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Zhangzhou, this charming little city of Southern Fujian, is truly a treasure trove! 💎 In just three days and two nights, you can experience the charm of the ancient city, island scenery, and Tulou culture. Bookmark this tried-and-true guide! 🚶‍♀️ Itinerary at a Glance: Day 1️⃣: Hot Springs and Ancient City Tour 📍Bai Xiang Yuanshan Flower Spring Address: No. 1 Jiangbin Road, Xiangcheng District, Zhangzhou City, Fujian Province Opening Hours: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM 💰Price per person: Starting at 198 RMB First stop in Zhangzhou: a hot spring bath. ♨️ It's a truly relaxing escape from the city. In the afternoon, explore the 700-year-old Zhangzhou Ancient City. Take some stunning photos of the stone archway and Confucian Temple. 📸 Day 2️⃣: Spend the day exploring Dongshan Island. 🌅The sunrise over Jinluan Bay is stunning! The mirror-like beach is so photogenic~ 🚴 Cycling along the Sufengshan Island Ring Road (the blue, viral bridge is a must-take photo) 🏄Don't get too excited about the water at Maluan Bay 🌊Nanyu's two-sided sea (check the tide chart) Enjoy the seafood on the fishing rafts 🦞 Day 3️⃣: Yunshuiyao + Tulou Tour ⛲️Wandering around Yunshuiyao Ancient Town (the century-old banyan trees are stunning) 🏯See the "Four Dishes and One Soup" at the Tianluokeng Tulou Cluster We recommend chartering a car for the Tulou route 🚗, saving time and effort 🍜Must-try list: - Afang Braised Noodles (perfect with a five-spice roll) - Park Four-Fruit Soup (a perfect summer remedy) - Jianguo Oyster Omelette (crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, yyds) Freshly cooked food at a beachside food stall 🦀 🏨Accommodation Recommendation: High-End: Baixiang Yuanshan Hotel Address: No. 1 Jiangbin Road, Xiangcheng District, Zhangzhou City Room Type: Garden Hot Spring Room, Super Cozy~ B&B: Xiusu Qiaocun 1956 Address: No. 1956, Huaqiao New Village, Gongyuan Street, Tongling Town, Dongshan County Seaview rooms have a stunning view🌊 🚌Transportation Tips: Xiamen Airport → Zhangzhou Station: 30 minutes by train. Get off at Yunxiao Station for Dongshan Island~ #ZhangzhouTravel #DongshanIsland #Yunshuiyao #FujianTravel #UncommonTravelDestinations

✨If you come to Pingtan and don't eat at these 6 restaurants, it's a waste of time! Tested by special forces! Seafood lovers/health lovers/photographers are all satisfied Attached with a guide to sea view sunset restaurants + steamed seafood👇🏻 🦀Sea Market Food Stalls·Pingtan Seafood 📍No. 39, Longhua Road Freshly caught and cooked palm-sized oysters🦪Fresh, sweet and tender Must order black pepper crab stir-fried and tasty, salted egg yolk prawns wrapped in lava It's so healing to eat braised eel in the sea breeze late at night~ 🦞Chen Xiaochu Seafood Master·10 Years of Pingtan Flavor 📍No. 46, Longhua Road Eat a whole pot of seafood for 198r! Mantis shrimp + oysters + prawns in one pot Garlic vermicelli scallops, garlic oysters, more fresh with the stimulation of garlic. 🍲Chen Xiaozhou·Seafood Casserole Porridge 📍No. 28, Longhua Road, next to Haoxiang Hotel A local tyrant who cooks porridge with lobster and abalone! The golden sturgeon shrimp porridge is sticky and stringy With Rushan oysters, you can enjoy seafood porridge freely After drinking, your stomach feels warm and you can watch Blue Tears more romantic💙 🔥Good things happen·Seafood Casserole 📍No. 118, Longhua Road The casserole baked squid is sizzling! The black pepper fried crab is so fragrant that you can lick the shell "Forever" Pingtan's exclusive dessert, a mouthful of peanuts. 🌅Fresh small baked·Fujian casserole·Seaview restaurant 📍No. 585, Baisha Village Eat fried crab in the typhoon shelter while watching the sunset over the Orange Sea! Golden scallops are so crispy that they fall apart, and the handmade fish dumplings are full of juicy fillings The viewing platform has a built-in soft light filter for taking portraits📸 🦪Yipin Steamed Fresh 📍No. 32, Dongmei Village A steamed fresh feast led by locals! Freshly steamed mantis shrimp can dance Garlic scallops + oysters covered with garlic paste, dipped in special sauce is amazing The seafood porridge base concentrates all the essences and is super rich! 🍘Snacks: Remember to buy horse ears when passing by the street! Crispy sugar and oil mixed bombs 🌟With travel tips: ▪Blue tears outbreak period: after 8 pm from April to June ▪It is recommended to stay in Beibu Gulf B&B, open the window to see the sea ▪It is super convenient to rent an eDonkey to travel around the island (remember to bargain) #Ruge's Journey #Flowering May Day #May Day Reverse Travel Inspiration Place

