China's Version of Knight's Lookout

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Last night the west wind withered the green trees,

Looking far into the horizon.

Driving on the road...

The scenery rushes towards me; when I look back at the path I came from,

I can no longer find traces of that time,

But the marks of time cannot be erased.

The gloomy sky, without heat, awaits the sunset after the wind scatters the clouds.

First Stop: Xiapu - Sansha. Watching the sunset purely depends on the heavens' blessing; otherwise, it's just a lonely experience.

Second Stop: Four Shuang Archipelago (2 days 1 night)

◆ Scenery: The views of the four small islands include Dongshuang, Xishuang, Hongshuang (Bird Island), and Beishuang. All are beautiful. Only Beishuang has fishermen living there; the other islands are uninhabited.

◆ Cost: Overall consumption in Xiapu is not high, offering good value for money.

※ Transportation: Only by boat (100 yuan/person)

① Hougang Pier: Closer to downtown Xiapu, journey time 2.30 hours

② Jishi Pier: Need to take a car to Changchun Town Jishi Pier, journey time 1.30 hours, suitable for those who are not good with boats.

Tips: There is only one boat per day from Xiapu Hougang/Jishi Pier to Beishuang Island Nan’ao Pier; you must stay overnight on the island!!

Third Stop: Dayushan Island (2 days 1 night)

◆ Route 1: Tianhu Scenic Area (next to the pier). Suitable for day-trippers who can start sightseeing right after getting off the boat.

◆ Route 2: Suitable for those staying one night. You can visit Tianhu Scenic Area in the afternoon, and on the second day charter a car to explore Moon Bay, Glass Bridge, Dongjiao Corner photo spot, and tour all the villages on the entire island.

※ Transportation: 1. Yujing Pier - Yushan Island Pier, fare 50 yuan/person, 30 minutes. PS: Every day at 12:00, 12:30, and 1:00 PM, buses depart from Qinyu Station to Yujing Pier. (If you want to go to Taimu Mountain, it's more convenient to get off at Yujing Pier.) 2. Self-driving options: Sansha Pier, Yujing Pier, Qinyu Pier. 3. Elderly (over 70), military personnel, etc. are free; 60-70 years old get half-price tickets.

Fourth Stop: Taimu Mountain (day trip)

Transportation: Dayushan Island Pier - Yujing Pier - Qinyu Bus Station - Taimu Mountain

Tips: Taimu Mountain has a high-speed rail station, very convenient.

Because the pandemic closed the plank road, only a touch of sunset remained; after more than 400 kilometers, I passed you by.

Sansha Viewing Platform

Behind the church is a viewing platform; the promised parking lot was not found. I can only say that with bad weather, coming to photograph the sunset results in nothing but loneliness.

Four Shuang Archipelago is located 15 nautical miles east of the Dongchong Peninsula in Xiapu, in the northwestern part of the Taiwan Strait. It consists of over 20 rocky islets including Bei, Nan, Dong, Xi, and Hong Shuang.

Beishuang Island is the only inhabited island among the four, also the largest. Fresh water is somewhat scarce, there is no garbage treatment station, making it a great place to experience fishing village life. We brought our own plastic bags to take non-degradable plastics back to Xiapu on the boat.

The people who live by the sky are respectable, simple, and lovely.

Dongshuang Island is uninhabited. I hope everyone leaves only memories and does not leave more traces on the island. Treat nature well, and nature will treat us well.

Good value for money, highly recommended!

A shop with excellent cost-performance. First attracted by its fresh green storefront. Address: Building B7, Commercial Street, Taimushan Town, Fuding City, Ningde City.

A bit shocked that such a small town could hide such an atmospheric shop.

Went in for a tasting and was amazed. The taste is definitely not inferior to big cities, and the key is the price is very nice, about 30 yuan per person.

Take a look at the picture, but please don't "wow, wow" through the screen. If you have a chance to go to Taimu Mountain, be sure to try it; you won't be disappointed!!!

The red bean burst with filling, oatmeal chewy and sweet, refreshing and delicious!

The boss lady is plump, with crescent-shaped eyes when she smiles, very approachable. She even recommended some scenic routes around Taimu Mountain. She's very kind. When my tire went flat, the chubby boss took me on his electric scooter to his friend's shop to fix it at a very affordable price!!! Superb!!

For those wanting to visit Taimu Mountain, this is the first choice for dining!!!!

Easily found, it's next to Taimu Mountain Bus Station. Use navigation maps to locate the shop!

Accommodation in Xiapu was booked via Ctrip (Spring Waves · The Other Shore). Our group of five booked a suite, which was great. Although it was a 3-bedroom, 2-living-room apartment in a residential complex, the advantage was free parking, convenient access, and near the commercial street. During the stay, I checked out early and contacted Ctrip customer service, who happily helped me communicate with the host. Thumbs up for customer service!

This trip, our whole family, young and old, had a great time! I am grateful for the prosperity of our country. Even in relatively primitive fishing villages, basic needs like fresh water (used sparingly), electricity, and internet are guaranteed. I hope everyone will work together to protect our environment, so we can see more beautiful scenery.

We treat nature well, and nature will treat us well; severe weather will become less frequent!!!

This cat struts with an arrogant stride, a defiant look in its eyes, so cute! I too will go home with a swagger!!

Travelogue Table of Contents

1. Itinerary

2. First Stop: Sansha Town

3. Second Stop: Four Shuang Archipelago - Beishuang Island

4. Dongshuang Island

5. Hongshuang Island (Bird Island)

6. Third Stop: Dayushan Island

7. Seafood on the Tongue

8. Taimu Mountain - Happy Foodie

9. Sansha Specialty Snacks

10. Accommodation and Travel Information: Hotel Index, Strategy Index, Air Ticket Index, Website Navigation, Travel Index, Cruise Index, Corporate Travel Index, Franchise Cooperation, Distribution Alliance, Friendship Links, Enterprise Gift Cards, Insurance Agency, Agency Cooperation, Hotel Franchise, Destination and Attractions Cooperation, More Franchise Cooperation

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