Pingtan Island: A Romantic City Where Land Meets Sea

My love for islands runs deep in my bones, Especially for their sunrises and sunsets. In these moments, you'll feel like you own the world. Since the sea won't come to me, I'll go to Pingtan Island to see it myself. 📍Attraction Address: Pingtan County, Fuzhou City, Fujian Province 🚗Transportation: - Getting to the Island - High-speed rail: Fuzhou South Station → Pingtan Station (40 mins, ¥40) - Self-drive: Rent a car at Fuzhou Airport, cross the cross-sea bridge (1.5 hrs), with charging stations widely available on the island 👍Must-Visit Spots: 1. Blue Tears Bioluminescence🌌 - Time: April–August on clear nights after low tide (check "Pingtan Blue Tears" WeChat for forecasts; visible at Level 3+) - Locations: Tannan Bay, east of Longfengtou Beach, Changjiang'ao - Tips: Stomp barefoot or stir seawater to activate the glow; use night mode on your phone for photos 2. Windmill Farm Sunset🌅 - Changjiang'ao: Windmills and sunset reflections on tidal flats—stunning for drone shots (free) - Northern Ecological Corridor: F2–F3 viewpoints for "windmills + road + sea" compositions 3. Geological Wonders🪨 - Shipaiyang: Twin-sail sea-eroded pillars (15-min boat ride; resembles sailing warships from afar) - Xianrenjing: Deep sea-eroded cave with thunderous waves (wear non-slip shoes) 4. Cultural Villages🏘️ - Xiaobei Village (Dongxiang Island): Colorful stone houses on hillsides—hike for panoramic views - Maotouqian Village: Ancient banyan trees + cliffside stone B&Bs, perfect for East China Sea sunrises - Pingtan Cuisine🍲 - Must-Try: Shilaiyunzhuan: Sweet potato skin stuffed with seafood ("Shisanmei Xianmishi Shop," ¥10/each) Bazhen Fried Cake: Sweet potato cake stir-fried with shrimp/shellfish ("Pingtan Old County Snacks," ¥25/serving) General's Cap: Steamed rock shellfish (Tannan Bay seafood stalls, ¥68/serving) Oyster Omelet: Crispy egg-edged delight (street stalls, ¥5–10) - Seafood Market🦀 Liushui Town Morning Market: Fresh octopus, grouper—can be cooked into congee (¥38/bowl) - Accommodation🏡 - Budget: Beigang Village stone B&Bs (¥200–500/night, artsy vibe) Luxury: Changjiang'ao sea-view B&Bs (¥800+/night, windmill farm views) 🎟️Ticket Info: 1. Some sites (e.g., General’s Mountain, Nanzhai Stone Forest) may show ¥10 fees but could be free due to policy changes—check "Pingtan Tourism" WeChat before visiting. 2. Most ticketed spots offer free entry for kids under 1.2m; half-price for 1.2–1.4m. 3. Outlying islands (e.g., Dongxiang, Tangyu) are free but require ferry tickets (¥20–50/person). 4. Blue Tears: Free! Just head to Tannan Bay/Changjiang'ao beaches at night—no need for paid tours. 💗Tips: Weather: Avoid July–September typhoons; May–June is ideal. Pack windproof jackets + sunscreen. Blue Tears Scams: Ignore "paid tour" claims—rely on official forecasts. EV Charging: Island is EV-friendly with ample fast chargers at scenic spots. Pingtan’s charm lies in slow travel—dawn sunrises, lazy afternoons in fishing villages, nighttime glow hunts or night markets—where mountains, sea, and local life intertwine.