengshan Island, ticket 50 yuan)🌅: Here you can enjoy the magnificent seascape, and when the weather is good, the water is especially blue and clean💦. Also, it's a great place to watch the sunset.
4️⃣ Longquan Beach (Gouqi Island, free admission)🏖️: There are both paid and many free beaches on the island. Beaches with a safety officer present are all available for fun😎. Longquan Beach is the largest among the free beaches, and there are also other free beaches like Dakeng Beach, Miaogan Beach, Siyi Beach, etc. Take my word for it, just go to the free ones🤣!
5️⃣ Ganxie Wharf Viewing Platform (Gouqi Island, free admission)🌇: This is the best spot on the island to watch the sunset, also known as the 'Sea Pasture'🐟. Fishermen densely cultivate various seafood in the nearby sea, and the aquaculture equipment floats on the surface, like a huge pasture.
6️⃣ Mountain and Sea Spectacle (Gouqi Island, free admission)🌊: There are not many high viewing platforms on the island, and Mountain and Sea Spectacle allows you to overlook the entire Longquan Village and the endless sea in the distance. There is also a huge rock inscribed with 'Mountain and Sea Spectacle' next to the viewing platform🪨.
📖Warm tips:
1️⃣ Taxis on the island are expensive, you can hail a shared ride on the road🚗.
2️⃣ Check the weather forecast in advance, don't go on rainy and windy days🌧️.
3️⃣ It's best to purchase boat tickets more than 5 days in advance🎫.
MEREDITH PAUL
Gouqi Island
Gouqi Island, the "Eastern Little Greece", crossing the ocean to see you
Gouqi Island is located in Shengsi County, Zhoushan City, Zhejiang Province, and is the second largest island in Shengsi. It is named for the many wolfberries that grow on the island. The layered houses are embedded in the cliffs and are known as the "Potala Palace on the sea."
About attractions
1 Mountain and Sea Spectacle
Climbing to the top of the Mountain and Sea Spectacle, you can see mountains, reefs, beaches, clouds, and the sea all in one view, which is refreshing and pleasant. The words "Mountain and Sea Spectacle" are engraved on the eastern wall in four huge characters, inscribed by Ji Gao, the Governor-General of Zhejiang during the Ming Dynasty.
2 Dawang Beach
The largest beach curve on Gouqi Island, located in Dawang Village on Gouqi Island, the beach is about 200 meters long and about 20 meters wide. The sand on the beach is fine, and it is now fenced off due to a fee. Free beaches include Xiang Beach and Ganmiao Beach.
3 Sea Ranch
Gouqi Island is the hometown of mussels. White buoys twinkle with silver light under the sunlight, and fishing boats shuttle through the rippling blue waves, forming a beautiful picture of a sea ranch.
4 Sunset Ganxie Dock
Ganxie Dock is currently the only dock for tourists to enter and leave Gouqi Island, and it is the best place to take pictures of the sunset in the evening.
5 Sea Fishing
You can book a sea fishing trip from the fishermen's joy, follow the boat to the sea ranch, either boat fishing or reef fishing, experience the style of fishermen's life. The sea waves near the shore are generally not big, so there is basically no seasickness. The cost is about 150 yuan per person, the boat goes out for half an hour to the nearby sea ranch, and sea fishing generally uses fishing rods with lures, and the success rate of catching fish is quite high.
About accommodation
Qianmo Inn
A popular internet celebrity homestay in Xicun Village on Gouqi Island, facing the sea, with pure white ins style, it has the best sea view, equipped with swings, vintage cars, and an infinity pool.
About transportation
Shanghai to Gouqi Island (one trip per day)
Boarding location: 1588 Waima Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai, Nanpu Long-Distance Bus Station, departs at 7:15
Boarding location: Shenjiawan Wharf on Xiaoyangshan Island
Arrival time: 13:10 at Gouqi Ganxie Dock; Departure time: 9:15 on Daishan No. 9
Ticket price: Nanpu: 122 yuan per ticket, Shenjiawan: 88 yuan per ticket, if you want to drive there, the car ferry fee is 348 (which can offset one person's boat ticket), and the journey takes about 4.5 hours.
PHILLIP DUNCAN
Go to the Sea | Shanghai-Shengsi-Gouqi 3 Days 2 Nights
|Shanghai-Shengsi-Gouqi 3 Days 2 Nights .
