The most recommended way to travel during the National Day is to travel by car. First of all, you will meet relatively fewer people during the self-driving tour. Secondly, the journey will be more free. Except for the possibility of encountering traffic jams, there is not much else. The question is, where do you plan to drive yourself during the National Day this year? Fujian Coastal Line
12 to 15 days, 1,200 kilometers
On the Fujian coast, the most shocking thing is people’s devotion to nature and gods, countless religions and gods It is only in this harmonious part of the land that the traditional Central Plains culture finds its soil, and the natural scenery is so beautiful that it is fresh and refined. If you prefer "old taste", you can go to Zhangzhou and Quanzhou to find the authentic southern Fujian flavor, while Xiamen is the best combination of ancient and fashionable.
If you prefer the boundlessness of the sea, go to Dongshan Island, Liu'ao, Pingtan, Sanduao and Xiapu, which will probably satisfy all your imagination of the sea. If you are a glutton for food, the snacks and seafood along the coast will make you worry about insufficient stomach capacity. Finally, you can go to Meizhou Island, the birthplace of Mazu, and make a pious wish.
A G15 Shenhai Expressway connects almost all the cities along the coast of Fujian, but it is somewhat monotonous. The coastal line south of Fuzhou can use more non-high-speed roads; while to the north of Fuzhou, the mountainous areas begin to increase, and high-speed has become a safe and convenient choice.
Route Highlights
Dongshan Island
The 2014 movie "Left Ear" was filmed here, which made Dongshan Island completely popular, "Forget it Bar "Tianyi Middle School" and "Ding Street", scenes from these movies can easily be found here. The tourist island is basically based in Tongling Town in the northeast corner. The protagonist of the Dongshan Fengdong Stone Scenic Spot is a 200-ton boulder. It is said that it can be moved by the wind and can be shaken by human power. However, the Japanese warships in the past were unable to break the iron rope. Even though we moved, the 7.5-magnitude earthquake was still unharmed.
The ancient city of Tongshan in the northernmost part of the scenic spot is rarely visited because only a section of the city wall remains. The Guandi Temple in the scenic area has a history of more than 600 years. It was a small temple in the Ming Dynasty that was expanded and rebuilt several times. From the ferry terminal at Ximen Square in the scenic area, you can take a boat to Dongmen Island. On the highest point of the island is a seven-story stone pagoda, Wenfeng Tower, built in the Ming Dynasty. From here you can overlook the bay on the other side.
Nanmen Bay in Tongling Town is the main filming location for the beach scene in "The Left Ear". Maluan Bay, the star beach, is adjacent to its south. It has many recreational activities and is overcrowded in summer, and prices are much more expensive than Tongling. Jinluan Bay, 7 kilometers away, has relatively few passengers and clearer water quality. If you want to find a secluded place, a trip to the fishing village of Wujiao Bay will allow you to see another side of the bay. From north to south, the area of ????the beach increases gradually, but the number of tourists decreases gradually.
Liuao
Liuao is located south of Zhangzhou. On this peninsula, which is only 5 kilometers wide and 14 kilometers long, the ancient city, beaches, waves, and windmills complement each other. The most famous Liu'ao Abstract Gallery (east side of Liu'ao Town Farm; free) is located on the beach facing the sea in Xincuo Village, Liu'ao Peninsula. The sand-colored rocks have been carved by the sea breeze for many years, showing exquisite textures. Along the coast is a row of tall windmills.
No filter is needed, just take a photo and it will be a blockbuster. Many couples come here specifically to take wedding photos. This is also the best place to watch the sunrise on Liu'ao Peninsula. Drive further south to Emerald Bay (east side of the central part of Liu'ao Peninsula; free). The huge curved beach has fine white sand and is extremely flat and firm. Even if you ride a bicycle on it, you won't sink into the sand.
