Top 10 Must-Visit Spots in Songlan Mountain

Walking along the most beautiful coastline at 30°N -- The 13.14-kilometer coastal walking trail connects the entire mountain and sea. Hike from East Beach to Reef Cafe, then to Taiji Bay Beach, Mituo Temple, Youth and Sea Campsite, and Asian Sailing Lighthouse. Enjoy the seaside scenery all along the way, with endless photo opportunities.

During the day, experience sailing, cycling along the coastline, beach activities, and photo tours. At night, take a stroll on the boardwalk, enjoy outdoor bonfire barbecues, beach camping, and coffee by day, wine by night. On weekends, you can experience music parties.

Songlan Mountain, a place you'll want to visit again and again!

The Asian Sailing Lighthouse is an iconic check-in spot in Songlan Mountain. It is the only marine competition venue for the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou. The green lighthouse, shaped like a plum blossom, stands between the sea and the land, with white sails anchored nearby, echoing the red lighthouse in the distance. The Syrian poet Adonis said, "My love is a lighthouse of verdant color." Strolling along the 999-meter piano dam, on one side is the sea, on the other side is life. Key check-in words: green lighthouse, 999-meter piano dam, Blue Tears Island. It is recommended to visit during sunset or at dawn.

Daydream Path is located right next to the entrance of the Asian Sailing Center, where there is a seawater tide observation point connected to the coast by a pier. A serene rest pavilion is set up on the bridge. Amidst the sea fog, coastline, sporadic vegetation, and beneath the pier, it feels like stepping into a daydream, showcasing the allure of a beautiful seascape. Come to "Daydream Path" to sell blue happiness, because you said the sea is deep blue, just like the dream in your heart.

Youth and Sea Camp is located near the right fork leading to the Asian Sailing Center. Drive in and go down the slope, and you'll see Youth and Sea Camp. Tents and space capsules are set up along the mountain and by the sea. The camp is equipped with private rooms, booths, bonfires, outdoor projections, and various other facilities. Watch the sunrise, enjoy the sunset, and marvel at the Asian Sailing Blue Tears Island and the infinite starry sky right in front of you. You can also take photos with the lighthouse and sailboats, making it a perfect photo-taking spot. Netizen reviews: My favorite seaside treasure camp. The ultimate glamping and barbecue experience. Space capsules/camping: Unbeatable ocean-view rooms where you can see the sea and lighthouse as soon as you open the door. The tech-savvy space capsules feature fully automatic curtains, allowing you to watch the sea sunrise from your room. Sea BBQ: Experience the charm of camping with a DIY dinner cooked over a fire, and enjoy the joy of camping with family and friends. Bonfire party: With a canopy and outdoor projection, everything you need is provided. When the bonfire by the fire pit is lit, cheer and dance together, and enjoy the carnival of a seaside night.

Looking to experience N kinds of new ways to play amidst the mountains and the sea? Songlanshan Coastal Fashion Basketball Court is the perfect place to go. A clever fusion of multiple colors, it's lively, bright, and full of vitality, like a masterpiece of color created by God accidentally tipping over his palette. Here, you can indulge in a wild "show-off" performance. The venue is open for free, and basketballs are available for self-service rental.

On the way to Reef Cafe from the West Wing Glass Walkway, you'll pass through a pine forest and find two small paths, both leading to the cafe. If you take the right path, you'll encounter the transparent glass walkway, viewing platform, and seaside suspension bridge, cleverly connected and spanning in a circular loop between the sea and sky. Along the way, there's a Coastal Post Office where you can mail postcards and purchase cultural and creative products. Don't miss the opportunity for travel photography and check-ins! Glass Walkway: It's said to be the closest place to the sea in Songlanshan. Seaside Suspension Bridge: The bridge is adorned with red wishing ribbons, exuding a romantic atmosphere. Friendly reminder: The glass walkway is closed in the evenings and during rainy weather.

Reef Cafe, a pure white cottage built on seaside rocks, is a coffee shop that has "grown" on the reef. With the sea and sky blending into one, and the blue sky and white base, it resembles the Santorini style of the Aegean Sea in Greece. Watch the sunrise and sunset over the sea, and enjoy the changing scenery with different light and colors. Photo-op spots: 1. The architectural lines are simple, and the escalator curves are elegant, you get it! 2. The indoor floor-to-ceiling windows and high stools make for great photos! 3. The second-floor railing area and the rocking chair invite you to lounge like Ge You (a famous Chinese actor known for his laid-back style). Signature drink: Order two "Glacier Americanos" and take a sip of the sea! Or try a refreshing lemon juice served in a light green cup for a tropical vibe. If you're a coffee lover or looking for a quiet seaside corner, this cafe is worth a try! Grab your photo buddy and let's go!

The coastal walking and cycling path is flanked by red and blue bike lanes on both sides of the coastal road. Viewed from the air, it resembles a winding, undulating ribbon weaving through the mountains and the sea. The "Red Ribbon on the Sea" stretches 3.1 kilometers long, with red as its main color theme, and winds its way along the coastal reef beach in the form of a boardwalk. It's a pathway where you can capture the blue sky, the sea, the beach, and the mountain scenery all at once – it's both a view and a painting.

East Beach Sailing Shadow (Dong Shatan Fanying) is a comprehensive leisure and sports base that integrates coastal bathing, recreation and entertainment, sports and fitness, and natural scenery. Not only does it offer a variety of water entertainment activities, but the most anticipated event every day is watching the professional sailing teams from all over the country as they set sail for training, creating a spectacular scene.

Turn right at Baisha Bay Beach to enter the mountains, where the foothills are dotted with clusters of black-tiled and yellow-walled buildings. The千年古刹 (Mituo Jingsi), an ancient Buddhist temple dating back to the Song Wen Emperor's reign during the Southern and Northern Dynasties, faces the sea to the east, with Buddhist chants wafting in the air. The legend of Zhao Wuniang in the East Courtyard is listed in the "Zhejiang Provincial Intangible Cultural Heritage List." Inside the temple, there is the Lanyuan Teahouse, the Mituo Cultural and Creative Museum, and the Yixi Budong Coffee Shop. In the afternoon, amidst the exquisite ancient scenery of the Buddhist temple walls, enjoy a cup of tea, a scroll of sutras, the sound of a drum, and a melody of Buddhist music. Even amidst the morning bells and evening drums, one can sense the profound Zen wisdom permeating the atmosphere.

The sea at Songlanshan Hydrological Station faces east, making it an ideal spot for watching the sunrise. Although the entire coastline offers great views, the hydrological observatory is the top recommendation. There stands a tower with a whimsical, childlike charm, attracting tourists to gather and await the sunrise by the sea. As the sun rises majestically from behind the tower, its golden-orange light illuminates the lighthouse, spreading out in layers. The beauty is inexhaustible and must be seen with one's own eyes.