Dongqing Bay Introduction
Dongqing Bay is located on the eastern part of Orchid Island and is the largest bay on the island. The entire bay stretches about half a kilometer southward from the front of Dongqing Village and is quite elongated. The term Dongqing Bay usually refers to the natural harbor "Dongqing Harbor" in front of Dongqing Village, surrounded by rocks, where many traditional wooden boats are docked. When visitors come to Dongqing Bay, they often see numerous wooden boats anchored on the shore. As the name suggests, these boats are made by piecing together several pieces of wood rather than carving from a single large piece. At sunrise, it is common to see people waiting for the sun to rise against the backdrop of the azure bay and the wooden boats, along with the ever-changing colors of the sunrise clouds, making it one of the most representative landscapes of Orchid Island. For those wishing to photograph the sunrise, it is advisable to check the sunrise time on the website of the Central Weather Bureau and arrive 30 to 60 minutes early to fully capture the changes in the sky. The traditional wooden boats have a very important place in the culture of the Tao people. Consequently, there are many taboos related to these boats, such as women not being allowed to touch them and outsiders not being permitted to casually touch or photograph them. Although these taboos have gradually loosened with the development of tourism, in recent years, some businesses have opened opportunities for visitors to experience riding the wooden boats. