Dongshan Island is one of the more well-known marine tourist destinations in China. As a famous vacation island in China, it attracts more and more tourists with its beautiful beaches, romantic scenery, superior island resources and historical and cultural background. If you are preparing your travel plans, then this travel guide is for you.

Dongshan Island is 70 kilometers away from Xiamen downtown, a county-level city in Zhangzhou, Fujian Province. The island is unique in its natural landscape of mountains, beaches and lakes. Dongshan Island has a tropical monsoon climate, with no severe cold in winter and no scorching heat in summer, and the temperature is suitable for traveling throughout the year. As a part of Donghai Island Scenic Area, Dongshan Island is popular among tourists for its unique natural scenery. In this article, we will introduce travel tips for Dongshan Island and take you on a tour of this beautiful island.

One, choose the right time to travel The best time to visit Dongshan Island is between April and October, when the climate is warm and suitable for swimming, beach barbecue and other activities. If you like to watch the sunrise over the sea, then you can choose to come here to watch in the spring, when the island air is fresh, the scenery is pleasant, and the sea snails on the beach begin to appear.

II. Transportation Generally speaking, tourists going to Dongshan Island will choose to depart from Xiamen or Zhangzhou. From Xiamen, you can go to Zhangzhou before taking the ferry to Dongshan Island. From Zhangzhou, you can take a shuttle bus to Dongshan Island from Zhangzhou Railway Station or Bus Station. The shuttle buses have regular schedules and take about 1.5 hours. On the island, motorcycles or bicycles can be rented for free and easy traveling.

Three, accommodation Accommodation on Dongshan Island is relatively simple, most of them are B&Bs and inns, and the price is cheaper compared to Xiamen and other areas. If you want to stay next to the beach, you can choose the seaside fairy tale, Dongshan fishing village and other B&Bs; if you want to stay in the center of the town, you can choose the Elephant Hill Hotel, Dongshan Red Leaf Guesthouse and so on.

Four, play strategy Dongshan Island is a vibrant island, there are many really great play programs to choose from.

1. Dongshan Cultural Park: Dongshan Cultural Park is a place where you can learn about the history of the island and gain insight into the historical and cultural background of Dongshan Island.

2. Dongsan Scenic Spot Sightseeing: There are many scenic spots on Dongsan Island, such as the Jinfeng Observation Deck, the Noble God's Palm, the Oxhorn Rock, the Hanmo Rock, and so on.

3. Island Adventure: Dongshan Island has excellent elements for sea fishing, beach soccer, canoeing, frisbee and other sea sports. The attractions of Dongshan Island are scattered, you need to rent a car or walk to get there.

The attractions on the island are roughly divided into two categories: natural attractions and humanistic attractions. Among them, the natural attractions include Chihoi Island, Donggang Mountain, Shijingyan, Shilan Mountain, etc., while the humanistic attractions include the Overseas Chinese Wooden Houses and Dongshan Ancient City. With limited time on the island, you can choose to visit the attractions according to your preference.

V. Food The island's catering is mainly seafood, and the local unique "Dongshan fried razor clams" is not to be missed. In addition, the island also has some snacks, such as fish balls, shrimp dumplings. You can taste the authentic Fujian snacks in the small restaurants on the island.

Note 1: The island's resources are relatively limited, so you need to pay attention to environmental protection and not littering when traveling on the island. 2. 2. There are limited water sources on the island, so you need to pay attention to water storage and use of water, do not waste it. 3. 3. Pay attention to safety when traveling and do not engage in dangerous activities such as swimming on the island. 4. Pay attention to observe local customs and rules. The above are the travel tips for Dongshan Island, hope it will help you on your journey.