Sights in Zhoushan

While it's called an ancient city, it's actually more like a district comprised of several ancient bluestone streets. Within the city, historic neighborhoods from the Ming and Qing dynasties, such as Zhongdajie, Xidajie, Dongdajie, Chaishui Lane, and Liufang Road, are preserved. Among them, Zuyin Temple, built in the fifth year of the Tianfu reign of the Later Jin Dynasty and known as "the first ancient Zen temple in Wengzhou," boasts exquisite carvings of dragons and phoenixes, and served as a pilgrimage site for those visiting Mount Putuo. The Imperial Library, built in the 28th year of the Kangxi reign of the Qing Dynasty, boasts intricate carvings and a unique style. Surrounded by lush shade and a beautiful setting, the building houses important cultural relics, including the "Dinghai Mountain" plaque inscribed by Emperor Kangxi himself and a portrait of the emperor. Dinghai has long been a military fortress. In addition to the famous Opium War, Dinghai also boasts numerous historical relics from the resistance against Japanese invaders and the Qing Dynasty.

The park comprises four main areas: the Zhoushan Opium War Memorial Hall, the "Three Generals" Memorial Square, the Forest of Steles with Inscriptions by Hundred Generals, and the Ancient Tombs of Soldiers Who Died in the War Against the British. The Zhoushan Opium War Memorial Hall, the main structure of the park, showcases historical relics and images from the two defense battles of Dinghai.

The scenic area is nestled against the Xihoumen Bridge, a steel box girder suspension bridge with the second longest main span in the world and the longest in China. Its majestic presence is captivating in the setting sun, a blend of strength and tenderness that enhances each other. The Xihoumen and Taoyaomen Bridges traverse Cezi Island. The golden Xihoumen suspension bridge and the azure Taoyaomen twin-tower cable-stayed bridge blend majestically with the lush island forests, rugged coastal bedrock, and vast blue skies and seas. The island's refreshingly natural customs, ancient villages and dwellings reminiscent of Qing Dynasty dwellings, and the pristine local culture are alluring.

This traditional courtyard-style residence, built in 1921 by Sanmao's grandfather, Mr. Chen Zongxu, is the ancestral home of renowned Taiwanese author Sanmao. In 1989, Sanmao visited Chenjia Village to pay respects to her ancestors. The five main rooms of the ancestral home are dedicated to the Sanmao Memorial Room. The rooms feature themes such as "A Life Full of Legends," "Sanmao's World-Famous Works," "Travels Across Thousands of Mountains and Rivers," "Family, Love, Friendship, and Hometown," and "Miss You, Sanmao." These rooms display Sanmao's belongings, various editions of her works, photographs from various periods, and commemorative articles from Chinese and international sources. Many of the precious exhibits in the Sanmao ancestral home exhibition room were mailed from Taiwan by Sanmao's brother, Mr. Chen Jie. Each piece embodies Sanmao's deep homesickness and patriotism.

Ma'ao Town, located in the northwest of Dinghai, was formerly known as "Jingtao." Research indicates that Ma'ao boasts nearly 6,000 years of maritime cultural history, making it a renowned "Hometown of Maritime Cultural Relics" in Zhejiang Province. The area boasts the Ma'ao Ancient Cultural Sites, the Ma'ao Museum, ancient dwellings, and beacon towers. The Ma'ao Ancient Cultural Sites are the largest, best-preserved, and richest collection of primitive village sites discovered in the Zhoushan Archipelago to date. The Ma'ao Tumultane Culture, a branch of the Hemudu Culture, features pottery jars unearthed from the mounds, bearing traces of rice grains dating back 6,000 years. Experts have determined that this is evidence of the ancient Yue "Rice Soup Culture" reaching Japan.

The Tea Man Valley Ecological Tourism Area in the East China Sea Grand Canyon National Forest Park is located above the Shameng Reservoir in Shuangqiao Town. Datangang, known as the Fourth Peak of the East China Sea, is home to thousands of acres of tea plantations, giving the valley its name. High mountains, deep valleys, long streams, cascading waterfalls, secluded forests, and precipitous cliffs are the six wonders of Tea Man Valley. Fruit picking, flower viewing, spring viewing, tea tasting, Zen meditation, and orchid viewing are the six elegant experiences of Tea Man Valley. Birdsong in spring, shady beach forests in summer, frost-covered maples in autumn, plum blossoms dotted with snow in winter, resting on rocks by the stream, and wandering freely with the clouds are the true beauty of Tea Man Valley's six attractions.

Home to the renowned Shenjiamen food stalls, this port is China's largest natural fishing port, and is considered one of the world's three largest, along with Bergen Harbor in Norway and Callao Harbor in Peru. At night, visit Shenjiamen Fishing Port to witness the breathtaking sight of fishing lanterns ablaze amidst a sea of ​​stars. Thousands of boats ply the harbor year-round. During the fishing season, hundreds of thousands of fishermen from over a dozen coastal provinces and cities flock to the port, creating a unique island fishing port landscape.