August 18th (Friday) Intercity Transportation
Combined bus and ferry ticket: Shanghai Nanpu-Shenjiawan-Shengsi (Sijiao) Time: 08:40-11:40 Price: 144 RMB/person
On-island Transportation
Electric car: 15 RMB/hour, no deposit (the owner quoted 20 RMB/hour, try bargaining).
Island Cycling
Cycling for 3 hours, enjoying the sea breeze and the views, so comfortable! You can stop and take photos anytime by the roadside, just pay attention to the cars coming and going.
Restaurant: Haishedian Ocean View Seafood Stall (Shengsi branch), the taste is good and quite fresh!
August 26th (Saturday) Island-to-Island Transportation
Ferry ticket: Sijiao (Xiaocaiyuan Wharf)-Gouqi Island
Time: 09:10-10:10 Price: 110 RMB/person
(Book five days in advance, at 7 am, suspect that the 8:50 and 11:40 tickets were not released at all, first bought the 13:50 one. Felt it was too late to get on the island, so kept checking whenever possible, and the day before departure saw an additional 9:10 cruise ship added, which is faster and has sofa seats, more comfortable) On-island Transportation
Bus: Gouqi Wharf-Dawang Village, 4 RMB/person
To the Abandoned Village
Bus: Gouqi Dawang-Shengshan Bus Station, 3 RMB/person Taxi: Shengshan Island Bus Station-Abandoned Village, 30 RMB
Return
Ferry ticket: Abandoned Village Wharf-Shengshan Bridge, 50 RMB/person Bus: Shengshan Bus Station-Gouqi Dawang, 3 RMB/person Admission: 50 RMB/person
The abandoned village is covered with vegetation, quite stuffy and with many mosquitoes, it is recommended to bring strong mosquito repellent, spray it during rest, I was not bitten by mosquitoes. Some steps in the village are quite steep, if you don't want to go back the same way, you can keep walking inside to the wharf, take a 15-minute boat ride to the Shengshan Bridge.
Mountain and Sea Wonders
Taxi: Dawang-Mountain and Sea Wonders, 30 RMB
After watching the sunset, it's not hot anymore, you can walk downhill to the seafood street for dinner.
Accommodation: It is recommended to stay in Dawang Village, where the bus is more convenient
August 27th (Sunday) Dongya Cliff
Bus: Gouqi Dawang-Shengshan Dongya Cliff, 10 RMB/person Admission: 50 RMB/person
It's quite sunny in the morning, be prepared for sun protection. The eggs at the entrance are 4 RMB each... it's okay not to eat them
Intercity Transportation
Combined bus and ferry ticket: Gouqi Island-Shenjiawan-Shanghai Nanpu Time: 12:50-16:50
Price: 154 RMB/person (The lower cabin environment is not good, there is a smell, it is recommended to apply motion sickness patches in advance just in case)
Ava Anderson5Ava
The Enchanting Oz Not to Be Missed | The Indispensable Gouqi Island
Summer travel inevitably revolves around the theme of islands🏝️
This time I chose Gouqi Island, the neighbor of Huaniao Island👍
The island, once featured in National Geographic, has always been a place I long to visit!
How to get there⁉️
Shenjiawan Wharf ➡️ Shengsi ➡️ Gouqi Island
Note‼️ Always take the larger boat if possible, never the small one
Recommended attractions on Gouqi Island:
Abandoned Village👉 A deserted village filled with greenery, stepping into it feels like entering a unique world, and photographers won't stop clicking! Best to shoot before 5 pm, as the light will be blocked by the mountains later
Dongya Cliff👉 The best spot on Shengshan Island to watch the sunrise, very user-friendly, open from 3:30 am, absolutely cliffy but still quite safe
Mountain and Sea Spectacle👉 Overlooking the sea from the highest point at the southern end of Gouqi Island, the wind is also particularly strong
Dawang Beach👉 The largest beach on Gouqi Island, the sea is truly blue!
tips
1️⃣ There are really a lot of mosquitoes on the island, especially in the Abandoned Village. I was wearing shorts and almost cried from the bites when I walked out of the village.
