There are three must-see attractions in Chongming Island: Zhenhai Ancient Fishing Village, Chongming Wetland Park and hengsha island.

1. Zhenhai Ancient Fishing Village

Zhenhai Ancient Fishing Village is located in the southwest of Chongming County, adjacent to Shanghai. The air here is fresh and the natural environment is pleasant. It is an ancient fishing village with a history of more than 2,5 years, with a quaint atmosphere. There are quaint fisherman buildings, charming lakes extending from Danshui River, and the famous Yanzi Cave.

2. Chongming Wetland Park

Located in the east of Chongming County, Chongming Wetland Park is the largest wetland park in Shanghai with an area of 9 square kilometers. There are lakes, swamps and rivers in the park. Tree-lined, you can see many rare birds, fish, butterflies, frogs and some rare wild animals.

3. hengsha island

hengsha island is the largest island in Chongming County and the most valuable tourist attraction in Chongming County. It has beautiful seascapes, quaint fishing village customs and a long history of cultural heritage. There are many historical sites in hengsha island, such as Hengshan Ancient Temple, Tianhou Palace and Guanyin Pavilion in Hengshan. In addition, there are many beaches in hengsha island, with fresh sea breeze and delicate beaches, which are a good place for tourists to relax.

Chongming Island Cuisine

1. Steamed Crab Crab

Crab Crab Crab is produced in Hengsha Township of Chongming Island and is famous for its delicious meat and plump crab roe. Steamed crab retains the original flavor of crab meat, and its unique salty taste is intoxicating. Every year in the crab fat season, the steamed crab here attracts countless diners.

2. Chongming bacon

Chongming bacon is famous for its exquisite selection of materials and fine production. High-quality pork belly is selected, smoked and roasted with slow fire, and then cured with Chongming's local special seasoning, so that the bacon is delicious and juicy, with good color, smell and taste.

3. Chongming Fried Cake

Chongming Fried Cake is a snack with local characteristics. The crust of the cake is made of glutinous rice flour, flour and baking powder, and the stuffing contains many flavors such as red bean paste and sesame seeds. In the process of frying, the crust of the cake is crisp and the stuffing is sweet and delicious, which is a must-eat food for tourists to Chongming Island.

above content reference: Baidu Encyclopedia-Chongming Island