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Weizhou

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Weizhou (涠洲岛; Wéizhōu Dǎo) is a tiny volcanic island off the Southwest coast of China.

Volcano relics
Volcano relics
Nanwan bay
Nanwan bay

[edit] Understand

National park (admission 50 RMB) covers the whole island, formed by volcanic eruptions about 7000 years ago. It is not heavily touristed - Chinese come here on daily trips, but rarely stay longer. English is not widespread - even by local standards. Bring cash supplies with you - the only ATM on the island (in Nanwan) will not accept foreign cards.

[edit] Get in

Ferries to Weizhou depart every morning from Beihai.

[edit] Get around

The island has an impressive fleet of tricicles (5-15RMB per trip).

[edit][add listing] See

  • volcanic park (landscapes are not particularly dramatic)
  • French neogothic church in Shèngtáng
  • coral reef

[edit][add listing] Do

Relax. Weizhou offers some of the best (and emptiest) beaches in China.

[edit][add listing] Buy

[edit][add listing] Eat

There is a great seafood market in the Nanwan bay. Smaller eateries are scattered all over the island.

[edit][add listing] Drink

[edit][add listing] Sleep

Piggy Bar - nice hostel located under the picturesque cliffs of Nanwan bay. Dorm 40 RMB, air-con double 160 RMB. Free WiFi.

[edit] Get out

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