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The environment is OK, there are not many dishes, the seafood is expensive, the taste is satisfactory, and it is worth checking in. It is recommended to go in the evening, you can watch the sunset and take pictures. There are not many people recently, and there are many seats.

The environment is really amazing. If you want a sense of atmosphere, you will definitely not be disappointed. The best place to take photos nearby. The food tastes good. The golden button and sweet and sour spareribs are delicious. Trust me, don't order the scallion oil snails! Don't order it! Don't order it! It's like eating a mouthful of small stones. You can hardly taste the meat after eating it and spitting it out. You can just eat some scallion oil. It's better to order other scallion oil dishes. They should taste the same. And children can't eat this dish at all. It's a waste.

A budget-friendly island getaway for working professionals! Experience the freedom and charm of Xiapu mudflats and Pingtan Island in this two-day, one-night trip – maximizing value! Keep this budget travel guide handy! 🌈Highlights: ✔️ Food, accommodation, transportation, and attraction tickets all for under 500 RMB per person ✔️ Discover hidden mudflat wonders and stunning islands ✔️ Save money with public transport/shared rides throughout the trip ✔️ Off-the-beaten-path routes for better photos 🚶♀️ DAY 1: Xiapu Magical Mudflats 7:00 Fuzhou South Station → Xiapu Station (High-speed train 43 RMB/person) 📍【Beiqi Mudflats】(Free) 👉 Beiqi Village, Songgang Street, Xiapu County Don't miss the sunrise! The interplay of light and shadow created by the seaweed racks and fishing boats is breathtakingly beautiful—remember to wear non-slip shoes! 📍【Dongbi Village】(Free) 👉Dongbi Village, Sansha Town, Xiapu County A hub for Instagram-worthy guesthouses, the road leading to the sea and the white church are perfect for photos! Lunch recommendation: "Shijianhai" restaurant (around 60 RMB per person), the seafood noodles are amazing! 16:00 Xiapu → Pingtan (Shared ride 60 RMB/person) Check into a guesthouse in Pingtan County (standard room around 80 RMB per person) 🚶♂️ DAY 2 Pingtan Wind Chasing Trip 📍【Longfengtou Beach】(Free) 👉Longfeng Road, Pingtan County Rent an electric scooter (30 RMB/day) for a ride around the island. The mirror-like beach in the morning is like a mirror of the sky; drone shots are even more stunning! 📍【Changjiang'ao Windmill Field】(Free) 👉Baiqing Township, Pingtan County Giant white windmills against a backdrop of azure sea. The light is perfect for portrait photography after 3 PM. Prickly pear juice by the roadside is incredibly refreshing (8 RMB/cup). 18:00 Pingtan → Fuzhou (Bus 53 RMB/person) 💰Expense List (Total 498 RMB): Transportation 156 + Accommodation 80 + Food 148 + Others 114 💡Useful Tips: 1️⃣Check tide tables for photography spots in Xiapu. Best time to visit is during the mudflat season (April-October). 2️⃣Blue tears (bioluminescent plankton) can occur in Pingtan from May to September. Remember to bring flip-flops if you're chasing them at night. 3️⃣Make sure to use plenty of sunscreen on the island! Use both physical and chemical sunscreens. #BudgetTravelGuide #FujianSurroundingTrip #StudentTravel #OffTheBeatenPathIsland #PhotographyGarden

Pu🌈, a magical place where God spilled his palette! A three-day, two-night trip to experience the magical mudflats and seafood extravaganza. Save this guide so you don't get lost! 📅 Day 1 🌅 Morning: Beiqi Mudflats 👉 Xiapu's most famous mudflat! The interplay of light and shadow at sunrise creates breathtaking ink-wash paintings.🎨 📍 Address: Navigate to "Beiqi Mudflat Viewing Platform" 🚗 Transportation: Self-driving/chartered car recommended ⏰ Best time: Around sunrise (ideally arrive around 5:30 am) 🦞 Noon: Xiapu Seafood Stalls 👉 Razor clams & seaweed sprouts are amazing! So fresh they'll make your tongue fall off!🤤 🍴 Recommendation: You can't go wrong with any stall in Xiapu town! 🌇 Afternoon: Xiaohao Mudflats 👉 Absolutely stunning light and shadow at low tide! Photographer's Must-Visit Spot📸 ⚠️ Note: Wear non-slip shoes! The mudflats are very slippery! 