3-Day Dongji Island Tour: Miaozihu Red-and-White Lighthouse, Dongfushan Island Loop Hike & Qingbang Island's Potala Palace on the Sea

A must-visit attraction in Zhoushan, Dongji Island. This 3-day Dongji Island travel guide takes you deep into the island's scenery. Arrive at Miaozihu Island and follow the seaside trail to the red-and-white lighthouse—the filming location for "The Continent" and the island's landmark. In the evening, climb to the top of Caibogong Statue Hill for a panoramic view of the island, and look up at a sky full of stars as night falls. The highlight of day two is a world-class sunrise. Head to the New Century Dawn Observatory on Dongfushan Island at 4 AM to wait for China's first rays of sunlight. The Dongfushan Island loop hike takes you through the Dashuwan stone houses. Continue on to Elephant Trunk Peak and Baiyun Palace. On the last day, head to Qingbang Island, where this "Potala Palace on the Sea" preserves the most authentic fishing village charm. Explore Xiaohai Cave (Children's Cave) and feel the warmth of its history. Three days are short, but enough to make you fall in love with China's easternmost island.