Things to do in Shantou

We didn't catch any squid, but the owner helped us by casting a net every half hour, bringing up quite a few. We had a barbecue on the boat, which was a nice way to relax and have some fun in the evening. Even though we didn't catch any fish, we still had a barbecue and seafood porridge dinner.

Taking this cable car is a major attraction in the Queshi Scenic Area. The staff at the stations are very responsible, and the cable car operates safely and hygienically. Climbing to the top of Tashan Mountain and getting a bird's-eye view of Shantou is a very pleasant experience.

Shantou Xiaogongyuan (Little Park) is located in the Shantou Port Opening Area, centrally situated at the intersection of Guoping Road, Shengping Road, and Anping Road in Jinping District, Shantou City, Guangdong Province. Starting from the "Sun Yat-sen Memorial Pavilion," a series of arcade-style streets named "Siyong Yishengping" radiate outwards in a ring, forming a city block. It boasts the largest collection of modern arcade buildings in China, most of which were invested and built by overseas Chinese who returned to their hometowns after venturing to Southeast Asia in earlier years. It's definitely worth a visit!

Heritage and performance, place was cosy and huge to host many viewers. Was a great experience to learn about traditional culture.

Shantou's Old Town is a treasure trove steeped in time, a fusion of Baroque arcades and Nanyang-style architecture. The aging bricks and tiles hold memories of a prosperous century-old commercial port. The aroma of local delicacies like Chaoshan beef balls and rice noodles fills the air, while details like the inlaid porcelain of the Guanyin Temple and the dome of the General Post Office are stunning. The free admission streets are perfect for a leisurely stroll. Despite signs of commercial transformation, the authentic atmosphere and rich history of the city remain. A two-day experience offers a chance to deeply experience the mysteries of the mountains and sea, and the memories of the city.

While traveling in Chaoshan, I discovered this hidden gem. It's clear the residents were from a prominent family; the houses are enormous, and I heard that it used to take a whole day just to open and close the windows. It's full of Southeast Asian charm and incredibly photogenic. Online ticketing is very convenient; highly recommended.

踏入青澳湾，仿佛闯入了一幅绝美的自然画卷。那片湛蓝的大海，清澈见底，阳光洒下，波光粼粼，似无数钻石在海面跳跃，海浪轻拍沙滩，奏响轻柔交响曲。 沿着沙滩漫步，细柔的沙子如棉花糖般，富含矿物质的沙质对身体有益，沙滩上贝壳遍布，小螃蟹横行，充满趣味。登高眺望，湾似新月静卧，风平浪静时，海面如镜，倒映天空山峦，构成如诗如画的美景。 青澳湾的海上项目令人兴奋不已。坐快艇飞驰海面，海风呼啸，浪花飞溅，刺激感十足；驾驶海上摩托艇穿梭，宛如海上骑士，自由畅快。 傍晚时分，夕阳西下，天空与大海被染成橙红色，坐在沙滩上看落日，内心满是宁静惬意。夜间的青澳湾也别具魅力，海边大排档的新鲜海鲜，令人垂涎三尺，美味在舌尖绽放。 此外，青澳湾还有着深厚的文化底蕴。北回归线标志塔“自然之门”，是独特的地标，见证太阳直射奇观，感受天文地理的神奇。周边的历史古迹，承载着岁月痕迹，让人了解当地的历史文化。

There aren't many attractions on Nan'ao Island besides the beach. I made a special trip to the General's Mansion, the only one of its kind on a Chinese island. It's incredibly small, though. You can see the contents of a few houses and finish in half an hour. I wouldn't recommend it if you're on a limited island trip. The scenery along the way is nice though.

The Tropic of Cancer Gate to Nature is a giant suspended sphere sculpture. Taking photos from below can help you avoid the crowds. The beach is also a great spot for taking pictures. The sand is very fine and clean, and you can also go jet skiing in the summer.