You've got to visit Xiapu for a photoshoot at least once! This place has captivated photographers worldwide.

This isn't a fairy tale—Xiapu's beaches in Fujian truly transform under sunlight into tiger-stripe patterns, S-curves, and vibrant color palettes! Picture this: at dawn, elderly farmers lead water buffalo under banyan trees through the mist; at dusk, hundreds of fishing boats trace graceful arcs across the sea; at low tide, the tidal flats reveal natural textures... Here, you won't find crowds—just authentic fishing village life and light-and-shadow magic that even master photographers marvel at. ✨ Every scenic spot looks like an ink painting leaping from a textbook, with Instagram-worthy shots at every turn! Best of all, no hiking required—scenic viewpoints are drive-up accessible, seafood feasts cost just 50 RMB per person, and B&Bs offer breathtaking sea views right from your window... This summer, bring your parents to Xiapu for a healing seaside getaway! Tap the card at the end to unlock Xiapu's ultimate romance~ ⬇️ 📎 Best seasons: Xiapu is photogenic year-round, with seasonal highlights: Spring (Mar-May): Seaweed harvest at Shajiang S-bend and Xiaohao; misty ancient banyans at Yangjiaxi Summer (Jun-Aug): Dramatic cloudscapes before/after typhoons (safety first) Autumn (Sep-Nov): Laver farming creates beautiful patterns at Beiqui and Dongbi; fiery maple leaves at Yangjiaxi Winter (Dec-Feb): Soft light and clear air perfect for sunrise/sunset shots Photography gear: Lenses: Wide-angle (16-35mm), standard (24-70mm), and telephoto (70-200mm+) Filters: Polarizer, ND filter (for silky water effects) Tripod: Essential for sunrises/sunsets and long exposures Extra batteries & memory cards: Heavy usage during extended shoots Weather protection: Crucial for coastal humidity 🌄 Tiger-stripe light show—Beiqui Mudflats 🌟 Pro tips: Use 200mm+ telephoto to capture distant fishermen and boats Experiment with shutter speeds: freeze boat motion or create silky water Golden hour transforms the striped patterns magically 🚌 Transport: Just 5km from Xiapu town—drive toward Songshan Beiqui Village to the tidal flat parking 🌅 Golden sunset symphony—Dongbi Beach 🌟 Highlights: Low-tide channels glowing gold in sunset Sun rimming waves with golden edges Vibrant orange church against blue skies Fishermen mending nets 🚌 Transport: 25-min bus from Xiapu to Sansha Town (via Xiaohao) 🏞️ Misty banyan fairytale—Yangjiaxi Ancient Village 🌟 Must-shoot: Classic misty banyans with farmers 250-acre maple forest (fiery red in late autumn) Bamboo rafts drifting downstream She ethnic minority cultural scenes 🚌 Transport: 40km from Xiapu (Yacheng Town)—best by private car. Banyan grove requires entry ticket. 🗾 Dancing seaweed S-curves—Shajiang S-bend 🌟 Key shots: Wide-angle for full S-curve Close-ups of oyster-shell threading/net-mending Local festivals: Mazu Festival (lunar 3/23) & Shajiang Stone-Pulling (lunar 8/15) 🚌 Transport: 20km south via County Road 961 🌠 Laver farm symphony—Xiaohao Mudflats 🌟 Magic moments: Natural tidal textures at low tide Silhouetted fishermen at work Shadow patterns on laver racks Seasonal colors: gold, silver, pink 🚌 Transport: Frequent buses from Xiapu Old Station to Sansha (25min via Xiaohao) 🎑 Floating Venice—Dong'an Fish Rafts 🌟 Best angles: Panoramas from Dong'an Island's high point Boat-level shots of raft life Close-ups of raft structures Nighttime raft lights mirroring stars 🚌 Transport: Bus to Xi'nan Town + ferry to Dong'an Island. Hike to viewpoint or rent local boats. 🏞️ Ancient castle by the sea—Dajing Fortress 🌟 Timeless subjects: Dramatic sea-and-wall compositions Daily life in ancient houses Traditional net-mending crafts Architectural details: gates, stone steps, wells Sunrise/sunset silhouettes 🚌 Transport: 40km from Xiapu (Changchun Town)—ideal for road trips with scenic stops.