Taizhou 5-Day Itinerary
by AG. Rick 36
Sep 2, 2025
Along the coastline of Wenling, Taizhou, lies a romantic destination that draws countless visitors—the Couple Rings Viewing Platform. It resembles a natural "scenic ring," encircling the most breathtaking mountain and sea panorama of the Shitang Peninsula. Especially at sunrise, it literally engraves the words "coastal romance" into your camera lens!
🌊 Standing here, the mountains and sea become your backdrop
• Overlooking a hidden fishing village: The staggered stone houses grow along the bay, with blue-gray roofs intertwining with lush green mountains and deep blue sea, resembling scenes straight out of a Studio Ghibli animation. (The panoramic views of the fishing village in photos 2-3 are the best proof!)
• Endless sea views that blow your mind: Islands in the distance appear faintly through the mist, the sea surface gleams like silk, and on clear days, the horizon line between sea and sky is so sharp it’s breathtaking. (Photos 4-5 of the vast sea—who wouldn’t say “amazing” after seeing them!)
• Iconic sunrise moments: When the sun "pops" up from the horizon, golden light spills over the sea, mountains, and stone houses, as if the whole world is enchanted—the shimmering waves, silhouette-like mountains, warm golden light, and even the air carries the salty romance of the sea. (Photos 6-7 of the sunrise light and shadow are simply legendary!)
📸 Photo tips: Turn your social feed into a “mountain and sea magazine”
• Timing magic:
✔️ Sunrise lovers: Arrive half an hour early! Watch the sky shift from blue-gray to orange-pink, then to golden light illuminating everything—no dull moments.
✔️ Sunset fans: The soft evening light bathes the fishing village, perfect for warm-toned filters (though sunrise feels more like a “rush to the moment”~).
• Angle tricks:
✔️ Stand at the edge of the viewing platform, using the winding coastline and staggered stone houses as the foreground to create a deep “walking in a painting” effect.
✔️ Shoot sunrise from a low angle: Capture the sun just as it leaps over the sea, making the light and shadow layers in your shot explode!
✔️ Silhouette shots: Have a person stand by the railing with the mountains, sea, and sunrise in the frame for maximum atmosphere (wear light colors to stand out more!).
• Outfit buffs: Light blue, off-white, and other vacation styles, or contrasting colors like vintage red and mustard yellow, match the sea view 100%!
🌴 Nearby activities: Maximize the “fishing village romance”
1. Stroll through Shitang Ancient Town: Wander the stone-paved old streets, see century-old stone houses, and indulge in fresh seafood snacks (highly recommend shrimp in brine and Wenling rice cakes!), soaking up the lively fishing village vibe.
2. Stay in mountain and sea inns: There are many stylish guesthouses nearby where you can open your window to the sea and lie down to watch the sunrise, directly welding “romance” into your itinerary.
3. Bonus stops along the way:
◦ Jinsha Beach: Walk on the sand and splash in the waves, getting close to the sea;
◦ Millennium Dawn Park: The first place in mainland China to see the new millennium’s first dawn light, full of ceremonial significance!
🚗 Practical info: Romance at a moment’s notice
• Transportation: Self-driving is recommended (navigate to “Couple Rings Viewing Platform”), about 1.5 hours from Taizhou; public transport is more complicated, so taxis or private cars are better.
• Admission: Free!! (This wave of mountain and sea romance is all about sincerity~)
• Tips:
✔️ Some areas at the edge of the viewing platform have no guardrails, so don’t get too “lost in the moment” when taking photos—safety first!
✔️ Peak season (holidays, summer) is crowded, so try to come early to enjoy the sunrise alone and secure the best photo spots~
From the grandeur of sunrise to the gentleness of sunset, the Couple Rings Viewing Platform perfectly interprets Taizhou’s coastal romance. Next time you visit Taizhou, don’t just stick to Jiaojiang—come to Shitang and let the sea breeze and sunrise blow all your worries away into waves of clouds✨
(All photos are taken on-site; unauthorized use will be prosecuted! Follow this guide, and you can shoot your own “mountain and sea masterpiece”~)
Post by Michael Baker | Aug 14, 2025