2️⃣ The main mode of transportation on the island is by taxi, and there is some distance between attractions. You can ask the driver to help arrange carpooling, as the island's taxis can seat 6 people, or you can communicate with other guests at your homestay to carpool
3️⃣ For food, it's recommended to head to Gouqi Seafood Street, where there are more choices. So the best advice is to stay nearby, at least you won't need to take a taxi to eat‼️
Cook Katherine Kath
I actually found a niche island far from the mainland in Zhejiang
In Zhejiang, I found an island far from the mainland,
How far is it? It's 140km from the center of Shanghai,
80km from Dishui Lake, and even 250km from Hangzhou,
Zhejiang's rare blue waters, I finally saw them here,
Who says the waters of Zhejiang and Shanghai aren't blue!!
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📍 Zhoushan City, Shengsi County, Gouqi Island, Shengshan Island, Zhejiang Province
(Although it belongs to Zhejiang, it is closer to Shanghai and transportation is convenient)
📆 Recommended for a three-day two-night or two-day one-night stay
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🚢Transportation
1️⃣ Departing from Shanghai, Jiaxing, Huzhou, Hangzhou, Suzhou, and other places
Choose the Nangang→Gouqi or Shengshan bus-boat joint ticket at , arrive at the Shanghai Nangang Long-Distance Bus Station from various places, take a bus to Shenjiawan Wharf, and then transfer to a boat🚢 to the destination wharf.
2️⃣ Departing from Ningbo, Taizhou, Lishui, Wenzhou, Zhoushan, and other places
Choose the Zhujiajian Centipede Wharf→Gouqi Shengshan boat ticket at , you need to first reach Zhujiajian Centipede Wharf from various places, take a bus from Ningbo Bus South Station to this wharf, and then take a boat to Gouqi Island, Shengshan Island.
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🏖️Must-visit attractions
1️⃣ Dongya Cliff (Shengshan Island, ticket price 50)
It's no exaggeration to say that the bluest waters of the entire Zhoushan are here, far from the mainland, already close to the deep-sea area, suitable for watching the sunrise, but the sunrise is very early, you need to plan ahead.
2️⃣ Green Wonderland No Man's Village (Shengshan Island, ticket price 60)
The ancient village, which originally had 3000 people, is now covered with green plants. It has witnessed the prosperity and loneliness of the island. If you approach the buildings, you can even see the old site of a school from 30 years ago, which is very suitable for a detailed visit.
3️⃣ Xiyang Bay (Shengshan Island, ticket price 50)
Xiyang Bay offers a magnificent seascape, the water is particularly blue and clean when the weather is good, and it is also very suitable for watching the sunset.
4️⃣ Longquan Beach (Gouqi Island, free admission)
The island has both paid and many free beaches, and beaches with a safety officer nearby are all good for fun. Longquan Beach is the largest among the free beaches, and there are also Dakan Beach, Miaogan Beach, and Siyao Beach, which are free. Take my advice, just go to the free ones.
5️⃣ Ganshao Wharf Viewing Platform (Gouqi Island, free admission)
The best place on the island to watch the sunset, it is also known as the "sea pasture", where fishermen densely cultivate various seafood in the near sea, and the aquaculture equipment floating on the sea surface looks like a huge pasture.
6️⃣ Mountain and Sea Wonders (Gouqi Island, free admission)
There are not many high viewing platforms on the island, Mountain and Sea Wonders can overlook the entire Longquan Village and the endless sea in the distance, and there is also a huge rock inscribed with "Mountain and Sea Wonders" next to the viewing platform.
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📖Tips
1️⃣ Taxis on the island are expensive, you can hail a ride on the road.
2️⃣ Check the weather forecast in advance, don't go when it rains or when there is strong wind.
3️⃣ Buy boat tickets at least 5 days in advance.
KaisaRinne
A report has discovered a niche island far from the mainland
In Zhejiang, I found an island far from the mainland,
How far is it? It's 140km from the center of Shanghai,
80km from Dishui Lake, and even 250km from Hangzhou,
Zhejiang's rare blue waters, I've finally seen them here,
Who says the waters of Zhejiang and Shanghai aren't blue!!
