Healing Seaside Lighthouse

Beiji Island: A secluded maritime paradise, Zhejiang’s last pure fishing village 【Preface】 In the vast East China Sea southeast of Zhejiang, there is a small island forgotten by time—Beiji Island. It lacks the fame of Nanji Island and the artistic vibe of Dongji Island, but precisely because of this, it preserves the most original fishing village charm. Here, there is no overdevelopment, no bustling tourists, only blue sea and sky, rustic stone houses, simple fishermen, and the purest island life between the tides. If you are tired of crowded trendy spots and want to find a place to truly unwind, Beiji Island might be the answer. 【How to Get There?】 📍 Location: Southeast sea area of Rui’an, Wenzhou City, Zhejiang Province, about 38 nautical miles from the mainland 🚢 Transportation: Rui’an South Gate Pier → Beiji Island (one trip daily, about 2.5 hours) Ticket: 130 RMB one way per person (advance booking recommended) Departure time: 9:00 AM (subject to pier announcement) Self-driving: Navigate to Rui’an South Gate Pier, parking available nearby ⚠️ Tips: Boat schedules are highly weather-dependent; check weather forecasts in advance No cars on the island; mainly walking or renting electric scooters (about 50 RMB/day) 【Must-Do on the Island】 1. Stroll through Beiji Fishing Village and feel the traces of frozen time The heart of Beiji Island is Beiji Fishing Village, where most houses are built of stone, nestled on the hillside in a staggered layout. In the early morning, fishermen return from the sea, and the lively fish trading scene at the pier makes you feel as if you’ve stepped back decades into fishing village life. 📸 Recommended photo spots: Lighthouse Road: The stone path leading to Beiji Lighthouse, flanked by stone houses and wildflowers, perfect for artistic shots Fishing Harbor Pier: Fishing boats returning at sunrise, with interplay of light and shadow, full of life atmosphere 2. Climb Beiji Lighthouse for a panoramic view of the East China Sea Beiji Lighthouse is the island’s highest point and one of the easternmost lighthouses in the East China Sea. From the top, you can enjoy a 360° unobstructed sea view, and on clear days, even see distant Nanji Island. 🌅 Best viewing time: sunrise or sunset 3. Discover the “Blue Tears” phenomenon (summer only) From May to August each year, the coastline of Beiji Island occasionally shows the “Blue Tears” (a bioluminescent plankton). At night, when waves hit the shore, the glowing blue light flickers like stars falling into the sea. 📍 Best viewing spot: Guoshu Yu Beach (check tide times with local fishermen in advance) 4. Tide pooling and fishing—be a fisherman for a day Beiji Island’s marine life is abundant. At low tide, you can dig for oysters, sea snails, and crabs on the rocky shore. If you like fishing, you can rent a small boat to go out to sea and experience real fisherman life. 🎣 Recommended experiences: Tide pooling (bring your own tools and gloves) Night squid fishing (summer special, super fun!) 5. Enjoy an authentic seafood feast The island’s seafood is freshly caught and cooked, affordable and delicious. Recommended dishes: Steamed wild yellow croaker (tender meat that melts in your mouth) Scallion oil razor clams (plump and juicy, local specialty) Seaweed and dried shrimp soup (Beiji seaweed is famous far and wide) 🍽️ Recommended restaurants: Fisherman’s Family Food Stall (near the pier, great value) Grandma’s Seafood Noodles (30-year-old shop, broth is incredibly flavorful) 【Accommodation Recommendations】 🏠 1. Beiji Island Homestays (converted fishing village stone houses, 150-300 RMB per person) Recommended: “Listen to the Sea” Homestay (facing the sea, terrace with sunrise view) Feature: Stone houses are warm in winter and cool in summer, with the sound of waves at night ⛺ 2. Camping (best in summer) Guoshu Yu Beach allows tent camping, but confirm tide safety in advance 【Suggested Itinerary】 ✅ Classic 2 days 1 night trip Day 1: Morning arrival → fishing village stroll → lighthouse sunset → night fishing/tide pooling Day 2: Early sunrise → beach shell collecting → seafood lunch → afternoon return ✅ In-depth 3 days 2 nights trip Add island hiking, visit uninhabited islets (like Xiadao Island), experience fishing family life, etc. 【Notes】 Limited supplies on the island; bring snacks, sunscreen, and mosquito repellent Weak network signal, some areas only 2G, perfect for a “digital detox” Travel eco-friendly; please carry out your trash to protect this pristine sea area 【Final Words】 The beauty of Beiji Island lies in its originality and tranquility. There is no commercial hustle, only the truest island life. If you yearn for a slow life “facing the sea, with spring flowers blooming,” come here and be an islander cut off from the world for a few days. 🌊 “The sea breeze travels eight thousand miles; the place it comes from is home.” Beiji Island is worth your stay.