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Nan'ao Island travel guide
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The most classic two-day and one-night tour on Nan'ao Island is recommended:
Take a half-day trip around the East Peninsula and visit Songjing and Aoqian Village, Jinjiaoyi Lighthouse and Windmill, Qing'ao Bay, Treasure Island, and General Military Mansion. For dinner, we had a seafood dinner at Qing'ao Bay. There were many food stalls. After asking about the prices, I recommended Chuanhai Yilong. When staying in Qing'ao Bay, it is recommended to live in the Gold Coast with a first-line sea view and Lingtao Apartment (Lingtao Inn). For a late-night snack, you can go to the beach for a barbecue. Ahai BBQ next to the Gold Coast recommends grilled oysters. The next day you can go fishing in Qing'ao Bay. I recommend Dongyu Fisherman's. The boss of the boat is an experienced fisherman and the people are also friendly. For lunch, you can choose to have beef hot pot at a farmhouse on the island or at Dejima.
Nan'ao is the only island county in Guangdong and the only island-wide national 4A-level tourist attraction among the 14 island counties (districts) in the country (including Taiwan). The total area is about 114.74 square kilometers, consisting of Nan'ao Island and 35 surrounding islands, including 111.73 square kilometers of the main island and 4,600 square kilometers of sea area. Located at the junction of Fujian, Guangdong and Taiwan, it is only 7 nautical miles away from the main international route in the Western Pacific. It is known as the "Throat of Fujian and Guangdong in the East Guangdong Barrier". It has always been the only stopover and transit station for trade on the southeast coast, and is also the gateway to the southeast coast. The main channel for maritime trade between Taiwan and China and an important node of the "Maritime Silk Road". The county has three towns, Houzhai, Yunan, and Shenan, and two management committees of Qing'ao Tourist Resort and Island National Forest Park. It has a total of 41 administrative villages and 5 communities. At the end of 2019, the total registered population was 76,200, with permanent residents Population 62,600. The main industries include tourism, fishery and agriculture, etc. The ecology is well maintained. Nan'ao is a "National Ecological Demonstration Zone", one of the first 12 national-level marine ecological civilization construction demonstration zones in the country, and the only comprehensive marine development pilot county in Guangdong Province. It has the "National Advanced Collective of Afforestation and Greening" and "National Greening Model" County" and "Forestry Ecological County" of Guangdong Province.
Nan'ao Island's forest coverage rate and forest greening rate both reached 72%, and it has an ecological public welfare forest area of 94,900 acres above the provincial level. It is an oasis on the Tropic of Cancer. The environmental quality of the island is generally good. The air quality reaches the national second-class standard, the drinking water source water quality reaches the national second-class standard, and the offshore water quality reaches the national standard. The island is rich in resources. It owns the Island National Forest Park, Qing'ao Bay National Marine Park, Guangdong Nanpeng Islands National Nature Reserve, the "International Migratory Bird Paradise"-Guangdong Nan'ao Migratory Bird Provincial Nature Reserve, and "China's Most Beautiful Coastline" and "Guangdong Province" It has the titles of "Strong Tourism County", "Guangdong Province Coastal Tourism Demonstration Scenic Area", "Guangdong Province Coastal Tourism Industrial Park", "Guangdong Province All-Area Tourism Demonstration Area", "Guangdong's Top Ten Beautiful Islands", etc., and has been selected into the "Top Ten Comprehensive Tourism Competitiveness of Guangdong Province" for six consecutive years. Strengthen the county (city)”. The water quality in the offshore waters is good, and there are 1,361 species of aquatic biological resources such as fish, shrimps, crabs, shells, algae, and plankton. The tourism resources have the characteristics of a three-dimensional intersection of sea, history, mountains and temples, and have the natural conditions of "sunshine, beach and sea water" for modern tourism development. The coastline of the main island is 94.3 kilometers long, with 66 bays, 7 of which can be developed into good ports. Among them, Yandun Bay and Changshanwei have the conditions to build 10,000-ton deep-water dock areas. Nan'ao is located at the bell mouth of the Taiwan Strait and is one of the places with the best wind conditions in the world. Humanities have a long history. Eight thousand years ago, South Australia left traces of human civilization. There are the Neolithic Xiangshan Culture and Dongkengzi Cultural Sites, as well as the history of celebrities such as Zheng Chenggong, Qi Jiguang, Shi Lang, Liu Yongfu, etc. who resisted Japanese invaders and protected territory and borders. After 176 generals, generals, and generals in the Ming and Qing dynasties, Deputy Commander-in-Chief. There are more than 60 cultural relics and historic sites on the island. Over the course of history, various types of cultural forms have been mainly formed, such as Maritime Silk Road culture, coastal defense military culture, religious culture, folk festival culture, and marine culture.