📍 Zhoushan City, Shengsi County, Gouqi Island, Shengshan Island, Zhejiang Province
(Although it belongs to Zhejiang, it is closer to Shanghai and transportation is convenient)
📆 Recommended for a three-day two-night or two-day one-night stay
🚢 Transportation
1️⃣ Departing from Shanghai, Jiaxing, Huzhou, Hangzhou, Suzhou, and other places
Choose the Nangang→Gouqi or Shengshan bus-boat joint ticket at 【Shengsi Passenger Transport】, arrive at Shanghai Nangang Long-Distance Bus Station from various places, take a bus to Shenjia Bay Pier, and then transfer to a boat🚢 to the destination pier.
2️⃣ Departing from Ningbo, Taizhou, Lishui, Wenzhou, Zhoushan, and other places
Choose Zhujiajian Centipede Pier→Gouqi Shengshan boat ticket at 【Zhoushan Haixing Ferry】, you need to first reach Zhujiajian Centipede Pier from various places, take a bus from Ningbo Bus South Station to this pier, then take a boat to Gouqi Island, Shengshan Island.
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🏖️ Must-visit attractions
1️⃣ Dongya Cliff (Shengshan Island, ticket price 50)
It's no exaggeration to say that the bluest waters of the entire Zhoushan are here, far from the mainland, already close to the deep-sea area, suitable for watching the sunrise, but the sunrise is very early, you need to plan ahead.
2️⃣ Green Field Fairy Tale Abandoned Village (Shengshan Island, ticket price 60)
The ancient village, originally home to 3000 people, is now overgrown with greenery, witnessing the island's prosperity and desolation. Approaching the buildings, you can even see the old site of a school from 30 years ago, great for a thorough visit.
3️⃣ Xiyang Bay (Shengshan Island, ticket price 50)
Xiyang Bay offers a magnificent seascape, the water is especially blue and clean when the weather is good, and it is also a great place to watch the sunset.
4️⃣ Longquan Beach (Gouqi Island, free admission)
The island has both paid and many free beaches, beaches with lifeguards nearby are all safe to play at, Longquan Beach is the largest among the free beaches, in addition, there are Dakeng Beach, Miaogan Beach, Siyao Beach, all free, take my advice, just go to the free ones.
5️⃣ Ganshao Pier Viewing Platform (Gouqi Island, free admission)
The best place on the island to watch the sunset, it is also known as the "Sea Pasture", where fishermen densely cultivate various seafood in the nearshore area, the floating aquaculture equipment on the sea surface looks like a huge pasture.
6️⃣ Mountain and Sea Wonders (Gouqi Island, free admission)
There are not many high viewing platforms on the island, Mountain and Sea Wonders allows you to overlook the entire Longquan Village and the boundless ocean in the distance, and there is also a huge rock inscribed with "Mountain and Sea Wonders" next to the viewing platform.
📖Tips
1️⃣ Taxis on the island are expensive, you can hail a shared ride on the road.
2️⃣ Check the weather forecast in advance, don't go when it rains or when there's a strong wind.
3️⃣ Buy boat tickets at least 5 days in advance.
Charlotte Foster_92
Guoqi Island - Best Escape from Busy Shanghai!
I really loved my stay in Guoqi Islands, this is a fantastic place to do a short break from Shanghai. Let me share my findings and tips:
1. Best to come for 2 night, so you have one full day and a bit extra. There is a bus going from the city center, if you drive just come to the port and park there. Port is very efficient, parking is big, long bridge is a sight seeing bonus on the way there
2. There are fast boat (1 hour) and slow boats (3 hours) also one in the middle. The boat WeChat app did not support foreign passports, so best get a good hotel and ask them to buy tickets for you, have to do this well in advance
3. For hotel we stayed in Sea Cliff Hotel. It is modern with all rooms looking at the sea. Nice restaurant working flexible hours. Great management that very well look after every guest. They arranged for us a pick up taxi and then we used this taxi for most of our island rides.
4. Sunset bay in GanXieCun. Come for coffee to meet the sunset in the famous coffee shop, then walk down to the bay and see some fisherman coming home with fish by the end of the day
5. Start next day with Eastern Cliff. Fantastic Wow views to capture without a rush, have some rest in a coffee shop before leaving to next place.
