At Shenzhou Peninsula in Wanning, searching for the lighthouse that guides the heart

When the city's noise leaves an inescapable echo in my ears, I arrived at Shenzhou Peninsula in Wanning, Hainan. Unlike the vibrant Sanya, it is like a reserved hermit, embracing every soul longing for peace in a gentler way.

The gift of the sea makes time lose its meaning

The moment I set foot on this land, my senses were recalibrated. Time was no longer a race against the clock but flowed with the tides, the rising sun, and the moving moon. The swaying coconut shadows cast mottled light on the delicate sand, and every inch of land softly wrapped around my footprints, as if inviting me to shed all burdens.

Here, the greatest luxury is not expensive activities but the right to "do nothing" without guilt. Lying on the beach, watching the clouds roll by; strolling along the coastline, letting the sea breeze gently caress you like nature’s softest comfort. The waves repeatedly lapping at your ankles tell a simple secret: life doesn’t have to be so complicated.

The lighthouse: not just a coordinate, but a heart mark

The soul of this bay is undoubtedly the red and white lighthouse standing above the blue waves. It speaks no grand words, simply existing silently between sea and sky. By day, it is a steadfast coordinate; at dusk, when the sunset gilds it with warm gold, it becomes a “heart mark” guiding the inner self.

We are always rushing, often forgetting why we started. Standing beneath this lighthouse, gazing at the boundless sea, all worldly troubles seem to be blown away by the sea breeze. It doesn’t guide ships to a specific harbor but seems to remind every visitor: don’t forget the original purity and tranquility deep within your heart.

Vacation is a ritual of new beginnings

Thus, the meaning of vacation is elevated at this moment. It is no longer just a geographical shift but a healing of the soul and a rediscovery of self. At a seaside café, savoring a special salty-flavored drink, the taste buds experience the authenticity of life. Wrapped in warm sunlight, we finally hear the long-neglected voice deep inside.

When leaving Shenzhou Peninsula, I took away not just a few photos but a clear mind washed by the sea breeze and a lighthouse built in my heart. It reminds me that in the busy life ahead, I must often remember—to leave a sea for the soul and light a lamp.

Life is long, and sometimes you need to come ashore. Shenzhou Peninsula is just such a perfect haven.

Post by Simmons Ethan 99 | Oct 27, 2025