A seriously underrated seaside town

[RoundNails] Xiapu is located in Ningde City, Fujian Province. It is a famous "tidal flat photography paradise" in China, famous for its unique coastline, tidal flats with interlaced light and shadow, and fishing village style.
The following is a detailed guide to Xiapu:

1. Best time to travel
- Spring and Autumn (March-June, September-November): 📷
The best seasons for photography are especially April to June (kelp harvest season) and October to November 🥬 (nori season), when the light and shadows on the mudflats are absolutely beautiful.
- Avoid typhoon season: [Rainy] There are many rainy and typhoon seasons in July and August, which may affect travel.

2. Must-visit attractions
1. Tidal flat photography spot
- Beiqi Tidal Flats: 📸The most classic photography spot in Xiapu, 🌅At sunrise, the light and shadow overlap with the fishermen's working scene.
- Xiaohao Beach: 🌈Colorful mudflats with picturesque textures when the tide recedes, 🌄suitable for sunset photography.
- Dongbi Village: A small fishing village nestled in the mountains and by the sea. [Canoe] Fishing boats shuttle back and forth at sunset, perfect for taking backlit silhouette photos.
- Huazhu Village: CCTV once broadcast the sunrise live here, overlooking the Fuyao Islands, 🌫 the sea of clouds and the morning light interweave.

2. Natural scenery
- Yangjia Creek: "Little Wuyi in Eastern Fujian", 🌳Ancient banyan trees (the internet-famous "Red Maple Ancient Trail"), 🎋Bamboo rafting, suitable for shooting in the early morning mist.
- Yushan Island (need to take a boat): 🛥One of the ten most beautiful islands in China, with Tianhu grassland and Tianchi Lake on the sea.

3. Humanity and fishing village
- Banyueli She Village: a well-preserved ancient She village with traditional dwellings and folk culture.
- Shajiang S Bay: 🎊Bamboo poles inserted on the mudflats form an "S"-shaped waterway, and the aerial perspective is stunning (a telephoto lens is required).

3. Transportation
- High Speed Rail: [HighSpeedRail] goes directly to Xiapu Station, about 1.5-3 hours from Fuzhou/Xiamen.
- Self-driving: [Car] It takes about 2.5 hours from Fuzhou, which is suitable for flexible visits to the scattered scenic spots on the tidal flats.
- Local transportation: 🚐It is recommended to charter a car between scenic spots (about 300-500 yuan/day). Some fishing villages require walking or tricycles.

4. Accommodation Recommendations
- County hotels: 🏫High cost-effectiveness and convenient dining (such as chain hotels in Xiapu County).
- Seaside B&Bs: 🏠B&Bs near Dongbi Village and Beiqi (such as "Shijianhai"), where you can see the sea from the window, are suitable for photography enthusiasts.

5. Food Recommendations
- Seafood: razor clams, kelp seedlings, abalone, yellow croaker ("Xia Pu Seafood Stall" is recommended).
- Snacks: Minnan soup, 🍠 sweet potato cup, 🥟 rice dumplings, fish noodles.

6. Itinerary suggestions (2-3 days)
- Day 1: 🌅Sunrise in Beiqi → Xiaohao Tidal Flat → 🌄Sunset in Dongbi Village → Stay overnight in Dongbi.
- Day 2: Sunrise at Huazhu → 🌳 Ancient Banyan Tree at Yangjia Creek → Banyueli She Village → Shajiang S Bay.
- Day 3: One-day tour to Yushan Island (or leisure at Gaoluo Beach).

VII. Precautions
1. Photography equipment: 🔭 Bring a tripod, telephoto lens, 🛩 drone (some attractions require advance notification).
2. Tide time: You need to check the tide table when photographing mudflats. The texture is more obvious at low tide.
3. Clothing: 🌪The seaside is windy, so bring a windproof jacket 🧥 and non-slip shoes 🥾 (the beach is slippery).
4. Respect the locals: Before photographing fishermen, it is recommended to communicate politely and avoid interfering with their work.

🌱The beauty of Xiapu lies in its original ecology and the changing light and shadow. It is suitable for slowing down and feeling the poetry between mountains and sea. If you have more time, you can explore the surrounding niche fishing villages such as Nanwan Oracle Tidal Flats or Xiaqingshan Bridge!