6. Howtouwan - the ghost village. Best to get a taxi there as it is located over steep hill. First come and enjoy the viewing platform. Then get into the first bay. The best part to me was the second bay, very few people come there and much more authentic. There is also a boat going from there, check in advance when it operates, so you can save energy on climbing back to the exit and see the place from the sea. Village is great for afternoon and I suggest enjoy it without rush. Sun coming down creates lots of great views. There is some water and snacks in the first bay stop, enough to rest and keep exploring
7. For dinner and evening I advise Daiwangcun Beach area. There is a famous fish street, couple of bigger sea view restaurants, coffee place and couple of bars. Best way to spend your evenings.
8. The sea on the island is clean, not like in Shanghai, should be great over summer!
Hope it helps. I loved the place, will come again, maybe with friends for swimming.
Explore Guoqi and you will not regret!
#planyourtrip
Victor RU
Shengsi Archipelago, breathtaking scenery~
Zhejiang is one of the few places where you can see the blue sea🌊, and Shengshan Island can really be called one of the most beautiful islands. Here you can find not only the sunrise on the cliff🌄, the 'Wizard of Oz' deserted village, the colorful fishing village of Sea Brada, but also the spectacle of the 'sea pasture'!
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🔶: About·Transportation
🚌: Departing from Shanghai, take the tourist bus🚌 from Nanpu Bridge to Shenjiawan Wharf —— Ganchao Wharf on Gouqi Island
🚗: If you are driving, you also drive to Shenjiawan Wharf and then take a ferry🚢 to Ganchao Wharf on Gouqi Island
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📷: About·Attractions
1⃣️: Navigate to 'Houtouwan Village (Deserted Village)'
A well-known attraction on Gouqi Island, the best viewing period is from May to September, when the entire village is covered with ivy, just like a real-life 'Wizard of Oz' (🎫60)
2️⃣: Navigate to 'Dongya Cliff'
It gives a sense of 'The Continent' movie! It's a product of nature's craftsmanship and also one of the best places on the island to watch the sunrise🌄 (🎫50, you can re-enter within the same day)
3️⃣: Navigate to 'Dayu Bay Beach'
One of the few 🆓 beaches on the island, with a lighthouse, and you can also go to the sea to collect shells🐚 at low tide in the afternoon
4️⃣: Navigate to 'Sea Pasture'
When you first get to the island, walk forward for ten minutes to a viewing platform, where you can see the spectacle known as the 'sea pasture'!
5️⃣: Navigate to 'Lovers' Rock'
It's like a strange rock where lovers cuddle each other, with many picture frames🖼️ around, which can be used as a frame to take special pictures of the sea🌊!
6️⃣: Navigate to 'Hougang'
One of the best places to shoot the colorful fishing village 'Sea Brada', ⚠️recommended to shoot with the light during the day!
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🔶: About·Accommodation
'Cliffside Sea View Beautiful Stay' is at the easternmost part of the island, just a five-minute walk from the 'Dongya Cliff Scenic Area', very convenient for watching the sunrise!
The overall decoration of the B&B is also very photogenic, just like Santorini in the East, with pure white buildings, many rooms with their own outdoor swimming pools, and also one of the best places on the island to watch the sunset. Most importantly, they also offer 🆓 shuttle service to the wharf, which can save a lot of taxi🚖 money~
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Tips: The entire scenic area is divided into Shengshan Island and Gouqi Island, connected by a cross-island bridge🌉.
Transportation on the island is quite limited, with only buses and taxis🚕 available. Buses run every half hour and can only reach limited places. Taxis🚖 are fixed price based on distance 30/60R, and it's more cost-effective to share a ride with others.
Garcia Jennifer Jenny
Zhoushan's most beautiful homestay, the time of the cliff sea view on the easternmost coast of China!
Located on Gouqi Island in Shengsi County, Zhoushan, Zhejiang, 'Gouqi Island'
China's easternmost small island, a quiet little fishing village has the bluest sea in Zhoushan
The vast sea, the soft beaches, the simple fishing village, the colorful roads
The adorable lighthouse, the green wilderness village that amazed foreign media, on Gouqi Island, every household has a sea view
From a distance, layer upon layer, as if embedded in the cliffs, those who have visited always say this place is the 'Chinese version of Santorini'
To truly restore the Santorini island dream in your hearts, 'Qianmo'
Built 4 sea view villas on the cliff top, creating a rare cliff sea view homestay in China with a 270-degree unbeatable sea view that leaps into view, an infinity pool that seems like waves advancing to the endless distance, where water meets sky
In the room with its own infinity pool facing the sea
Everyone can't help but take a set of sea view pool photos
In the vacation atmosphere of original wood, materials, colors, and flavors, completely empty yourself, purify the soul especially the corner vine-woven lounge chair, sit down and feel the sea breeze from the East China Sea, tread the waves by day, star gaze at night, fall asleep to the sound of the sea
Wake up with the first ray of sunlight from the east
Luna789~Anderson
Hiking is the best way to explore Gouqi Island
Gouqi Island, known as the 'Little Greece' of the East, is located in the eastern part of the Shengsi archipelago and is the second largest island after Sijiao. It is relatively close to Zhoushan and Shanghai, featuring attractions such as the Dongya Cliff, the deserted village, the Mountain and Sea Wonder Monument, the sea ranch, and Dawang Beach.
