Nan'ao Island Travel Guide

The first stop on Nan'ao Island is the Nan'ao Bridge. The bridge stretches across the sea, extending towards the distant Nan'ao Island. Standing by the railing and gazing into the distance, the sparkling sea water glistens under the sunlight, resembling a vast expanse of flowing diamonds. The sea breeze, carrying the unique salty and humid scent of the ocean, blows away the fatigue of the early morning journey. In the distance, the sea and sky merge into one, blurring the boundary between reality and fantasy. The clouds float in the sky like cotton. Below the bridge, the waves surge and crash against the bridge piers, creating layers of white spray. The bustling vehicles and pedestrians on the bridge form a harmonious picture of movement and stillness, adding color to the monotonous journey. - Transportation: • Self-driving: Enter the island via Nan'ao Bridge, bridge toll is CNY 96 (round trip), free on holidays. • Bus: Bus 161/105 goes directly to Nan'ao Island, and buses 601/602 on the island can reach most attractions. • Ferry: Navigate to Laichang Ferry Terminal and take a ferry to Changshanwei Wharf. - Attractions: • Lighthouse: Changshanwei Lighthouse is red and is the first popular lighthouse you see after entering the island; Qian'ao Bay Lighthouse is white and has a fresh style; Sanchongya Lighthouse is a red and white "ice cream" twin lighthouse. • Beach: Qing'ao Bay has a gentle slope, fine sand, and clear water, making it the most central scenic spot in Nan'ao; Zhuqi Bay Beach is a great place to catch crabs and collect shells. • Culture: Zongbing Mansion is located in Shen'ao Town and is a historical exhibition hall of island coastal defense during the Ming and Qing Dynasties; Gold and Silver Island is related to the legend of pirate Wu Ping. • Nature: Tianzai Geological Park has unique reef landscapes; Huanghuashan Dajianshan Forest Park is the highest peak in Shantou, with lush mountains surrounded by the sea on three sides. - Food: • Seafood feast: Yuxiang Restaurant, Sister Xu's Dishes, Alai Stir-fry, etc., where you can taste seaweed fried rice, fish ball soup, and boiled squid. • Local snacks: Aunt Feng's almond tea, old brand sugar onion thin pancakes, Chengbo's anti-sand shop. • Desserts and sweet soups: Jiexin Milk Dessert Family, Ranji Sweet Soup Shop. - Accommodation: • Qing'ao Bay: The beach is right outside the door, and you can watch the sunrise over the sea. • Houzhai Town: There are more places to eat and play nearby. - Route: • Nan'ao Bridge → Changshanwei Lighthouse → Tianzai Geological Park → Qian'ao Lighthouse → Sanchongya Lighthouse → Windmill Mountain → Qing'ao Bay Beach → Rainbow Sea → Forest Park · Tropic of Cancer Landmark