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Come to Xiamen!! The hidden beach at Huangcuo Xitouxia is breathtakingly beautiful

🔥 A treasure beach only locals in Xiamen know about! Avoid the crowds, enjoy a private stretch of blue sea, and every photo you take will be atmospheric and stunning! 📍Location: Huandao Road, Xiamen · Huangcuo Xitouxia Just search on your map, and the beautiful scenery is right there when you get off—no detours needed! 🌟 Why highly recommend this place? 1️⃣ Few people and peaceful: Compared to the crowded Baicheng Beach, here you can easily enjoy the freedom of a "private beach," no more hiding from crowds when taking photos! 2️⃣ Clear water: The sand is fine and clean, and the sea is as blue as if filtered naturally, perfect for wading and playing! 3️⃣ Stunning sunsets: At dusk, the orange sea flows over the reefs, golden light sprinkles on the water, so romantic you’ll want to daydream here with your bestie or lover 💛 4️⃣ Perfect lawn camping spot: A large green lawn right next to the beach, ideal for team building, picnics, or dates—escape the fatigue of work life in minutes! 📸 Must-visit photo spots ✅ Seaside reef clusters: At low tide, large black reefs are exposed, perfect for moody, cinematic shots that instantly boost your photo’s vibe! ✅ Huandao Road boardwalk: Stroll along the boardwalk with an endless sea and sky backdrop, the sea breeze makes photos super soothing~ ✅ Seaside hidden coffee shop: Nestle into a window seat, sip coffee while watching the sea, lazy and chill, the atmosphere is just right! 🚗 Transportation guide ☑️ Taxi/self-drive: Set your destination to “Ainiyi Shuiwan Hotel.” For drivers, don’t worry, there’s a large parking lot at the beach entrance, parking is convenient, and it’s just a 1-minute walk to the beach! ☑️ Public transport: Take the bus to “Xitouxia” stop, enter the small path next to Jinming Temple, walk about 100 meters to find the parking lot, then it’s a very short walk to the beach! 💡 Helpful tips ▪️ It’s best to visit after 4 PM to avoid the harsh sun; the soft light makes photos look even better! ▪️ Wear light or bright colors (white, yellow, pink) to match the blue sea and sand, photos will be super photogenic! ▪️ Remember to bring slippers for easy wading; nearby foot washing is inconvenient, hand washing requires a fee, so bring wet wipes just in case~ ▪️ For those wanting to shoot the reef clusters, check the tide schedule in advance—only at low tide can you capture the full reefs!
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Posted: Oct 12, 2025
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