Zhangzhou
As the source of Taiwanese snacks, you must take the time to understand this "home of fish, rice, flowers and fruits". Zhangzhou's "ancient flavor" is still low-key but stubbornly hidden in the shabby shops deep in the alleys, adhering to the creed of "food brings vitality, burning incense brings protection". When looking for delicious food in the city, the Ming and Qing Ancient Street District is the best choice. Zhongfa Road will keep you eating. Among the centuries-old houses in the ancient district, there are also some equally experienced "time-honored brands" hidden in it. Zhangzhou Confucian Temple is the oldest building in the ancient streets of Ming and Qing Dynasties. It was built in the Song Dynasty and is also the largest existing ancient building complex in the urban area.
When people in Zhangzhou talk about the Bagua Pavilion, it is as well-known as the Leifeng Pagoda in Hangzhou. Continuing to visit the ancient streets, you can buy some handicrafts on Hong Kong Road, which was once the central axis of Zhangzhou city, and visit the two most representative stone archways of the Ming Dynasty, the Third Zaierfang and Shangshu Tanhuafang.
On the other side, Taiwan Road, which was used as the scene of Taiwan's cityscape in the movie "The Ballad of Clouds and Waters", is also worth walking. It is dotted with time-honored pharmacies and the National Quintessence Museum.
Gulangyu
The status of "Concession of All Nations" makes Gulangyu a veritable "Museum of Architecture of All Nations". Because of its early development, there are a large number of cafes, handicraft shops, and wandering artists. Performances and a leisurely attitude towards life have long made Gulangyu Island synonymous with literature and art.
The explosion of popularity is accompanied by the influx of a large number of businesses. Tour guides are vying to attract customers, making it difficult to move during peak periods. Fortunately, Qindao still has scenic spots and quiet moments that few tourists visit.
Travelers can buy a combined ticket for Gulangyu’s core attractions for 100 yuan, including Sunlight Rock, the commanding height of the island, Shuzhuang Garden, a maritime classic with Chinese-style garden architecture, Haoyue Garden with the statue of Zheng Chenggong, and the red-roofed Bagua Tower Organ The combined ticket for the museum and the International Engraving Museum can only be used on the same day. In addition to the attractions included in the coupon, there is also the Haitian Tower worth visiting. Villa No. 38, the main building in the center of the Haitian Tower, has been developed into the "International Architecture Exhibition Hall", displaying Gulangyu's living utensils and old photos from a hundred years ago.
Xiamen Island
There are few cities in China as exquisite as Xiamen, and the Huandao Road fully demonstrates Xiamen’s advantages as an island leisure city, with comfortable walking paths and bicycle paths along the coast. Built in the natural shape of lines, the green belt filled with tropical flowers is like a huge seaside garden. When driving on Huandao Road, you can stop the car and walk or ride for a while to feel the unique charm here.
Starting from Baicheng Beach of Xiamen University, follow the Huandao Road Seaside Trail (free) to fully experience the beauty of Xiamen’s coastline. This coastal trail winds for more than 6 kilometers, passing the Huli Mountain Fort, which is recorded in the Guinness World Records, as well as Calligraphy Square, Zengcuo Bathing Beach, Music Square, Baishi Fort Ruins, Sun Bay Bathing Beach, etc. After leaving the trail, you can go to Zengcuo_, the country's "most artistic village" on the north side of Huandao Road. There are many Western restaurants, inns, and bars in Cuocuo, just like a replica of Gulangyu Island.
Continuing to drive along Huandao Road, Huangcuo (free; open all day) in the southeast corner has perhaps the cleanest beach on the entire road. Not far ahead, you will see a large placard with the words "One Country, Two Systems, Unify China", which echoes the placard of "Three People's Principles, Unify China" on Little Kinmen Island across the strait. It is also one of the landmarks of the Ring Road.
Continue heading north and pass by Qianpu Convention and Exhibition Center to Guanyin Mountain. There is a high-quality beach here. In the summer, the White Dolphin Beach Music Festival and Sand Sculpture Art Exhibition are held, as well as a water park and amusement park. There are some restaurants and bars for travelers to visit and rest. Further on, Wuyuan Bay and Wetland Park adjacent to the northern section of Huandao Road are marine sports centers. The sailing and kayaking experience courses provided by the outdoor club are very suitable for travelers.
Quanzhou
As the starting point of the ancient Maritime Silk Road, when Quanzhou became the "largest port in the East", Xiamen next to it was just a small fishing village. During the Northern Song Dynasty, Quanzhou had trade relations with 58 overseas countries, and "immortals" from all walks of life came in droves. As a result, various religions took root in Licheng and then developed and grew. The old city of Quanzhou is not a deliberately made ancient city, but a real and authentic one, with old streets and numerous temples.
To understand Quanzhou, you can start at the Quanzhou Museum, which has basic displays such as "Quanzhou History and Culture" and "Quanzhou Nanyin, Opera Art". The Fujian-Taiwan Marriage Museum next door is the most worth-seeing museum in Quanzhou. It introduces Quanzhou from various perspectives such as geography, ethnicity, politics, economy, religion, art, etc., including the historical relationship between mainland China (Fujian) and the treasure island of Taiwan. And here is not far from Qingyuan Mountain, the source of Quanzhou. You can take Quanshan Road from Chaotianmen and turn to Huabo Road, follow the tourist road directly to Nantai Rock, make a pot of tea on the top of the mountain, and overlook the whole of Quanzhou. If you hike up the mountain, you can see Tiger Milk Spring, Laojun Rock, Master Hongyi's stupa, tear-ink paintings and cliff carvings from past dynasties along the way.
After going down the mountain, follow Shaolin Road to Quanzhou Shaolin Temple. Wukui Quanzhou Shaolin 10:00 in the morning is the time for monks to practice martial arts. You can come to the martial arts performance hall to watch live martial arts performances. Go south along Citong North Road to the Overseas Transportation History Museum. It is not as boring as the name sounds, but more like an encyclopedia of Quanzhou anecdotes. Then go all the way east to the seaside _Pu Fishing Village (Donghai Community; free), and see the _Pu Girl, one of the three major fisherwomen in Fujian. The headdress of "wearing a wreath of hairpins and ivory chopsticks" is the focus of many long shots.
Meizhou Island
Meizhou Island is world-famous as the hometown of Mazu. Every year, countless believers from all over the world come to this legendary "Mecca of the East". After disembarking, follow the route of the crowd and board the Mazu Temple. There are precious historical monuments and cultural relics such as Mazu's dormitory hall, the Shrine of the Holy Parents, the place where Mazu ascended to heaven, and the golden statue of Mazu from the Song Dynasty. The incense is very strong. The Mazu Cultural Park next to it charges an additional fee. It uses the giant stone statue of Mazu on the top of the mountain as the central axis starting point, and built a group of buildings imitating the Mazu temples of the Song Dynasty.
Going through the ancestral temples is the Forest of Mazu Steles. From here you can walk down to Meiyu Chaoyin. Not far south along Meizhou Avenue, you will come to Tianfei's Hometown Heritage Park (Lin Village on Meizhou Island). Shanglin Village, where the park is located, is the birthplace of Mazu Lin Moniang. There are still preserved stone tablets related to Mazu such as "Tianfei's Hometown" in the Ming Dynasty. of relics.
Pingtan
Traveling along the Fujian coastline, I have seen various islands and beaches. When I arrived in Pingtan, I was still moved by the vastness of the sea. The winding coastline of Haitan Island has more than 100 kilometers of white sandy beaches, and more than 100 islands of various sizes in the surrounding area are dotted with various unique sea erosion landforms.
We recommend Longfengtou Beach and Tannanwan Beach on the island. They are close to the county seat and have clear water, as well as abundant food stalls and water activities. Someone once photographed the beautiful "blue tears" on the beach of Tannan Bay. It is the dreamy blue light emitted by the ostracods in the deep sea gathering here. Travelers can try their luck.