📅Day 1: County Town Fun + Seafood Savor 🌞Morning: Slow Down in the Old Town Upon arrival in Pingtan, stay directly in the Old Town, opting for a B&B with a balcony. 🌤️ Enjoy the sun! After packing up, grab some seaweed jelly for a refreshing cooldown! Then, visit the Old Town market, watch the fishermen bring in freshly caught seafood, and soak in the vibrant atmosphere. 🎏 🌊Afternoon: Spend some time at Longfengtou Beach No need to rush to the sights! Head to Longfengtou Beach for a sandy stroll 🏖️. The sun isn't glaring, the breeze is just right, and you can lounge on a beach chair and watch the waves 🌊. Or rent a small shovel and go fishing with your kids, picking up crabs and shells. It's so easy! 🌙Evening: Seafood feast + squatting on the blue tears Head straight to the county town for a seafood feast (with 7 must-try restaurants included 👇). Afterward, take a stroll to Longwangtou Beach to squat on the blue tears 💧. April and May are the best months, when the waves create a romantic blue glow. Remember to bring a flashlight for photos 📸 📅Day 2: Northern Route Tour + Slow Down in the Fishing Village 🌞Morning: Explore Beigang Village for a cultural getaway No need to wake up early! Depart for Beigang Village around 9 AM 🏘️ Colorful stone houses dot the landscape. Stop by the fishing village cafe, order a cup of coffee, and relax by the window, watching the fishing boats and the ocean. ✨ You can also try making handmade sea pottery and take home a special souvenir. 🍜 Lunch: Dried rice in the fishing village Enjoy the delicious seafood noodles in Beigang Village 🦐—they'll make you drop! Or head straight to the county town for dinner and avoid the high prices at the scenic area. 🌅 Afternoon: Changjiangao Windmill Farm Visit Changjiangao Windmill Farm, where the white windmills spin against the blue sea, creating a fairytale-like scene. 🎠 The light is perfect at 4 PM, so photos are beautiful even without filters! After a tiring day of shopping, enjoy a seafood stall featuring fried clams, steamed fish, and seafood porridge. It's truly satisfying! 📅Day 3: A Small Island + Return Trip 🌞Morning: A relaxing tour of Dong'ao Island Take the ferry to Dong'ao Island (20 minutes). 🏝️ The island is quiet and sparsely populated. Rent a bicycle and tour the island. Stop by a fishing village to chat with the fishermen, watch them drying their nets and mending their boats, and enjoy freshly cooked seafood noodles—so delicious! 🌆Afternoon: A surprise before returning home Return to the county seat and explore the old town to buy souvenirs. 🎁 Recommend dried shrimp, fish balls, and seaweed. The old shop next to the wet market offers great value. Finally, enjoy a seafood meal to satisfy your return trip and cap off a perfect Pingtan trip. 🚗 📍 Tips for a swanky trip 1. Choose an electric scooter with a range of over 100 kilometers. You can explore the northern route all day without frequent charging. 🔋 2. The beach is windy, so bring a light jacket even in the summer. Even at night, you won't feel cold. 🧥 3. Don't order too much seafood; eat it right when you order it for the freshest experience and avoid wasting it. 🦞 7 Must-Try Seafood Restaurants ✅ Chen Xiaozhou Seafood Porridge Stall (28 Longhua Road) ✅ Yiwanlan Noodles Seafood Vermicelli (35 Longfeng East Road) 5) ✅ Yipin Steamed Seafood (72 Longhua Road) ✅ Chen Xiaochu Seafood (46 Longhua Road) ✅ Haishi Seafood Stall (39 Longhua Road) ✅ Fresh Baked Clay Pot Seafood (108 Honghu East Road) ✅ Liuxi Seafood Stall (162-1 Dong'ao Village) Follow this guide to enjoy Pingtan in style, feast on delicious seafood, and soak up the stunning scenery. It's a relaxing and relaxing experience! Plan your trip now! 💙 #FuzhouTravel #PingtanRomanticSunriseWatching #HaveFunWithFriends #LocalFood #SeasideAtmosphere