Xingfu Gate · Xingfu Park
A city landmark on the shore of Weihai Bay; ascending the tower-like Xingfu Gate gives sweeping views of the coastline, and the Wanfu (ten thousand blessings) relief paving in front of the gate draws photo-takers
Visitor info
- Opening hours
- All day
- Ticket
- Free (gate-top viewing charged separately)
Price is indicative — final quote on inquiry.
A city landmark on the shore of Weihai Bay; ascending the tower-like Xingfu Gate gives sweeping views of the coastline, and the Wanfu (ten thousand blessings) relief paving in front of the gate draws photo-takers. The park stretches in a band along the shore, linking with Weihai Park and Yuehai Park into a coastal walking route; lighthouses alternate with flower seas, making it the classic evening route for a stroll and harbor views.
Getting there: Bus, Xingfumen stop
Photos
More in Weihai
- Liugong Island
National 5A-level scenic area and memorial site of the First Sino-Japanese War (1894-1895); the island preserves the Beiyang Fleet Admiral's Office (1888), the Naval Academy, the Iron Pier, and the East and West gun batteries, and houses the China Jiawu War Museum
- Dingyuan Warship Scenic Area
A 1:1 replica of the memorial ship Dingyuan, flagship of the Jiawu naval battle (First Sino-Japanese War); aboard, the command cabin and officers' quarters have been restored and Beiyang Fleet historical materials are displayed
- Huancui Tower Park
A landmark of Weihai's old town, said to date from the Ming dynasty and repeatedly destroyed and rebuilt over the centuries; the present tower can be climbed for sea views
- International Bathing Beach
Weihai's most famous free beach in the city area, where pine woods meet the sand; fine sand and clear water, lifeguards on duty during the summer swimming season, and a high density of guesthouses and cafes nearby
- Naxianghai Resort Area (Rongcheng)
Diamond Beach has fine sand and complete facilities; nearby Jiming Island became popular through a parent-child reality TV show
- Chengshantou (Rongcheng)
One of the easternmost points where the Chinese mainland reaches into the sea, hailed as 'China's Cape of Good Hope' and 'Cape of Good Luck'