Jiangjun Mountain, located in the southeast corner of the island, is a sea-eroded landform at the southernmost tip of the island. It has the thrilling feeling of walking through the rocks and reaching the cliff. The East China Sea Wonderland, located in the northeast corner, is a rare place to watch tides. The natural sea caves inside make a loud sound when the tide rises. Finally, we came to Shipaiyang in the northwest corner. There are two huge sea stacks here, which look like sails and stand out from the sea. They are recognized symbols of Pingtan Island.
The stone houses scattered in the bay and mid-mountain are another feature of Pingtan Island. These stone houses built with volcanic rocks and granite have become the targets of photography enthusiasts. We recommend several characteristic villages such as Dongmei Village in Liushui Town, Dongbi Village in Beicuo Town, Yangmeikeng Village in Zhonglou Town and Baisheng Village in Baiqing Township. The roads on the island lead to various scenic spots. The roads are in good condition and the signage is very clear.
Fuzhou
Fuzhou, also known as "Rongcheng", has a rich flavor of life. The exploration of Fuzhou can start from the three lanes and seven lanes. A south back street can satisfy most travelers. It is a one-stop shop for eating, drinking, entertainment and shopping, and the alleys hidden deep on both sides are more winding and quiet. The layout of the lanes, the Ming and Qing architecture and the former residences of countless modern celebrities truly hide the soul of old Fuzhou. For example, the former residence of Lin Congyi, the second son of Fuzhou native Lin Zexu, has been turned into the Fuzhou Lacquerware Museum, where you can appreciate the bodiless lacquerware and lacquer paintings, one of the "Three Treasures of Fuzhou". The Lin Zexu Memorial Hall, which has a classical garden-style ancestral architectural style, is not far from the south side of Nanhou Street.
There are many temples in Fuzhou, so you might as well forget about their religious connotations and come here purely for leisure. Xichan Temple, known as "one of the five major Zen forests in Fuzhou", is luxurious and majestic. Kaiyuan Temple, hidden away in the bustling city, is the oldest existing temple in Fuzhou. It was also the place where eminent Japanese and Indian monks studied during the Tang Dynasty. Strictly speaking, Hualin Temple is no longer a temple, but just a precious Tang-style and Song-dynasty wooden hall is definitely worth a trip.
If you want to know more about Fujian and Fuzhou, you should go to the Fujian Museum and Fuzhou Municipal Museum. They will tell you how Yantai Mountain in Cangshan District became the "Museum of Architecture of All Nations" and how this The city's past glory and pain.
Xiapu
Photography is perhaps the most important theme in Xiapu. On the more than 400 kilometers of coastline here, fishermen cultivate the ocean like a field. The kelp and seaweed fields in the tidal flats, the patches of bamboo poles and fishing nets, the scattered islands and fishing boats, and the small villages standing on the cliffs facing the sea can all become the targets of the photographer's lens.
Beiqi Tidal Flat (Xiapu Beiqi Village; free) not far from the city may be the best choice for travelers in a hurry. Exit the city from the east side of Xiapu and go to Beiqi Village along Funing Avenue, about 5 kilometers. After parking your car in front of the scenic area, walk up the newly built mountain road to find a good photography angle. Under the cliff are the tidal flats and seaweed racks. From a distance, the boats passing by are intertwined with the scenery. , integrated.
Beiqi is suitable for shooting sunrises. If you want to shoot sunsets, you should go to Gulingxia Village and Houqi Village on the other side.
Dayushan Island at the end of the self-driving east line is ranked among the "Top Ten Most Beautiful Islands in China". The half-meter-high grass on the island is a rare natural wonder. In addition, "the island is in the middle of the sea and the lake is in the middle of the island". The confusion has attracted countless backpackers to come across mountains and seas. Most people who go to the island choose to camp in the tent area by Tianhu Lake (on the top of the mountain on the side of the visitor center) to watch the sunrise and sunset.
Practical information
When to go: May to October, warmth and warmth are the prerequisite for having fun in the coastal city.
Best photography spot: The seaweed fields on the Kasumigaura tidal flat, the floating boats, and the ocean skylight in the distance form a beautiful scene.