📍 Address: Navigate to "Xiaohao Mudflats" 🏠 Evening: Accommodation in Xiapu County 👉 Highly recommend "Xiapu Mudflat Photography Homestay"! The owner will tell you about hidden shooting spots~ 🌃 Perfect for getting up early the next day to shoot the sunrise 📅 Day 2 🌄 Morning: Sunrise at Huazhu Village 👉 A stunning sunrise spot certified by CCTV! Fishing rafts + the sea = breathtaking 100%💯 📍 Address: Navigate to "Huazhu Village Viewing Platform" ⏰ Recommendation: Arrive 1 hour before sunrise to secure a good spot 🦀 Noon: Seafood in Sansha Town 👉 Local favorites! The aroma of Minnan-style noodles is irresistible! 🍜 Recommendation: Seafood noodles at "Sansha Snack Shop" (a local favorite) 🏡 Afternoon: Dongbi Village 👉 A hub for trendy B&Bs! The "Shijianhai" viewing platform is amazing! 📸 Get Instagram-worthy afternoon tea and stunning seascape photos in one go! 🌊 Evening: Overnight in Dongbi Village 👉 Falling asleep to the sound of the waves is so therapeutic! 💤 We recommend staying in a sea-view room! Absolutely worth the price! 📅 Day 3 🌳 Morning: Yangjiaxi 👉 A true fairyland! Morning mist + old banyan trees = a journey back to ancient times 📍 Address: Navigate to "Yangjiaxi Banyan and Maple Park" ⏰ Opening Hours: 7:00-17:00 🐟 Lunch: Xiapu County 👉 One last seafood meal before leaving! "A Zhong Seafood Restaurant's" braised ribbonfish is divine! 🚗 Afternoon: Return Trip 👉 If time permits, definitely visit "Shajiang S-Bend"! The last must-see photo spot! 🌟 Useful Tips: 1️⃣ Check the tide table in advance! A must-have for photographers! 2️⃣ Seafood is delicious, but remember to bring stomach medicine 💊 3️⃣ Hiring a car is the most convenient! The attractions are a bit far apart. 4️⃣ 800+ RMB per person for a fantastic trip! Super cost-effective! Feel free to call me in the comments if you have any questions~👇 #XiapuTourism #MudflatPhotography #FujianTourism #Seafood #OffTheBeatenPathTravelDestination

Don't rush to Sanya in November! This stunning town offers accommodations in century-old homes for 200 yuan per person, all-you-can-eat seafood for 30 yuan per person, and direct high-speed rail access without traffic jams—Fujian Xiapu offers the ultimate romance of autumn. Think autumn's over? Wrong. On the shores of the East China Sea, at 26° north latitude, lies a small town whose colors were seemingly overturned by nature—Fujian Xiapu. November is the season for this place: The mudflats are mirror-like, seaweed stands form a painting, fishing boats cut through the morning mist, and the sunset paints the sea a golden red... What's more: ✅ Airfare is half the price of Sanya | ✅ All-you-can-eat seafood for 30 yuan | ✅ Century-old homes converted into B&Bs for under 200 yuan a night | ✅ Direct high-speed rail access means you can get away on the weekends! I just got back from Xiapu, spending 1,580 yuan per person for 4 days and 3 nights. I didn't snag a popular photo spot, but I managed to capture the best Instagram-worthy photos of the year. 📍Why visit Xiapu in November? In a nutshell: This is the only place in China where you can experience "a marine forest, shimmering mudflats, and seaweed farming season" all at once! Every year from late October to early December, local fishermen begin harvesting seaweed, their bamboo poles piercing the shallow sea, creating a natural "water maze." At sunrise, mist shrouds the water, and fishing boats sing in the evening. A single photo would make it onto the cover of National Geographic. 🍽️ Food: Seafood is so cheap it feels like a steal! For 50 yuan per person, you'll eat until you're leaning against the wall* Xiapu people don't eat frozen food; today's catch equals tonight's dinner. Must-try items: - Yellow Croaker Soup: Made with wild yellow croaker, simmered into a paste and thickened with sweet potato starch, it's incredibly delicious (NT$18 per bowl at the small shop). - Stir-fried Razor Clams with Chives: These razor clams, longer than your palm, are stir-fried to a crispy, tender, and juicy texture. Perfect with rice (NT$35 per plate at the food stall). - Seaweed Omelette: Made with fresh local seaweed, the aroma of egg and seafood combine for a delicious breakfast. - Oyster Omelette: Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, dipped in sweet and spicy sauce, it's even thicker than the ones in Tainan! 📌 Foodie Tips: Catch the morning tide at Sanhe Market. Freshly landed shrimp and crabs are sold by the basket. After you buy them, have them prepared directly at a nearby restaurant. The labor cost is NT$10 per dish, making a luxurious seafood feast less than NT$60 per person! 