Kenting Beach (Dawan) Introduction
Kenting Beach, with a coastline stretching over a thousand meters, is backed by Dajian Mountain and faces the Bashi Channel. The water is broad and expansive, and its clarity is like a mirror, earning it the nickname "Dawan" (Big Bay). Dawan is close to Kenting Street, which is a major gathering place for crowds, making it a popular water play spot for tourists. The scenery at Kenting Beach does not disappoint expectations; for those who love proximity to the sea, it is impossible to resist the inviting allure of the white sandy beaches and azure waters. Walking barefoot on the beach, the fine sand is soft and comfortable underfoot, and when a wave crashes, it alleviates the heat a bit. Some choose to sunbathe on the beach, letting the sun envelop them, while internally waiting for the refreshing waves to roll in. Jumping directly into the sea for a swim is the most exhilarating; when completely immersed in the seawater, the intense sunshine feels no longer hot. The wave conditions at Kenting Beach are quite good, provoking the excitement of surfers. As waves roll continuously towards the shore, skilled surfers are already poised on the beach, timing their entry into the water with precision. Grasping the perfect moment, they charge into the sea with their surfboards, riding the waves by jumping, rolling, diving, or pushing through the swells, then turning back to ride the waves to the shore. Although this process is quick, it leaves surfers eager for more, playing repeatedly. Some say blue represents melancholy, but the vibrant blue sea before them uplifts visitors' spirits. The seamless meeting of sea and sky may obscure the horizon, yet the crashing white waves bring a joyful mood from both sea and sky; who could remain unmoved by such beauty? Amid the shadows of swaying palm trees on the sand, under shade from large umbrellas or grassy shelters, one can simply lie back on a beach chair in the shadows, enjoying the blue happiness brought by nature. Observing tourists swimming, building sandcastles, surfing, and collecting seashells, every face is adorned with nothing but joyful smiles.