Best Island: Dongshan Island, the main filming location of the movie "The Left Ear", is full of literary and artistic atmosphere. West Sichuan Small Ring Route
1012 days, 1152 kilometers
Altitude sickness started only 200 kilometers away from Chengdu. Before entering Tibet, I felt the Tibetan customs coming to my face. This was just a "small loop" on the road. The unexpected surprise of "showing off one's skills". Danba Tibetan Village, Muya Grassland, Gongga Snow Mountain? The Western Sichuan Small Ring Road, which embodies the essence of Sichuan and Tibet, will make self-driving travelers of all levels hooked.
To say that Western Sichuan is just a supplement to the Sichuan-Tibet Line is to greatly underestimate this line, which is home to the "King of Shu Mountains" Gonggar, the "Queen of Shu Mountains" Siguniang Mountain, as well as countless Haizi, Tibetan villages, and temples. self-driving loop. From snow-capped mountains and glaciers to canyon meadows, it covers almost all Tibetan scenery, and the ethnic villages dotted among them are even more charming. The newly upgraded 350 National Highway and the newly paved 212 Provincial Highway make the journey more pleasant. And in the countryside where the "Every Village Access" project has not yet been completed, you can still find the last off-road fun.
Highlights of the route
Siguniang Mountain
Although each of the Siguniang Mountains, known as the "Queen of Shu Mountain", is more beautiful than the other, it is more beautiful than the other from Chengdu, which is 600 meters above sea level. The dramatic ascent from the plains to the 6,000-meter snow-capped peaks brings the feeling of Tibetan areas to your face: just 200 kilometers out of Chengdu, many self-drivers feel high and tired of driving.
Siguniang Mountain National Geopark includes "three ditches and one mountain" from west to east. The well-named Haizigou is full of clear seas. After entering the ditch and walking along the ridge, you will see the beautiful face of the "girl" when you look up.
The mature Changpinggou is the more common choice. After entering the ditch, you can take a sightseeing bus to the Lamasery, and then walk along the plank road, passing by the dry tree beach to the end of the plank road. Afterwards, you can change horses and continue to Red Rock Beach and Wooden Mule (3800 meters). Shuangqiaogou, 7 kilometers away from the town, is easier to visit, with sightseeing buses running from beginning to end. Although Siguniang Mountain cannot be seen, the various strange-shaped snow-capped mountains around it are also quite interesting.
Danba
Danba, a city of thousands of towers with an altitude of only 1,780 meters and centered on the Mordor Mountain, is a gathering place for Jiarong Tibetans and has unique Tibetan folk customs and The watchtowers and Tibetan villages scattered throughout are the primary purpose of travelers visiting here.
Driving not far from the center of the town, you can see the gate of Jiaju Zangzhai (ticket 50 yuan) on the left. It was rated first among the "Six Most Beautiful Ancient Rural Towns in China" by "China National Geographic" . There are three viewing platforms from low to high along the village, all of which can overlook the entire village group from the side. The best shooting spot is on the hillside behind Observation Deck No. 3. In the early morning, the Tibetan village shrouded in hazy fog is quite mysterious.
Bamei
Located in the small town of Kangba on the main north-south road between Sichuan and Tibet, the name "Bamei" is well deserved: all the scenic spots on the Sichuan-Tibet line are gathered here. The types of scenery include Tagong Grassland in the south, Yak Valley in the east, Longdeng Grassland in the north, and Daofu folk houses. It is indeed beautiful in all directions.
Huiyuan Temple in Xiede Township is known as the "Holy Land of Lotus". It was built by the Qing Dynasty for the seventh Dalai Lama to escape the Jungar Rebellion. The 11th Dalai Lama was also born in Xiede. , so Huiyuan Temple is particularly noble in Tibetan areas, and it is very lively during Dharma gatherings.
Go to Provincial Highway 215 in the direction of Tagong. On the left side, you can see the black stone forest spreading for thousands of miles. The most beautiful section of it has been built into the new black stone park (ticket 60 yuan), which can be entered by car. At the entrance of the Stone Forest Valley, and then walking along the wooden plank road, you will see the "mylonite stone forest". This is a unique stone forest formed by the ancient seabed sedimentary rocks that rose up with the movement of the earth's crust, were crushed by strong geostress, and then eroded by wind and rain for millions of years. The light color is like green, and the dark color is like ink. If it is rainy and foggy, you can also see the gradient effect of ink-like water immersed in layers, which is quite spectacular.
