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Help! The sea breeze on Nan'ao Island left me speechless with its beauty – here's the travel guide!

Nan'ao Island Travel Guide, served with both hands Transportation • External transport: Drive across Nan'ao Bridge (toll: ¥96), speed limit 50-60km/h on island. Alternatively, take bus 161/105 from Shantou Station (~1 hour, ¥10). • Island transport: Rent e-bikes (¥20/hour, limited range in strong winds) or charter a car (~¥500/day, ideal for families/groups). Attractions • Natural Scenery ◦ Qing'ao Bay: Nan'ao's top scenic spot with crystal waters and fine sand, dubbed "Oriental Hawaii". Swim, play in sand, or enjoy panoramic views from Haizhimeng Seaview Promenade. ◦ Windmill Mountain: Asia's largest island wind farm offering full-island views. Perfect for cinematic shots with wind turbines against ocean backdrop. ◦ Dongjiao Mountain: Easternmost point with 300° ocean views. Best summer sunrise spot – find hermit crabs on the beach. • Historical & Cultural ◦ Changshanwei Fort: Qing Dynasty coastal defense site with elevated sea views. ◦ Commander's Office: Ming-Qing military site where Koxinga recruited troops. Features historic "Recruitment Tree" and "Soldier Testing Stone". ◦ Song Well: 700-year-old well unaffected by tides, with sweet water from Southern Song Dynasty. Food • Laver Fried Rice: Local specialty combining fragrant rice with savory seaweed. • Marinated Seafood: Authentic Chaoshan-style raw dishes like blood clams and mantis shrimp, preserving original flavors. • Steamed Egg with Sea Urchin: Silky texture – best near Qing'ao Bay. Perfect blend of sea urchin's umami and egg's tenderness. Accommodation • Qing'ao Bay: Ideal for sunrise watchers. Options include Zhumei Su B&B and Ibis Styles. • Houzhai Town: Foodie hub with budget-friendly stays like Nan'ao Huajianling Yunxi Hotel. Itineraries • Day Trip: Nan'ao Bridge & Qihang Square → Changshanwei Fort → Qian'ao Bay Lighthouse → Yun'ao Fishing Port → Song Well → Sancongya Lighthouse → Windmill Mountain → Qing'ao Bay → Tropic of Cancer Square → Golden Silver Island → Commander's Office → Houzhai Town sunset. • 2-Day Trip: Day 1 – Houzhai Town food exploration, Qian'ao Bay Lighthouse, Changweishan Lighthouse sunset. Day 2 – Sancongya Lighthouse, Tropic of Cancer Square, Huanghuashan National Forest Park.
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