Nan'ao mainly focuses on seafood stalls. Food stalls can be seen everywhere on the road around the island in the county, Yunan, and Qing'ao Bay. The seafood pools are oxygenated to raise the seafood to ensure freshness. In addition, there are farmhouses, barbecues, and sea restaurants to choose from.
1) Special dishes
Nan'ao Island is the only island county in Guangdong Province. The island area ranks 11th in the country. The sea area is also very vast. In addition to the inner bay, there is also the outer sea, including Lemen Islands and Nanpeng Islands. The seafood is very rich. There are also cultivated seaweed, asparagus, oysters, scallops, abalone, etc. The products are very rich.
Recommended special dishes are as follows: seaweed fried rice, sea urchin (sashimi, steamed egg, fried rice), special shellfish such as stone frogs, uni, barnacles, asparagus fish ball soup, freshly grilled squid (summer). You can also order the more popular steamed scallops with vermicelli, steamed oysters, salt and pepper or steamed shrimps. Fish, shrimps, crabs, snails, etc. are also the main seafood, so everyone can choose from it.
In addition, the farmhouse on the island also specializes in earth-cooked chicken, as well as the stir-fried ice that South Australians love most on summer nights. You can try both of them.
2) Seafood stalls
Recommended dishes for seafood stalls: seaweed fried rice, asparagus and fish ball soup, steamed oysters/unni/mussels, freshly seared baby squid/squid (dipped in mustard soy sauce), fried or steamed crabs, steamed shrimps/salt and pepper or boiled Pippi shrimp, if there are many people, you can consider steaming a piece of fish and frying vegetables, oh.
Many tourists want to eat, but they often hear that the seafood stalls on the island are serious rip-offs. Here are three tips for you: 1. Reveal to the boss that you understand Dianping and Meituan. Now the bosses pay more attention to word of mouth; 2. Let local acquaintances Recommendations, such as hotel housekeepers, B&B owners, etc.; 3. Ask about the price.
Recommended Qing'ao seafood food stalls: Chuanhai Yilong, Alai Xiaochao, Sister Xu's dishes, etc.
3) Farmhouse
In addition to seafood, the island also has many farmhouses hidden in the mountains. Tourism in Nan'ao Island can be summed up in four words: "Mountains, Seas and History Temples", which shows that mountains are also indispensable in Nan'ao. Nowadays, with the development of tourism, some mountain villagers have taken advantage of the unique geographical advantages to open farmhouses. The environment is quiet and the ingredients are simple and green. If you are not used to eating too much seafood in South Australia, you can change your taste and have a farmhouse. Among them, the one most recognized by tourists and locals is the local kiln chicken. The cooking method is similar to that of beggar's chicken. The meat is fresh and tender and has a rich flavor.
Recommended: Green Island Yiran Farm, Jinshawan Farmhouse in Qingao Bay, and Zhiqing Farmhouse in Huanghuashan Forest Park.
4) BBQ
Barbecuing on the island beach has always been a late-night snack custom. There are a lot of barbecues on Nan'ao Island, but only a handful of really good ones. Seafood is indispensable, such as grilled oysters, scallops, grilled squid, grilled shrimps, and even crabs. For high-end ones, grilled abalone and lobster can be paired with various meat skewers and vegetables, as well as cold beer. Just a delicious summer night meal.
A Hai Late Night Barbeque next to the golden coast of Qing'ao Bay. The oysters are great, big and plump. Highly recommended.
Recommended merchants: Ahai Late Night BBQ, Bashu BBQ; County Aliu BBQ.
5) Sea restaurant
The restaurants on the sea are not as cost-effective as the seafood stalls on the main island in terms of dishes, but the key is the good environment. They can only be reached by boat and across a small sea area. Restaurants are basically offshore platforms built by fishermen or renovated large fishing boats. They are mainly concentrated in Shen'ao Bay, which has a natural haven.
Recommended: Sea Oasis, Lieyu No. 1
Nan'ao Island is considered a tourist hotspot in the Chaoshan area. It has been connected to the Nan'ao Bridge since New Year's Day in 2015. In just a few years, accommodation on the island is also available. It is more comfortable to return to Shantou after visiting. Our Yuhouse Apartment in Qunguang Square is the best choice. . The surrounding night markets offer more food and entertainment.
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There are many places to visit in South Australia, and each has its own characteristics. There are classic routes around the island to see several classic scenic spots, and there are also many attractive niche attractions, including many huge wind turbines on the island, and many unique features along the coast. There are also many unique villages and temples hidden in the mountains and forests but with strong incense.
classic / classical / ring / island / travel
When going to Nan'ao for an outing I usually visit Qing'ao Bay, Treasure Island, General Military Mansion, Xiongzhen Pass, and Songjing. Generally, it takes three or four hours, and the price for a seven-seater car is almost 200.