Mount Putuo, one of the Four Great Buddhist Mountains of China, along with Mount Wutai in Shanxi, Mount Emei in Sichuan, and Mount Jiuhua in Anhui, is the sanctuary where Guanyin Bodhisattva teaches and enlightens sentient beings. Surrounded by the sea, its enchanting scenery is enchanting and unique, earning it the title "the most tranquil place on earth." The rocks, forests, temples, pagodas, cliff carvings, and the cacophony of Buddhist chants are all imbued with the mystical charm of Buddhism. The island is surrounded by endless golden sands, fringed by white waves, and fishing boats crisscross the landscape. The twelve scenic spots of Putuo, ranging from the precipitous to the mysterious and unique, inspire endless reverie. Many scenic spots and historical sites are inextricably linked to Guanyin, and are the subject of beautiful and moving legends.

Zhujiajian is the international hometown of sand sculptures in China. It is famous for its natural sand and stone landscape, integrating sand scenery, stone scenery, sea scenery and Buddha scenery. The island is covered with golden sand, rippling blue waves, steep rocks, staggered caves and reefs, psychedelic sea light, extensive forests, endless sound of waves, flying seagulls and silver fish chasing the waves.

Zhujiajian is most famous for its beaches. Recognized by the International Sand Sculpture Organization as one of the world's finest beaches for both sand quality and scenery, Zhujiajian's sand quality and scenery far surpass those of the Hawaiian Islands, one of the world's leading summer resorts. Shili Jinsha boasts East China's largest sandy beach complex, comprising nine beaches: Qingsha, Lisha, Qiansha, Nansha, and Dongsha.

Peach Blossom Island is the residence of Huang Yaoshi, the East Evil in Jin Yong's novels. Many of the place names mentioned in the book have their origins here, which adds to the mysterious atmosphere of Peach Blossom Island.

Taohua Island, with its densely packed hills and undulating terrain and lush forests, is known as the "Botanical Garden of the Sea." The island comprises six major scenic areas: Tawan Golden Sands, Anqi Peak, Big Buddha Rock, Taohua Harbor, Wuqiao Gate, and Wushi Gravel Beach. Other attractions include over 60 others, including Dragon Girl Peak, East China Sea Pearl, Baique Temple, Shengyan Temple, the Shy Guanyin, the Immortal Bridge, Huang Yaoshi's Residence, and Qingyin Cave. Taohua Island also captivates visitors with its unique rock formations: some resemble lions descending the mountain, others resemble seals juggling a ball, and still others resemble fairies worshipping Buddha. The "Big Buddha Head" rock formations, towering atop Duizhi Mountain, resemble a colossal sculpture, shrouded in mist and towering in awe. A particularly striking feature is a massive rock atop the mountain, shaped like a Buddha's head. Its size remains consistent from any angle, whether viewed from a hundred miles away or just a stone's throw away. Legend has it that a god from heaven came down to earth for an inspection. When he passed by the East China Sea, he was attracted by the beautiful scenery of Peach Blossom Island and did not want to return to heaven, so he turned into a stone and lived here forever.

Dongji Island is actually not an island. It's a town. Dongji Town has four inhabited islands: Miaozihu Island, Qingbang Island, Huangxing Island, and Dongfushan Island.

The Dongji Islands, located at the easternmost tip of the Zhoushan Archipelago, are the site of the first rays of dawn in China, earning them the name "Dongji." For visitors to Dongji, the sunrise is a must-see.

Dongji boasts a rich, quaint fishing village atmosphere and breathtaking scenery, offering a truly breathtaking blend of sunshine, azure sea, islands, reefs, and seafood. Its pleasant climate and crystal-clear waters make it a rare and pristine place. The sea surface here fluctuates throughout the year, sometimes as tranquil as Hangzhou's West Lake, with its vast expanse of water, and sometimes as violent as the Qiantang River's autumn tides, with its waves crashing against the shore. The Dongji Islands are known as the "Cloud Islands." Every spring and summer, clouds and mist shroud the islands, while the coast remains bathed in sunshine, creating a truly spectacular spectacle. The towering peaks of Dongfu Mountain and Yezi Mountain are a breathtaking display of natural beauty, surpassing the grandeur of Mount Tai, approaching the Two Sacred Mountains, and resembling the strangest of Huangshan and Pantuo.

Si, known as the "Fairy Mountain on the Sea," is renowned for its stunning island scenery, characterized by its "blue sea, unique reefs, golden sands, and fishing boats." The main scenic area, Sijiao Island, boasts Jihu Lake, a premier bathing beach in my country's Yangtze River Delta, Nanchangtu Beach, Liujingtan, the island's best sunrise viewing spot, and Dabei Mountain, a sacred Buddhist site.

Also known as the Penglai Fairy Island, its numerous islets are scattered like lotus flowers across the vast expanse of the East China Sea. Daishan's unique characteristics are its waters, beaches, reefs, seafood, and fishing boats. The island also boasts the remains of the Neolithic Dashun Temple, as well as traces of ancient people's fishing, hunting, and sea-cooking practices dating back over 4,000 years. Like a fairyland beyond the sea, Daishan is perpetually shrouded in a subtle fishy and salty aroma, the air often permeated with the scent of the ocean. Stroll along the soft sandy beach in the sunshine, watch the waves roll in, or relax in a seaside hot spring, listening to the sound of the ocean. Daishan at night is bustling and enticing, with seafood stalls lined up along the waterfront, brimming with fresh fish and lively shrimp, carefully hand-picked from the docks. After a satisfying meal, take a solitary drive, listening to the crashing waves and the distant strains of a guitarist – it's truly relaxing.