"Dongji Island - Where the Sun First Awakens"
by Reed_20-Landon
Apr 2, 2025
Dream of escaping the city on Dongji Island✨ China's easternmost stunning island where the first sunrise rays touch the land🌅 This 3-day, 2-night healing itinerary will give you the same romantic island vibes as Korean dramas~
🚢 Itinerary
Day1:
📍Miaozihu Island: The busiest spot on the main island, with a photogenic red-and-white lighthouse📸 Rent an electric scooter for island touring (¥50/hour)
📍"The Continent" filming location: Must-visit the movie's iconic dilapidated classroom and take artistic road photos
📍Dongji Fishermen's Painting Exhibition: Learn about local fishing culture through vibrant folk art
Day2:
📍Dongfushan Island: 30-minute boat ride, ~4-hour hiking loop⛰ Pass Elephant Trunk Peak and Baiyun Temple
📍First Sunrise Observation Point: Wake up at 4am - totally worth it for that magical sunrise moment!
📍Dashuwan Stone Village: Abandoned stone houses against blue waters create an end-of-the-world beauty
Day3:
📍Qingbang Island: Nicknamed "Sea Potala Palace" for its terraced stone houses🏘
📍Kid's Cave: Natural sea-eroded cave accessible at low tide
📍Lisbon Maru Shipwreck: WWII wreck site perfect for snorkeling🤿
🍽 Food Recs
✔Seafood noodles: Huge ¥25 bowls packed with shrimp & shellfish
✔Tigerhead fish tofu soup: Local specialty with mind-blowing freshness
✔Seaweed fried rice cakes: Sweet-salty flavor explosion
✔Street grilled fish skewers: Freshly cooked, ¥10 for 3 skewers
⚠️ Pro Tips
1.Book ferry tickets 3 days early via "Zhoushan Xinghai Ferry" - sells out instantly in peak season
2.Cash only on islands! Bring small bills
3.Sunscreen + bug spray + seasickness meds = essential trio
4.Stay at Dongfushan Island B&Bs for wake-up-to-ocean views
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