Qing'ao Bay is the core scenic spot in South Australia, with clear water and fine sand. It is surrounded by the Tropic of Cancer Sign Tower Square, Lu Xiufu's Tomb, etc.; Treasure Island is the place where the legendary pirate Wu Ping left gold and silver when he escaped, and the surrounding aquaculture waters are very beautiful; The General Military Mansion is located in Shen'ao Town, which is a historical exhibition hall of island and coastal defense during the Ming and Qing Dynasties; Xiongzhen Pass was a key pass for Qi Jiguang in the Ming Dynasty to defeat the pirate Wu Ping; Songjing is located in Yun'ao Town and is the escape site of the last emperor of the Southern Song Dynasty.
General Military Mansion
wind / car
On the southern route of Nan'ao Island, you can see many windmills by driving along the way. There is also a wind farm scene area on the middle line. There are so many windmills, which one do you choose? I recommend several windmills with excellent views. The view is very broad. You can basically overlook the sea, and you can also walk to the foot of the windmill and feel the strong contrast between the smallness of an individual and the hugeness of the windmill! You can drive directly past many wind turbines, but the windmills are huge, so don’t linger under them.
Mainly include Qingsong Mountain in Tsing Ao Bay, the wind energy power generation area, Chu Tsai Peng, Yuen Shan Village, etc.
Grub Peng Windmill
lamp / tower
A lighthouse is a structure located on a coast, port, or river, used to guide ships. Most lighthouses are similar to the shape of a tower, and shine light through the top of the tower to the sea for illumination. A lighthouse is a guiding light for sailors and a harbor for sailors. Seeing a lighthouse means land and hope.
The main ones include Qihang Square Lighthouse at Changshanwei Ferry, Qian'ao Bay Lighthouse, Jinjiaoyi Lighthouse, Shangtianan Lighthouse, etc.
Qihang Square Lighthouse
Sanchiangya Lighthouse
special / color / village / village
Aoqian Village: The richest fishing village in Yun'ao Town. There are also clean roads here, as well as fitness equipment for villagers, and fishermen drying their catch. In addition to the large fishing boats moored in the port, there are also small boats walking on the offshore sea. There is a Mazu Temple here, like many small seaside towns. , I hope to bless you with good weather and safety for those who go to sea. I like this street along the coast. Small Western-style buildings and classic Chaoshan houses are scattered here and there. Modern and traditional fishermen’s lives are mixed together. There are no tourists, so it’s peaceful. There is a house facing the sea and the flowers are blooming in spring.
Jiuxi'ao Village: is a small fishing village. In front of the village is Jiuxi'ao Bay. Across the road is the protective forest and abalone breeding farm. Inward are several rows of small Western-style houses, close to the mountain, and there are several ancient buildings at the foot of the mountain. There are houses, several acres of farmland, and a small river that flows from the top of the mountain to Jiuxi'ao Bay. Compared with the high-rise small western-style buildings rising everywhere in Qing'ao Bay, Jiuxi'ao Village is more like a clear stream, giving people more longing for the village.
Sea Fishing Village: It is not an administrative natural village, but a breeding farm. There are dozens of fish steaks, each with a simple house on top, and most of them are equipped with a little black or little yellow. It is adjacent to Lieyu Island, the nearby sea is relatively calm, and the villagers are breeding on a large scale, so it is also called a maritime fishing village.
Houlan Village: A mountain village close to Qing'ao Bay. There is a sun viewing platform on the top of the mountain. It is located at a high position. The view of the sunrise is better than that at Qing'ao Bay Beach, Dongjiao Mountain, Sea Viewing Corridor and other places. It's even wider, and you can really see the entire Qing'ao Bay and even Zhuqidu Bay from there.
Back Garden Village: This is probably the village farthest from the town center on the entire island. The most impressive thing is undoubtedly the vast sea and sky on the mountain behind the village. The villagers built a large platform on the back hill, overlooking the entire Shen'ao Town and Shen'ao Bay, with a panoramic view of Lieyu and Tayu.
