Recommended Coastal Photo Spots: Dongji Island
by andytreasure
Aug 27, 2025
1️⃣ Dongji Island: Located on the easternmost side of the Zhoushan Islands, it is the place where the first ray of dawn shines on the Chinese mainland. There are islands such as Dongfushan and Miaozi Lake, with towering lighthouses and scattered houses. It has a strong ancient fishing village style and is known as the "Lijiang on the Sea".
Keywords: The end of the East China Sea, the glowing sea, the primitive fishing village
Transportation
• Departing from Shanghai: Take a bus from Nanpu Bridge Bus Station to Shenjiawan Pier (122💰), then take a speedboat to Dongji Island (about 2 hours).
• From Hangzhou: Take a bus from Hangzhou Passenger Transport Center to Zhoushan, and then transfer to the boat to Dongji Island.
• Boat trip: The whole journey takes about 6 hours. It is recommended to book tickets one month in advance.
Must-see attractions
1. Dongfushan Lighthouse: The easternmost lighthouse in mainland China, the best spot for sunrise viewing, with sunrise at about 5:30.
2. Qingbang Island: Stone houses and fishing boats are intertwined. We recommend "Qingbang Fisherman's House" to experience sea fishing.
3. Miaozihu Island: The main island of Dongji Island, where you can take photos of star trails at night and the night view of the fishing port is beautiful.
Accommodation Recommendations
• Qingbang Village B&B area: Sea view rooms 200-500💰/night, "Haiqie Pavilion" is recommended (400💰/night, watch the sunrise on the terrace).
• Miaozihu Island "Sea Edge": Family-style B&B, including breakfast, 150 per person💰
Food list
• Dongji Octopus: Freshly caught and cooked, chewy and sweet (80💰 per person).
• Seafood noodles: 15💰/bowl, shrimp, clams, and yellow croaker.
• Drunken Crab: Marinated in Zhoushan rice wine, the crab meat is tender and sweet.
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