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The Zhoushan Archipelago, China's only maritime city known for its archipelago, is endowed with an infinitely captivating charm thanks to its unique island scenery. Blue skies, azure seas, lush islands, golden sands, and white waves are the defining themes of Zhoushan. Characterized by the sea, fishing, cities, islands, ports, shipping, and commerce, Zhoushan integrates island scenery, maritime culture, and Buddhist traditions. Its 1,390 islands, like dazzling pearls, are scattered across the vast ocean.
Shenjiamen, Putuo District: It is known as the "Little Shanghai" of Zhoushan and is also a transportation hub to Putuo Mountain, Zhujiajian and Taohua Island. At night, it is very pleasant to eat seafood at the Shenjiamen seafood stalls and admire the night view of the fishing port.
Dinghai District: One of the more developed areas on Zhoushan Island, west of Shenjiamen, with convenient transportation, dining and shopping as one of its biggest advantages.
Zhoushan's peak tourist season runs from June to October. Taohua Island, Dongji, Putuo Mountain, Zhujiajian, and Shengsi Islands are all popular summer getaways. Enjoy swimming, enjoying the ocean breeze, sea fishing, and sunrise viewing. However, be sure to use sunscreen.
In summer and autumn (June-September), the sea's vast waves roar with breathtaking force, creating a thrilling spectacle. At night, waves shimmer and dazzle the eye. Fishing is prohibited during this season, so seafood is more expensive than usual. For seafood lovers, consider traveling in autumn and winter (October-February), when the shrimp and fish are plump and the variety of seafood is truly dazzling.
Zhoushan enjoys warm winters and cool summers year-round, with August being the hottest month and January the coldest. Temperatures are slightly lower than those in Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Ningbo. Furthermore, during the seasonal transition from late spring (May) to early autumn (October-November), Zhoushan experiences a significant temperature difference between morning and evening, so bring extra clothing to prevent colds. Early June to early July is Zhoushan's plum rain season, and the following month (July and August) is also typhoon season. Visitors visiting Zhoushan during this time should pay close attention to sailing schedules. Midwinter (December-February) is warm and windy, with little ice or snow. However, strong sea breezes meanwhile necessitate careful clothing.
The bulk of the expenses in Zhoushan are on accommodation and transportation. The cost varies depending on the island you go to. Generally speaking, Dinghai, Dongji Island, Taohua Island, and Shengsi are less expensive, while Putuo Mountain is more expensive. The lowest cost during the peak season is about 400 yuan/person/day.
One of the four famous mountains of Chinese Buddhism, the place where Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva taught sentient beings
The fifth largest island in Zhoushan Archipelago, it combines sand, stone, sea and Buddha scenes.
It is famous for its island scenery of blue sea, strange reefs, golden sand and fishing lights.
Known as the "Botanical Garden on the Sea", it is also the residence of Huang Yaoshi, the East Evil in Jin Yong's novels.
