Zhangzhou Dongshan Island (border of Fujian and Guangdong)

Attractions & culture

Dongshan Island belongs to Dongshan County, Zhangzhou City, Fujian Province. It is the largest island in Dongshan County, accounting for 97% of the county's land area. It is located at 23°33′33″~23°47′11″N, 117°17′33″~117°34'32″E, separated from Yunxiao County by a 600-meter waterway. After the construction of the Bachimen Seawall in 1961, it became a land-connected island. Dongshan Island has a subtropical marine monsoon climate, warm and humid all year round, with an average annual temperature of 20.8°C and a long frost-free period, suitable for year-round agriculture and tourism. The island's terrain slopes from northwest to southeast, with low hills in the northwest and marine plains and sandy land in the southeast. There are 413 small hills on the island, 29 of which are above 80 meters in elevation. The highest peak is Sufeng Mountain at 274.3 meters. The geology is mainly granite and Jurassic gneiss, with many sandbars and reef landscapes. The coastline is winding, combining natural scenery and human history. Dongshan Island is a famous coastal tourist resort in Fujian, rich in scenic spots. The Malun Bay Beach has white sand and clear water, making it a popular natural beach and photography spot. The Wind Stone is located on the seaside cliff at the east gate of Dongshan Ancient City, 4.37 meters high and weighing about 200 tons. It has withstood earthquakes and typhoons and is known as the "No.1 Strange Stone under Heaven." The Guandi Temple in Tongshan Ancient City was built in the 22nd year of Hongwu in the Ming Dynasty, well-preserved, and is a national first-class protected unit. Jiusan Mountain Scenic Area has rich history and culture, once a military garrison and a retreat for literati. Dongmen Islet is shaped like the character "土," with an altitude of 91 meters and unique landscapes; from the island, you can overlook Wenfeng Pagoda and the surrounding sea views. Dongshan Island also preserves diverse folk culture and specialties, including asparagus and asparagus tea, gold wood carving, shell carving, sea willow carving, coral crafts, and seafood such as abalone, providing visitors with rich cultural experiences and island leisure activities.