I personally prefer travel experiences that are immersive, and this time my friend and I went to Gouqi Island on May 21st and left on May 23rd. We stayed on Gouqi Island for 3 days and 2 nights, hiking all the way and had a very fulfilling experience.
⭐ Accommodation: Accommodation is very important to me, as a good place to stay can greatly enhance the whole trip. This time, we stayed at the Shengsi Panghai Linfeng Cliff Sea View Homestay on Gouqi Island, which is a homestay built on a cliff. It's perfect for a vacation, with a unique location at the mid-level of a fishing village in front of Dongya Cliff. The white design gives a Santorini vibe, facing the sea with blooming flowers, and everywhere you look is a beautiful landscape, every snapshot is a beautiful painting of mountains and water.
⭐ Transportation: We drove to Zhoushan, and the next morning we took a boat. What I found strange was that the round-trip boat tickets from Zhujiajian Centipede Pier to Shengshan/Gouqi were purchased on different public accounts. The ticket to the island was bought on the Zhoushan Haixing Ferry public account, and the return ticket on the Shengsi Passenger Transport public account. Both could be boarded directly by scanning the ID card.
Our detailed itinerary is as follows, for those interested to refer to:
D1, we set off for Zhujiajian in Zhoushan at 9:30 am, checked into the Licheng Bieyuan·Cimei Fanke (Putuoshan Airport Centipede Pier Store), strolled around the hotel in the afternoon, and accidentally discovered a mountain opposite the hotel with nice scenery. Hotel ~ Entrance to the mountain opposite northwest ~ Northwest fork ~ No. 2 viewing platform ~ No. 1 viewing platform ~ South entrance of the mountain opposite ~ Dadong'ao Reservoir ~ Zhoushan Tourism Health Vocational Technical School ~ Hotel,
D2, we took the boat at 7:45 am, Centipede Pier ~ to Shengshan/Gouqi Island, the boat trip took about three and a half hours. The homestay arranged for someone to pick us up, and it was a ten-minute drive to the booked homestay. Afternoon itinerary: Hotel ~ Dongya Cliff ~ Walk one and a half hours to the deserted village ~ Explore the deserted village of Green Fairyland ~ Taxi back to the homestay,
D3, we left the hotel at 8:30 am, Hotel ~ Lover's Stone ~ Dayu Bay Beach ~ Shengshan Town ~ Sanjiaojiang Bridge ~ Gouqi Island ~ Various beaches on Gouqi Island ~ Dawang Village ~ Gouqi Seafood Street for lunch ~ Mountain and Sea Wonder ~ Longquan Village ~ Sea Ranch ~ Ganshixi Pier. We hiked more than twenty kilometers all day, with beautiful scenery along the way,
D4, we left the hotel at 8 am, climbed up a small path next to the hotel, starting with well-built steps. After the steps, there was a wide mud road. Continuing forward, climbing higher and higher, the view below was beautiful. Eventually, we reached a well-built highway, then continued upward, finding that the other side of the road also had a beautiful seascape, not inferior to Dongya Cliff. Continuing upward, we encountered soldiers in camouflage shouting at us that there was a military base ahead and we could not go any further, so we had to turn back. On the way, we met an old man who guided us down to Dayu Bay Beach through a small path.
At 12:20 pm, we took the boat from Shengshan Pier to Zhujiajian Centipede Pier, checked into Licheng Bieyuan·Cimei Fanke (Putuoshan Airport Centipede Pier Store),
D5, we drove from Zhoushan to Jiaxing.