Cijin Beach Introduction
Qijin Beach is a must-visit spot in Qijin, located on Miaoqian Road, adjacent to Qijin Coastal Park. With its curved coastline stretching several kilometers, fine soft sand, and clear seawater, it is open year-round (except in unfavorable weather conditions), consistently attracting a large number of swimmers. This area draws many surfers and parasailing enthusiasts looking for the thrill that the seaside provides. On sunny summer days, walking on the soft sands of Qijin and dipping into the clear waters offers a respite from the heat. In addition to swimming, visitors can enjoy coastal scenic walkways, natural ecology zones, and off-road areas, making it a popular destination for relaxation and sunset viewing even in off-seasons when swimming is not allowed. With the ocean, beach, and palm trees swaying in the wind, it feels like being on a foreign beach, with boats and cargo ships passing by in the distance, providing a wide vista that also allows for a view of Qihou Mountain. At dusk, the setting sun casts a warm glow, and colorful clouds paint the sky, as shimmering waves crash onto the shore, creating romantic moments for couples and joyful times for families. Entry to Qijin Beach is free, and it is equipped with lifeguard services, shower facilities, and public restrooms. Visitors are advised to swim only in designated safe areas and to be cautious of their safety. The "Qijin Black Sand Play Festival" is the highlight of Qijin Beach, held annually since 2015 with different themes, featuring exciting musical performances, beach volleyball competitions, and various street performers, attracting nearly a million visitors each year and successfully branding Qijin's local events and tourism. The Harvest Plaza – "Wind Harvest, Abundant Harvest" features the Harvest Goddess, an installation art piece created by shape artist Liang Renhong, renowned for large dynamic art creations. The sculpture, made from stainless steel with painted finishes, stands 9 meters tall and 7 meters wide, including two polished stainless steel scales that rotate 360 degrees with a natural venting bearing, depicting the image of the ocean goddess waving her arms. Liang Renhong’s creative concept demonstrates the goddess gathering the strong winds, akin to fishermen cheering at their bountiful catch. In the energy of the sea and wind, the red landmark of the electronic map is positioned at Qijin, revealing it as a destination of dreams and the starting point for future abundant harvests.
