Must visit and must do when in Changhai

Route 1: Hiking on Dachangshan Island Start from Banshan Mandao to Sikuaishiwan Park and the sports park. This is one of the representative island walks. Visitors can take in the pristine waters and other breathtaking island scenery.

Route 2: Bicycling across Changshan Bridge

From Xicaotuo, take the coastal road to Yinniuwan resort area and the bridge. With the sea on one side and fishing villages on the other, the approximately 20-kilometer cycling stretch offers spectacular views of both mountains and the sea.

Route 3: Dolphin watching

Start sailing from the Sikuaishi Pier to the sightseeing platform on the sea. Visitors can see Liang Zeye, a local, summoning dolphins just by whistling, as well as see various seabirds.

Route 4: Beach and forest park on Xiaochangshan Island

Cycle across the Changshan Bridge to the Jinshatan bathing beach, the Xiaoshuikou Forest Park, and the viewing platform. Visitors can enjoy on a natural sandy beach or in a forest park with a glass promenade. They can also climb the viewing platform to get a panoramic view of the small islands.

Route 5: Sightseeing and cultural tour at Guanglu Island

Start from Tieshan Xiannyu Lake to the Matsu Temple and the folk exhibition hall. The Xiaozhushan cultural site records the history of the island's early inhabitants. The temple is a place for mountain climbing and prayer, while the folk museum showcases local customs.

Route 6: Explore the deep sea at Zhangzi Island

Start from Mingzhu Park and head to the Yingzui Rock, the exhibition hall of the ocean ranch, and the maritime park. This route will take you into the depths of the Yellow Sea. Savor the fresh seafood at a place 39 degrees north, go fishing, feel the excitement of catching big fish, and take a trip in an underwater sightseeing semi-submersible.