Coastal Towns

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Jiangsu Province (江苏), located along China’s eastern seaboard, is traditionally known for its canals, gardens, and historic cities like Suzhou and Nanjing — but it also has a coastal region along the Yellow Sea with several coastal towns and cities that are growing in popularity for tourism, seafood, and maritime culture.

🏖️ Popular Coastal Towns & Cities in Jiangsu

1. Lianyungang (连云港)

📍 Northern Jiangsu coast, near the border with Shandong.

🌊 Most famous coastal city in Jiangsu.

⛰️ Known for:

Huaguo Mountain (花果山) – mythical home of the Monkey King (Sun Wukong) from Journey to the West.

Lian Island (连岛) – Jiangsu's largest offshore island, with sandy beaches and water activities.

Seaside resorts and seafood markets.

🚄 Accessible by high-speed train from Nanjing, Xuzhou, or Shanghai.

Post by potatogal | Sep 27, 2025