Tagong
This grassland town located at an altitude of 3,700 meters is surrounded by 8 sacred mountains including Yala Mountain, Xiagu Dongqing Mountain, and Wenshu Mountain. On the vast grassland, the dazzling Muya Golden Pagoda in the distance echoes the Yala Snow Mountain in the distance. This golden pagoda was built to commemorate the 10th Panchen Lama’s initiation and teaching here. It is said that more than 100 kilograms of gold were used to cover the top.
If you want to take pictures of the Rizhao Golden Dome against the Yala Snow Mountains, you must arrive before 4 pm, otherwise the sunlight will be blocked by the snow mountains behind.
The best shooting spot is located in the Tagong Grassland next to it. Entry is 10 yuan/person. If you want to explore the grassland in depth, you can rent a horse in front of the Golden Pagoda (100 yuan/time).
Xinduqiao
Probably because the passing vehicles have raised too much dust, this important transportation town looks a bit dusty. This place serves more as a transit point for entering and exiting Tibetan areas. The restaurants and inns in the center of the town don’t have many features, and the facilities are generally old.
In contrast, the scenery in Waze Township (Yingguan Zangzhai), 2 kilometers to the east, is much better. The hotels are newer, and most of them are equipped with restaurants, which can provide three meals a day. There is a Gongga Snow Mountain Observation Deck (ticket 10 yuan) on the hill in the north of the township, where you can overlook the snow-capped mountains. However, there are many places where you can see Gonggar, so you don’t have to stick to this.
Gonggar
As the "King of Shu Mountains", Gonggar Mountain with an altitude of 7556 meters is the best choice for pilgrims to the snow-capped mountains on the southern Sichuan-Tibet line. In addition to the main peak, there are many 6,000-meter-level snow-capped mountains such as Xiaogongga, Jiazi Peak, and Riwuqie Peak, which are uniquely charming. The best places to view the peaks and can be reached by car are the two passes of Yaha and Zimei.
In addition, Quanhua Beach (ticket 25 yuan), Gonggar Temple (ticket 20 yuan), Bawang Sea, and Lotus Lake all have charming scenery along the way. If you need to stay overnight, there are some B&Bs with average conditions in Gongga Mountain Township, Shangmuju, and Zimei Village. Only Xinduqiao and Shade have gas stations around the mountainous area. You must fill up your tank before entering the mountain.
Kowloon
The prosperity of Kowloon will definitely make you sigh, as if you are no longer in a Tibetan area. The small county town is clean and tidy. The sculptures of Tibetan, Yi and Han people in the central square indicate that this is the "Tibetan and Yi Corridor". Wu Xuhai, 24 kilometers away from Kowloon (tickets are RMB 60 in peak season and RMB 40 in off-season), is a land of lakes and mountains. The scenery is top-notch in Ganzi Prefecture. Whether you climb up to overlook Haizi, or enjoy the waterfalls and hot springs at the foot of the snow-capped mountains, you will never miss it. Disappointing.
On the fourth day of the sixth month of the lunar calendar, during the Sea Cruise Festival, the locals "play with dams" is very lively. In the northeast, Lieta Lake (ticket 50 yuan, sightseeing bus 35 yuan), which is said to have a "water monster", is a little aloof. The 4,390-meter high mountain scenery is completely different from Wu Xuhai in Xiaojiabiyu.
Practical Information
When to go: July to October.
The best photography spot: Zimei Pass. Driving up to Zimei Pass at sunset, the scene of the snow-capped main peak of Gongga being dyed with golden sunlight is unforgettable.
The best climbing spot: Siguniang Mountain. Climbing difficulty varies from Dafeng to Yaofeng, which can satisfy the climbing wishes of various travelers.