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🌊Shenzhen Yangmeikeng Complete Travel Guide|Unlock the Romantic Coastline from "The Mermaid" Movie I. Scenic Area Introduction Yangmeikeng is located in Nan'ao Street, Dapeng New District, Shenzhen, with Qinian Mountain at its back and facing Daya Bay✨. It's famous for the cliff sea views of Luzui Villa, azure rocky coastline, and seaside cycling greenway, and is the filming location of the mermaid cave in the movie "The Mermaid"🎬. This place offers both primitive wild mountain and sea scenery as well as luxurious vacation experiences, perfect for photography📷, hiking🚶‍♀️, and family trips👨‍👩‍👧‍👦! II. Best Time to Visit - **Spring and Fall (March - May, October - November)**🌼: Temperature ranges from 20 - 28℃, comfortable and pleasant, ideal for hiking and cycling, enjoying the gentle breeze~ - **Summer (June - September)**☀️: Perfect for swimming and snorkeling🏊‍♂️, but be sure to protect yourself from the sun and watch out for typhoons! Weekends get crowded, so plan ahead~ - **Winter (December - February)**❄️: Less crowded and peaceful, though the sea breeze is stronger, it's perfect for quietly watching the waves and enjoying solitude~ III. Transportation Guide 【External Transportation】 1. Self-driving🚗 (Recommended): Navigate to "Yangmeikeng Parking Lot" or "Luzui Villa Parking Lot," about 1.5 hours from downtown. ⚠️Traffic restriction notice: During holidays, you need to make vehicle reservations for Dapeng Peninsula through the "Shenzhen Traffic Police" WeChat account! 2. Public Transportation🚌: Take bus E11 from downtown to "Nan'ao Moonlight Bay Station," then transfer to M274 to "Yangmeikeng Station." 🎈Holidays: You can take Dapeng holiday special lines (such as H92, Dapeng Holiday Shuttle Line 6) for more convenient travel~ 【Internal Transportation】 - Sightseeing Shuttle🚌: From Yangmeikeng to Luzui Villa, 13.8 yuan/person one-way, with stunning views along the route - every photo is a masterpiece! - Cycling🚲: Electric bike rental about 50 yuan/hour, bicycle 30 yuan/day, cycling along the coastal greenway is incredibly therapeutic~ - Hiking🚶: About 5 kilometers from Yangmeikeng to Luzui Villa, along a beautiful rocky coastline, takes about 1.5 - 2 hours, suitable for those who enjoy a challenge~ IV. Must-Visit Attractions and Activities 【Core Attractions】 1. Luzui Villa🏡 This is the location of the mermaid cave from "The Mermaid"! Cliff cabins, ocean-view boardwalks, stargazing terraces - every shot looks like a movie scene🎬! Activities: Visit the cliff restaurant🍴, stay in seaside cabins🛖, wait for the gorgeous sunrise at the viewing platform🌅~ 2. Mermaid Cave🧜‍♀️ A natural sea erosion cave, breathtaking from aerial views! Though there are guardrails along the cliff edge, please be careful~ 3. **Coastal Highway (Luzui Avenue)**🌊 Known as Shenzhen's "most beautiful coastal road," cycle or hike while enjoying the blue waters and volcanic rock formations. Recommended for afternoon photography with favorable lighting - 100% great shots! 4. Luyan Scientific Expedition Trail⛰️ Follow the mountain trail to Dayan Peak (801 meters above sea level), overlooking the panoramic view of Daya Bay. The entire journey takes about 3 hours, quite physically demanding, but the scenery is absolutely worth it! 【Special Experiences】 - Beach Combing🦀: Collect seashells and catch crabs🦀 in the rocky areas during low tide (tools can be rented, but be careful not to slip)~ - Water Activities🚤: Luzui Beach offers kayaking, jet skiing and other activities in summer, enjoy the excitement and fun on the water~ - Stargazing Camping🌌: Camp at Luzui Villa's beach camping area, listen to the waves at night while gazing at the stars - incredibly romantic! Tents can be rented for about 200 yuan each~ 【Nearby Attractions】 - Jiaochangwei: Shenzhen's "Little Gulangyu," explore artistic guesthouses🏠, taste delicious seafood🦞, only 15 minutes drive from Yangmeikeng~ - Dapeng Fortress: Ming Dynasty coastal defense ancient city, experience the charm of history and Hakka culture, 20 minutes drive from Yangmeikeng~ V. Special Cuisine - Seafood Feast🦐: Salt and pepper mantis shrimp, garlic steamed oysters, sea urchin fried rice - every bite tastes like the ocean! Recommended: "Yangmeikeng Fishing Village Seafood Restaurant"~ - Kiln Chicken🍗: A Dapeng local specialty, juicy chicken cooked in a firewood kiln, about 80 yuan each, irresistibly fragrant~ - Seaweed Cake🥧: Cool and refreshing, 5 yuan/serving, available at beach stalls, perfect for a snack between activities~ - Cliff Restaurant🍽️: Inside Luzui Villa, about 150 yuan per person, recommended cream pasta + iced coconut, enjoy delicious food while taking in the stunning views - totally worth it! VI. Accommodation Suggestions - High-end Sea View🏨: Luzui Villa cliff cabins, ocean view from your window🌊, includes breakfast for two + shuttle service, about 800 yuan/night, very popular, remember to book 1 month in advance! - Value-for-money Guesthouses🏡: Haijiao Xiaoshe, Linlan Guesthouse in Yangmeikeng Village, about 300 yuan/night, 10-minute walk to the beach, excellent value~ ⚠️Tip to avoid pitfalls: Prices double on weekends and holidays, try to travel during off-peak times! VII. Important Notes 1. Safety First⚠️: Never climb over guardrails at cliff edges, wear non-slip shoes in rocky areas, and stay away when waves are high~ 2. Sun and Mosquito Protection🧴: High SPF sunscreen + sun hat are essential, and bring mosquito repellent for forested areas~ 3. Environmental Protection🌍: Don't litter, protect the coral reef ecosystem, don't dig up or collect coral and shells, let's protect this beautiful ocean together~ 4. Vehicle Reservation🚗: For self-driving during holidays, make reservations in advance or face a 300 yuan fine and 1 point deduction! VIII. Suggested Itineraries 【One-Day Tour】 - Morning: Cycle along the coastal road at Yangmeikeng → Visit the mermaid cave at Luzui Villa → Enjoy lunch at the cliff restaurant🍴. - Afternoon: Beach combing in the rocky area → Enjoy afternoon tea at Jiaochangwei Beach☕ → Visit Dapeng Fortress → Return~ 【Two-Day Tour】 - Day 1: Hike in Yangmeikeng → Enjoy the stunning sunset at Luzui Villa🌇 → Stay overnight in a cliff cabin → Beach camping and stargazing🌌. - Day 2: Challenge yourself with the Dayan Peak hike → Visit the glass sea at Judiaosha on the way back → Shop for fresh seafood at Nan'ao Seafood Market🦀~ Yangmeikeng is Shenzhen's "mountain and sea utopia"🌴, whether you're tracing the romantic scenes from "The Mermaid" or quietly listening to waves crashing against the rocks, it offers a temporary escape from the hustle and bustle of the city~ Grab your camera📷 and good mood, and set off!🚀
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Posted: May 12, 2025
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