Yuanshan Village: is located deep in the mountains, so be careful when driving as the mountain roads are winding and rugged. Most of the villages are ancient houses built nearly 30 years ago, and they are scattered on the mountainside. Almost every household has a small courtyard, which is spacious, clean and uncluttered, and filled with various flowers and plants. The houses here are arranged in terraces, with a strong three-dimensional effect. Walking through them, stepping on the stone steps and stepping on the colorful dead leaves, the quiet environment suddenly bursts out with crisp sounds, making people feel like they are traveling through time and space.
ancient / temple
Nan'ao's temples are a major feature. In addition to the Mazu temples found in every village along the coast, there are many temples hidden in the mountains of Nan'ao. They are very quiet and have a broad view. I have to admire the founders of these temples, who all chose them. The cave on earth is a paradise. Pingshanyan Temple, Dieshiyan Temple, and Shitan Temple can be said to be the representatives of Nan'ao Island temples.
stacked rocks
In addition, there is Dongjiao Mountain in Qing'ao Bay, which is a great sunrise viewing spot on the sea in summer; and there is also Huanghuashan Forest Park on the island, which is the highest peak in Shantou. It is also refreshing to climb to the top and overlook the Nan'ao Bridge.
dongjiaoshan
As an island, there are many marine activities to enjoy. The most distinctive ones are snorkeling in Dingpeng and fishing with fishermen.
1) Snorkeling
Among the Nan Peng Islands, which are about 15 nautical miles away from Nan'ao Island, Ding Peng Island and Can Peng Island were originally sea urchin breeding grounds. In recent years, due to the clear water and rich marine life, tourists have gradually come to go snorkeling.
These small islands far away from overseas have a sense of paradise. There are crumbling stone houses on the islands, rocky coasts, and 360° panoramic sea views, nothing better than the blue sea and blue sky. There is a lighthouse on the high point in the middle of the island, surrounded by green grass, which is very suitable for taking pictures. There are fishermen on the island cooking seafood porridge for lunch. There are several sea areas nearby suitable for snorkeling. The reefs are densely covered and the marine life is very rich.
Snorkeling on Dingpeng Island starts from Qing'ao Bay, and snorkeling on Qinpeng Island starts from Yun'ao. These two islands can be said to be the twin pearls of Nan'ao Island.
Dingpeng Island
Can Peng Island
In addition, there is a secret beach snorkeling near Qing'ao Bay, which is the most comprehensive experience in South Australia. Here you can take a speedboat, go fishing, snorkeling, swimming, beach barbecue, Kung Fu cafe, seafood porridge for lunch, etc. The boss of the boat will also take everyone to fish for sea urchins and conchs when he has time, which is very fun.
2) Go fishing at sea
There are many ways to go fishing at sea, including trawling with large fishing boats, yacht sightseeing and casting net fishing, night fishing for squid, fishing for crab pots, etc., but I love the small bamboo rafts with diesel engines, which I feel are the closest. The original ecology, especially in the early morning when everything is quiet, the only sound on the sea is the churning sound of the diesel engine, it feels great! It would be better if you can use a bamboo raft with a paddle.
Recommended: Fisherman’s House in the East of Qing’ao Bay
The three treasures of South Australia, seaweed, house squid and golden potatoes, are all real South Australia specialties. In addition, South Australia is rich in seafood. After the fishing moratorium is the high-yield period, you can buy some to try. Now SF Express cold chain express is very convenient. In addition, the island also produces unique products such as Song tea and isinglass.
Specialty recommendation: Specialty shops are mainly concentrated in Qing'ao Bay and Huandao Road in Houzhai Town. You can buy ordinary dried fish, shrimp, dried scallops, etc. Most of them are OK, and three stores are enough. If you want to buy something with a relatively high unit price, it is recommended to buy it from a trustworthy friend in South Australia or a merchant with a good reputation.
Transportation to the island:
Basically, you will arrive in Shantou first, and then go to the island. For airplanes, high-speed rail, trains, cars, and self-driving, please refer to the transportation in Shantou. There are relatively few ferries in Nan'ao now. There is one boat entering the island at 9:00 and 15:00, and one boat leaving the island at 10 and 16:00. Motorcycles and bicycles must go through the ferry to get to the island, and two wheels cannot go on the bridge. There are bus lines 105 and 161 from Shantou city to Nan'ao Island, which basically cover the main areas of Shantou. In addition, you can also consider chartering a car to enter the island. Chartering a seven-seater car from the high-speed rail station/airport to Nan'ao Island is 450 yuan, and carpooling is 120 yuan/person; chartering a car from the city to Nan'ao Island is 350 yuan, and carpooling is 60 yuan/person. The price is for reference only. .
Transportation on the island:
Road 601, from Nan'ao County via Yunanao Town (Songjing), to Qing'ao Bay; Route 602, from Nanao County via Shenanao Town (General Military Mansion), Treasure Island , and then to Qing’ao Bay. 601 and 602 together encircle the Eastern Peninsula. Basically, it runs every 15 minutes, and the journey takes about 40 minutes and costs 7 yuan/person.
Nan'ao Bridge