🏨 Accommodation: Sleep in a Ming and Qing dynasty-era house, open the window to see the ocean and listen to the waves. Don't stay in a chain hotel! The most essential experience in Xiapu is staying in a century-old Fujian traditional house nestled between the mountains and the sea. Recommended B&Bs in the Dongbi Village area: - "Shijianhai": Renovated from seven old stone houses, with terraces facing the sea, you can watch the first rays of sunlight leap over the water in the morning (double room, approximately 380 yuan/night). - "Yijiaosan": A favorite among young artists, this all-in-one book bar, cafe, and photography exhibition is owned by a local photographer who will help you find a photo location for free (260 yuan/night). - "Yu Ni Tongshuang": The king of value, "Yu Ni Tongshuang": Family rooms are only 220 yuan, and the hostess makes her own brown sugar rice cakes for a late-night snack. 📌 Book in advance! Photography tours flock to November, and good spots fill up within a week. 🚗 Travel: High-speed rail and taxi are all you need, no need to drive. 🚄 The high-speed rail goes directly to Xiapu Station, which takes 3.5 hours to Hangzhou, 5 hours to Shanghai, and 1 hour to Fuzhou. From there, a taxi to Dongbi Village takes about 40 minutes and costs 80 yuan (carpooling is possible). Is the scenic area scattered? Don't worry! - Day Tour Charter: 150 RMB/hour, driver and guide, taking you on off-the-beaten-path routes (half-day tour recommended). - Electric Scooter Rental: 50 RMB/day, perfect for couples cycling around the coast. 📌 Top 5 Must-See Attractions: 1️⃣ Beiqi Tidal Flats | A magical sunrise viewing spot, with layers of seaweed reflecting the morning glow, creating a breathtaking spectacle (free). 2️⃣ Xiaohao Beach | The best afternoon light, with golden sands intertwined with the azure waters, makes for stunning photos (admission fee: 15 RMB). 3️⃣ Yangjiaxi Banyan and Maple Forest | The largest ancient banyan forest in East China, with maple leaves turning red in November and a mist-shrouded stone bridge resembling a fairyland (admission fee: 45 RMB). 4️⃣ Dong'an Fishing Rafts | Take a boat trip into the offshore aquaculture area, exploring the "Venice of the Sea," and enjoy feeding seagulls (boat ticket: 30 RMB). 5️⃣ Shajiang S Bay | A hillside overlook of the zigzag mudflats and waterways, the sunset is a visually stunning spectacle (free) 🛍️ Shopping: Take away the taste of the sea and avoid souvenir scams Don't buy those beautifully packaged "fake dried goods" from tourist areas! Locals buy it this way: - First-water seaweed: Choose the deep, shiny black ones, perfect for making soup at home (market price 80 yuan/jin) - Dried yellow croaker: Air-dried large yellow croaker, add two slices to steamed rice for a fragrant aroma (vacuum-packed, 50 yuan/piece) - Kelp seedlings: A great cold salad dish, half the price of supermarket options - Red crab roe: Make crab paste, perfect with porridge 📌 Tip: Most of the "wild dried abalone" sold at the entrance to the scenic area is pre-soaked and shipped. Look for established brands at farmers' markets. 🎭 Local Highlights: Beyond the stunning scenery, there's also a millennium-old fishing and farming culture. - Watch a "Fishermen Pulling the Net" performance: Dozens of people work together to drag a 100-meter-long net, sparkling with silver light as it emerges from the water – a truly breathtaking sight. - Participate in an "Oyster Opening Experience": Open an oyster yourself and savor the soul-stirring, milky-white juice. - Overnight in a wooden fishing raft cabin: Sleep on the sea, drift off to the sound of waves, and gaze upon the stars. 💰 Cost Guide (4 Days, 3 Nights per Person) - Transportation: 600 yuan round-trip high-speed rail + 200 yuan taxi/charter within the city = 800 yuan - Accommodation: Budget B&B x 3 nights = 600 yuan - Meals: 100 yuan per day x 4 days = 400 yuan - Entrance fees + Activities: Approximately 150 yuan - Shopping: 300 yuan (as needed) ✅ Total: Approximately 1580 yuan! Cheaper than a trip to Disneyland! The comments section exploded: "I'm taking a day off after reading this! I'm going to eat 30 yuan king crab!" "I never knew China has a Tuscan-style autumn coastline." "Repost and save this! This might be the most cost-effective trip of the year." This November, stop watching short videos and envying others' lives. Pack your backpack and head to Kasumigaura— Let the sea breeze fill your chest, Let the sunset warm your camera, Let that mouthful of tooth-deepening yellow croaker soup tell you: It's great to be alive. #NovemberTravelRecommendations #KasumigauraTravelGuide #UncommonIslands #AffordableTravel #FoodTour #PhotographyParadise