Top 10 Best Things to Do in Zhoushan

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Putuoshan Scenic Area, located in the eastern waters of Zhoushan, Zhejiang Province, is one of China's four sacred Buddhist mountains and the sacred site of Guanyin Bodhisattva. Known as the "Buddhist Kingdom by the Sea," it is a national 5A-level scenic area. The island covers an area of ​​12.5 km² and can only be accessed by boat, with no road connection to the mainland. Key Attractions: 1. Three Major Temples Puji Temple (Front Temple): The main temple on the mountain, the largest in scale and most popular with worshippers. Fayu Temple (Rear Temple): The Nine Dragon Hall's caisson ceiling is one of the "Three Treasures of Putuoshan" and a national key cultural relic protection unit. Huiji Temple (Fodingshan Temple): Located at an altitude of 283 m on Fodingshan Mountain, accessible by cable car, offering the best views. 2. South China Sea Guanyin Culture 33 m South China Sea Guanyin Statue: A landmark on the island, adjacent to the Purple Bamboo Forest and the "Refusing to Leave Guanyin Temple," where legend says Guanyin once "refused to leave." 3. Nature and Beaches Qianbu Beach and Baibu Beach: Fine sand and gentle slopes, perfect for sunrise viewing; Qianbu Beach is 3 li long and suitable for swimming in summer. Pantuo Stone, Heart-shaped Stone, and Two Turtles Listening to the Dharma Stone: Granite wonders, known as the "Three Stones of Putuo". 4. Three Caves and Outer Islands Fanyin Cave, Chaoyin Cave, and Chaoyang Cave: Sea cave wonders; Fanyin Cave has a legend of Guanyin appearing there. Luojia Mountain: A reclining Buddha in the sea.

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Highly recommended! The sacred altar blends traditional craftsmanship with modern technology, featuring white marble walls adorned with gilded statues—every detail showcases meticulous craftsmanship. From praying and making wishes on the first floor to worshipping the four-faced Guanyin on the seventh floor, the entire experience is enveloped in a serene and solemn atmosphere. The "Flowers Bloom, Buddha Appears" sound and light show is breathtakingly beautiful. Free luggage storage, comprehensive facilities for the disabled, and friendly staff are all available. Avoiding crowds allows you to witness the beautiful spectacle of the sun and moon shining together. This journey, combining a visual feast with spiritual healing, is worth experiencing for everyone!

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I decided to bring my children here when I got off Putuo and there was still some time before my flight. The half-price discount was very cost-effective. The venue is not big but the movement line is very reasonable. I played in it for an entire afternoon and the children were reluctant to leave until it closed. It was great.

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Gouqi Island is perfect for exploring, so don't rush. Since there aren't many attractions, two days is enough. I personally recommend taking a helicopter from Putuo, arriving before 10:00 AM. Gouqi Island has two main areas: one on the Gouqi side and the other on the Shengshan side. The helicopter will depart from Gouqi, and you can stay at either Dawang or Miaogan. Then, visit the Dongya Cliff on the Shengshan side (I didn't watch the sunrise). On the way back, take photos of the colorful houses near the tunnel. After passing through the tunnel, you'll reach the center of Shengshan Town and have a quick lunch. Then, take a taxi to the deserted village to explore the small fields. At the end, there's a pier. Don't backtrack and take a boat back to Shengshan Town. Then, take a direct bus back to Miaogan. In the evening, go sea fishing at the beach. The next morning, take your time and stroll through the wonders of the mountains and sea. Spend the afternoon on the beach and enjoy a sea bath. In the evening, head to Ganxie Pier to admire the 10,000-acre sea ranch. Have a cup of coffee at the Sunset Café and wait for the sunset. On the third morning, wake up and take a direct helicopter back to Putuo.

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Peach Blossom Island, located in Putuo District, Zhoushan City, Zhejiang Province, is famous for being the residence of Huang Yaoshi in Jin Yong's novel "The Legend of the Condor Heroes." The island boasts beautiful natural scenery, especially in spring when the peach blossoms are in full bloom. The hillsides are covered in blossoms, creating a breathtaking panorama against the backdrop of the azure sea, blue sky, and golden beaches. Major attractions include Tawan Golden Sands, Peach Blossom Valley, the Legend of the Condor Heroes Tourist City, and Anqi Peak.

