The Potala Palace on the Sea, A Majestic Maritime Mirage

Dongji Island and Qingbang Island in Dongji Town, Putuo District, Zhoushan City, Zhejiang Province
Rows of houses are stacked on the shore of the dock
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Introduction

The sea buildings in Nanao of Qingbang Island are known as the "Potala Palace" and are a must-see for travelers heading to the easternmost point. Influenced by the architectural style of the Shanghai School, this building is orderly and layered. When viewed from afar, it looks like a fantasy of the Potala Palace in Tibet, and the spectacular landscape is breathtaking. Fishermen thrive on this island and coexist harmoniously with coastal architecture, presenting a peaceful mirage of a sea city.
Address
Dongji Island and Qingbang Island in Dongji Town, Putuo District, Zhoushan City, Zhejiang Province
Opening hours
24 hours
Transportation
You can take bus routes 3, 6, 7, 9, 13, 15, 20, or 29 to Banshengdong Station in Zhoushan and then walk a few minutes to Shenjiamen Banshengdong Pier, where you can take a boat to Miaozihu Island. The boat from Shenjiamen leaves at 8:30 am every day and returns at 11:00 am. The prices for the different cabins are 100 yuan for the lower deck, 130 yuan for the middle deck, and 150 yuan for the upper deck. From Miaozihu Island, you can take a boat to Qingbing Island and Dongfushan Island, with stops at Qingbing Island. To reach Qingbing Island, you can simply walk there after arriving.

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