Nan'ao Lighthouse, Pirate Stories, and the Border Between Fujian and Guangdong

🏝Why is Nan'ao Island a favorite among tourists? ▶️It is the only island in Guangdong Province, located between Fujian and Guangdong. Its unique geographical location has earned it the reputation of being the "barrier of Zhangzhou and Chaozhou, the throat of Fujian and Guangdong." ▶️Locals often refer to the "Four Aos," which are Yun'ao, Shen'ao, Qing'ao, and Long'ao. Here, you can find the fresh romance of the popular lighthouse and the historical battles of pirates from the Ming and Qing dynasties. The island is a place where history and tides dance together! 💁Must-visit: The ultimate romance of lighthouses and the island's ring road ▶️Lighthouse tour: Three unique lighthouses stand on the edge of cliffs. Whether it's the silhouette at dusk or the brilliance at sunrise, they are worth visiting! 💁National Forest Park: Besides the popular "Tropic of Cancer" sign, this forest park is perfect for a sunset stroll in the mountains. 💁Island road trip: With green mountains on the left and the blue sea on the right, wind turbines spin in the clouds, and every step feels like a scene from "Spirited Away." 📖Historical background: Pirates, generals, and the Maritime Silk Road. You might think it's just a fresh and clean place, but Nan'ao Island has a rich history. During the Ming and Qing dynasties, it was a key coastal defense town and a pirate base (Treasure Island is rumored to have pirate treasures). 📖176 generals stationed here during the Ming and Qing dynasties, defending against Japanese pirates and leaving behind over 60 cultural relics. Additionally, the "Song Well" was left by the Southern Song Dynasty when they fled here. 📖Zheng Chenggong's training ground: Legend has it that this national hero once trained his navy here, and the sound of war drums can still be heard in the sea breeze. ‼️Hidden activity: Watch one of China's earliest sunrises at the Tropic of Cancer Square in Qing'ao Bay, where light and history overlap. 📖The solitude and fireworks of the throat of Fujian and Guangdong The island's geographical location: Islanders still "live by the sea," with the hustle and bustle of fishing ports and the tranquility of homestay villages intertwined, and the dialects mixed with Chaoshan and Minnan accents. 🍜Mixed flavors: Must-try "Nan'ao seaweed fried rice," freshly shucked oysters, and the lively atmosphere of seafood stalls. We highly recommend Awu Restaurant, which we visited twice for its great value! ⚠️[Travel Tips] Transportation: Driving is the most convenient option, but there are many shared electric scooters on the island if you take a bus. During holidays, we strongly recommend electric scooters, as four-wheeled vehicles are prone to traffic jams. 🏨Accommodation: There are many homestays and hotels, so we won't introduce them all. Qing'ao Bay and Yun'ao Town are both good choices. [Reference Articles] "Nan'ao: The Isolated Transit Station" "Island Anthropology Tour | Nan'ao Island, Half Fire, Half Sea" "Nan'ao Island, Shantou, Guangdong: A Dream of Song and Ming History" "Nan'ao Island from the Pirate Era to the General Era"