Olympic Sailing Center · Lover's Wharf
Venue for the 2008 Olympic sailing competitions (original site of Yan'erdao Mountain): The Lover's Wharf white cylindrical lighthouse and romantic pier are a holy site for proposals; Sailing experiences start around CNY 200, and the Olympic torch sculpture is a popular photo spot.
Visitor info
- Opening hours
- All day
- Ticket
- Free (sailing boat rides are separate)
Price is indicative — final quote on inquiry.
Venue for the 2008 Olympic sailing competitions (original site of Yan'erdao Mountain): The Lover's Wharf white cylindrical lighthouse and romantic pier are a holy site for proposals; Sailing experiences start around CNY 200, and the Olympic torch sculpture is a popular photo spot; The best time is in the evening with sails and sunset. Free admission (sailing boat rides are separate), open all day. Walkable from Metro Line 2, Fushansuo Station.
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