I thought Pingtan was already beautiful until I went to Xiapu…

Xiapu is really so beautiful and chill 🥰 There are alleys leading to the sea, coffee shops with panoramic sea views, the Huazhu sunrise recommended by National Geographic, and uninhabited islands that have mountains⛰️, meadows, cliffs, and the deep blue sea🌊 all at once. Compared to popular coastal cities like Pingtan and Xiamen, there are fewer people and the costs are lower. The best part is the photos📸 come out amazing❗ . 🗺️ Xiapu 3-day travel guide: Day 1️⃣: East Wall North Line Tour Xiaohao Tidal Flat - Sansha Light and Shadow Boardwalk North - Orange and Sea Coffee - East Wall Village Sunset - Banchengli Homestay 🏨 Accommodation: Near Taikang Road or East Wall Village Day 2️⃣: Huazhu Viewing Platform Sunrise - Sijiao Archipelago 🏨 Accommodation: All Seasons County Hotel Day 3️⃣: East Sea Line 1 Loop Lüxia Lighthouse - Xiawei Island Sea Erosion Cave - Dajing Beach - Haiweijiao - Gaoluo Beach . 📷 Photo spots: ✅ Sansha Light and Shadow Boardwalk: Navigate to the north entrance, one boardwalk leads to the sea, the other to the mountain. Great for watching sunsets🌇 ✅ Orange and Sea Coffee☕: Has a huge window facing the sea, perfect for enjoying the romantic Orange Sea at sunset ✅ East Wall Village - Mountain Wind and Moon Homestay: Check in at the most beautiful seaside road ✅ East Wall Village - Shijianhai Homestay: Between No. 88 Homestay and Shijianhai, there is a small alley leading to the sea, great for photos around 5 PM when the light is good ✅ Under the stairs of Shijianhai Homestay, there is a sunset viewing platform ✅ Huazhu Sunrise: A landmark for sunrise viewing in China, looks like an ink painting when there are clouds☁️ ✅ Sijiao Archipelago: Dongjiao Island has cliffs and green lawns perfect for photos, like a mix of Bali and New Zealand ✅ Lüxia Lighthouse: Facing Fuying Island, there is a lighthouse ✅ Xiawei Island: Has natural sea erosion caves, accessible only at low tide ✅ Dajing Beach: The cleanest beach in Xiapu🏖️ ✅ Haiweijiao: Check in at the castle viewing platform and the “Dubai Tower” reef pillars ✅ Gaoluo Beach: Great for sunrise🌅, also offers speedboat rides and beach motorcycle🏍️ rentals . 🍱 Food recommendations: Xinmei Weiyuan, Sansha Minnan Porridge, Fish Balls, Miancha Cake, and more . ❤️ Travel Tips: 1️⃣ Xiapu’s attractions are quite spread out, it’s recommended to rent a car🚘 after arrival for easier travel 2️⃣ Check the weather in advance; photos come out better on sunny days 3️⃣ Remember to wear sunscreen at the beach, or you might end up like me, three shades darker when you get back 😂 4️⃣ For those in a hurry or prone to seasickness, when visiting the Sijiao Archipelago, it’s better to choose a speedboat. You can bargain if there are many people. The one I booked even included drone aerial photography, snacks, afternoon tea, and souvenirs. The service was very nice❗ 5️⃣ Some spots are relatively off the beaten path with few food options nearby, so it’s recommended to bring some snacks and drinks yourself.