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Xiapu | Come between March and May, a spring dream on the tidal flats!

| Come between March and May, a spring dream on the tidal flats!.🌟Xiapu, located in the northeast of Fujian Province, is a coastal town renowned for its tidal flat scenery🎈. It boasts a long coastline and vast tidal flats, known as the "Most Beautiful Tidal Flats in China". In spring, the sky here is exceptionally blue, the clouds are as white as cotton, and the golden sunlight sprinkles on the tidal flats, shimmering, complementing the scattered bamboo poles and busy fishing boats, forming a picturesque scenery. Xiapu also carries a long-standing maritime culture, with the ancient tradition of sea farming continuing to this day. Fishermen live by the sea, and their working scenes add a rich atmosphere of life to this land✨. ➤Attraction Features ❶Dreamlike Tidal Flats: From March to May, under the spring sunshine, Xiapu's tidal flats display colorful hues. At low tide, the clearly textured tidal flats resemble a natural abstract painting. At high tide, the seawater reflects the sky and the coastal scenery, creating a dreamlike scene🌊. ❷Fishing Village Customs: Many fishing villages are scattered along the coastline, where you can see simple fishing houses, experience the joy of fishing, and feel the authentic fishing village life🎣. ❸A Feast of Light and Shadow: The changeable spring weather brings rich light and shadow effects to Xiapu. Whether it's the golden light at sunrise and sunset, or the mottled light and shadow under the changing clouds, it fascinates photography enthusiasts📷. 🌊2 Days 1 Night Itinerary Day 1: North Line Light and Shadow Cultural Tour Beiqi Tidal Flat (sunrise optional) → Yangjia Creek Banyan and Maple Park (recommended on sunny days) → Dongbi Village & Light and Shadow Plank Road → Shajiang S-Bay (consider carefully) Day 2: South Line Secret Realm Adventure Day Dajing Beach (beachcombing/water activities) → Haiweijiao (castle sea view) → Xiawei Island Sea Cave (check tides) → Luxia Lighthouse (poor road conditions) 📍Must-See Attractions 1️⃣Beiqi Tidal Flat •Highlights: Reflection of seaweed racks (CCTV filming location), better photos on sunny days. •Tips: No need for precise timing, flexible arrangements based on weather; wear non-slip shoes, bring a telephoto lens. 2️⃣Dongbi Village •Highlights: Cliffside sea view guesthouses, sunset plank road. •Tips: Recommended for evening strolls, avoid midday crowds; Gangwei Bridge offers stunning photo spots. 3️⃣Shajiang S-Bay •Highlights: Ink painting scenery of bamboo pole arrays. •Avoid: Paid access for upstairs photography (30 yuan/person), cloudy days are better for photos. 4️⃣Xiawei Island •Highlights: Sea caves, dark reef beaches. •Tips: Check the tide table in advance ("Tide Table Elf" mini-program)! Closed during high tide, slippery inside the cave. ⚠️Avoid 1.Tide Trap: Check the tide table for Xiawei Island and sea caves! Self-funded rescue if trapped. 2.Photography Pitfalls: Fisherman posing fees 50-300 yuan/time, "freeloading" can save money. 3.Weather First: Sunny days enhance the experience of tidal flats, S-Bay, and other attractions by 50%! 💡Tips •Cloudy Day Activities: Take black and white photos of local life at Beiqi Tidal Flat, experience bamboo rafting at Yangjia Creek. •Less Crowded Photo Spots: The platform at the end of the road in Dongbi Village (car-free empty shots). •Souvenir Recommendations: Fisherman-operated seaweed/kelp (20% cheaper than scenic spots). ➤Food ❶Xiapu Seafood: Shrimp, crab, shellfish, and other seafood are fresh and plump. Steaming and blanching preserve the original flavor of the seafood, a mouthful of ocean flavor😜. ❷Oyster Omelet: Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, the deliciousness of oysters blends perfectly with eggs and starch. Served with sweet and spicy sauce, it tastes superb🥘. ❸She Ethnic Group's Wu Mi Fan: Glutinous rice dyed black with plant juice, soft and glutinous, with a unique aroma and rich nutrition. It is a specialty of the local She ethnic group🍚. ❹Hu Tang: Made with seafood as the main ingredient and starch, it has a thick texture and delicious taste, a favorite traditional snack of Xiapu people🥣. ➤Accommodation ❶Seaside Guesthouses: Wake up to the sea, enjoy the beautiful sea view anytime, and feel the ocean breeze. ❷County Town Hotels: Convenient transportation, complete surrounding facilities, convenient for travel and shopping. 🚂Transportation Guide ✈️Air Travel: Arrive at Fuzhou Changle International Airport, then transfer to Xiapu by high-speed train or bus, about 2-3 hours. 🚆Train Travel: Xiapu Station has high-speed trains to and from Fuzhou, Xiamen, Wenzhou, and other cities, making transportation convenient. 🚗Self-driving: Drive from Fuzhou, Wenzhou, and other places to Xiapu, enjoying the beautiful scenery along the way, about 3-4 hours.
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Posted: Mar 18, 2025
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