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Huaniao Island is located in Huaniao Township, Shengsi County, Zhoushan City, Zhejiang Province. It is a beautiful outlying island. The following is a detailed introduction about it: Basic Overview • Geographical environment: Located in the northernmost part of Zhoushan Archipelago, it is located at 122°40′ east longitude and 30°50′ north latitude, 25.9 kilometers away from Shengsi Island, in the international waterway, surrounded by the sea. It consists of Huaniao Island and its surrounding 11 islands, with a land area of ​​3.28 square kilometers and a coastline of 17.16 kilometers. • Climate characteristics: It belongs to the subtropical marine monsoon climate, with distinct four seasons, no severe cold in winter, no scorching heat in summer, sufficient sunlight, and small temperature difference. There are many sea fogs in spring, many cyclones in summer, dry autumn, frost in winter, and more precipitation in spring and summer than in autumn and winter. • Historical culture: There were residents in the Southern Song Dynasty. In the early years of Chunxi in the Southern Song Dynasty, the sand bank of the island was set as the Confucian Academy of Qingyuan Prefecture. In the ninth year of Tongzhi in the Qing Dynasty, the construction of Huaniao Lighthouse was planned. Development and construction started in 2013, it was rated as a 4A scenic spot in 2020, and was selected into the list of "Harmonious Islands" in 2023. Natural Landscape • Fluorescent Sea: Also known as "blue tears", it is stimulated by luminous organisms such as Noctiluca and fireflies to produce light blue light. From March to June each year, the best time to watch it is at night when the temperature is 21-30 degrees, the weather is clear, the tide is high, and there is southwest or northeast wind on the sea. • Buddha's Hand Stone: Located at the outermost end of the northeast side of the island, it is shaped like a palm and has a wide field of vision. It is one of the best places to watch the sunset. • Qiankengding: It is the highest peak in Shengsi. Standing on the top of the mountain, you can overlook the entire island and the surrounding waters and enjoy the magnificent mountain and sea scenery. Human Landscape • Flower and Bird Lighthouse: Built in 1870, it was the largest lighthouse under the jurisdiction of the customs at that time. It was also one of the earliest lighthouses built in China and was listed as a national key cultural relic protection unit. The lighthouse is cylindrical in appearance, black on top and white on the bottom, with a total of 4 floors and a height of 16.5 meters. It is an important gateway for Chinese and foreign ships to enter ports such as Shanghai, Zhoushan, and Ningbo. • Mazu Temple: Located on the side of the Buddha's Hand Stone, the temple enshrines the statue of Mazu, which is a symbol of the island residents' faith and spiritual sustenance, and also provides tourists with a window to understand the local marine culture and folk customs. • Flower and Bird Village: The village buildings on the island are mainly blue and white, staggered and full of Mediterranean style. It is known as the "Chinese version of Santorini". There are many characteristic homestays, restaurants and small shops in the village. Transportation Guide • Direct Ship: You can take a ship directly to Flower and Bird Island from Shanghai Shenjiawan Wharf, and the journey takes about 2 hours. You need to book a homestay through Ctrip first, and then let the homestay owner book a round-trip direct ship ticket. • Indirect: First go to Shengsi, then take a taxi to Xiaocaiyuan Wharf and buy a boat ticket to Huaniao Island. There are two boats a day, at 7:30 and 12:20 respectively.

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Jihu Beach is located in Jihu Village, Caiyuan Town, Shengsi County, Zhoushan City, Zhejiang Province. It is the largest natural beach in Zhoushan Archipelago and is known as the "Beidaihe of the South". The following is a detailed introduction to it: Overview of the Beach • Scale: The beach is 2,200 meters long, more than 200 meters wide, and covers an area of ​​about 500,000 square meters. It can accommodate tens of thousands of people playing in the blue waves and bathing in the sun at the same time. • Environment: The golden sand here is fine and clean, the slope is flat, the sea water is clear and blue, the microwaves are rippling, and the trees are shady. It integrates the oasis, the beach, and the bay into one, and the scenery is charming. Entertainment Projects • Water Sports: There are windsurfing, surfing, sea bathing, motorboats, speedboat parachuting and other projects, which are suitable for tourists who like excitement and challenges. • Beach Activities: There are karting, beach football, beach volleyball and other projects, and you can also do fun activities such as digging sand crabs and picking seashells. • Special experience: Visitors can experience horseback riding on the beach and feel the unique fun of galloping on the seaside; they can also participate in self-service barbecue and taste delicious seafood and meat. Supporting facilities • Catering: There are KTV and dessert shops in the scenic area, and there is also a food area near the gate, providing a variety of seafood barbecue and other specialties. • Accommodation: Jihu Beach Hotel is right next to the beach. In addition, there are many family hotels in Jihu Village, providing tourists with a variety of accommodation options. • Others: The scenic area provides ordinary item storage services at a price of 20 yuan/time, and also has a tourist service center, which is open from 09:00 to 18:00. Transportation Guide • External transportation: You can first reach Shengsi Island. Tourists from Shanghai can choose the Nanpu Bridge bus and ship combined ticket. Zhoushan Zhujiajian Wharf also has direct flights to Shengsi Island. • Transportation on the island: You can take the Shengsi tourist line Taikelong (Caiyuan) to Jihu Beach Bathing Beach, or you can take the urban bus 003 or urban and rural bus 206, get off at Jinsha Hotel (Jihu Jinsha) and walk there.