Beijing Getaways: Yuetuo Island

Beijing Getaways: Yuetuo Island
Jul 04, 2009 By eChinacities.com

Yuetuo Island is Beijing's closest sea island and a great spot for a weekend holiday. The island's name means "Moon Lamp" in Chinese and it is located in Hebei Province's Tangshan Yueting county, in the southwest corner of the Bohai Bay. This island is known throughout northern China as the most interesting nearby maritime region because of both its tourist attractions and its abundance of wildlife.


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The island is surrounded on all sides by deep bluish-green sea, making it a perfect destination for those looking to beat the city heat. The interior of the island is actually closed to the public, making it a true undisturbed natural paradise. City folk flock here to enjoy the beautiful surf as well as to sunbath on the sandy beaches. There are also nature walks and various annual events to keep the masses coming back for more. The Dutch-inspired wooden sea huts make great beachside accommodations and are just one of the many distinguishing features of this island getaway. Don't be surprised to catch a glimpse of green meadows and peaceful windmills in the distance. All of this is part of the magical scenery on Yuetuo Island.


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Getting There:
Driving:
From Beijing its only 3 hours by car. Take Beishen Highway to the Tangjin Highway exit. From here take the Tanggang Highway southeast and exit at Yueting. Take Yueting southwest until reaching Matouyin, from there take Pingqing Highway all the way to the coast (Beigang Matou).
Bus:
Take a bus from the Sihui long-distance station to Yueting. From there transfer to another bus headed for Beigang Matou. From there it’s only half an hour to the island.

Cost:
¥60/person including roundtrip ferry tickets

Food and Lodging:
All the housing on the island is the wooden hut waterfront style. ¥240/room.
The island seafood is both delicious and affordable.

Tips:
-There are always events going on at night during July and August
- During September and October there are seafood festivals
- Bring mosquito repellant!

Source: baidu.com

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