Weizhou Island
China's largest and youngest volcanic island, a national 5A-level scenic area (Nanwan Crocodile Mountain Scenic Area), and a natural museum of volcanic geology
Visitor info
- Opening hours
- All day (scenic area approx. 08:00-17:30)
- Ticket
- Island entry ticket approx. CNY 98 (ferry ticket not included)
Price is indicative — final quote on inquiry.
China's largest and youngest volcanic island, a national 5A-level scenic area (Nanwan Crocodile Mountain Scenic Area), and a natural museum of volcanic geology. Highlights: the Crocodile Mountain crater remains, sunrise at Wucai Beach (Five-Color Beach), sunset at Dishui Danping (Dripping Water Screen) and Shell Beach; cycling around the island is the most popular way to explore. Settlers began reclaiming and cultivating the island from the Xianfeng reign of the Qing dynasty (as recorded); the Catholic church in Shengtang Village, built in 1853 under the direction of French missionaries, is a National Key Cultural Relics Protection Site. Island scenery where coral reefs and volcanic rock appear side by side is rare in China, drawing long-haul European and American travelers as well as Southeast Asian visitors for short stays.
Getting there: By ferry from the International Passenger Port, approx. 70-80 minutes
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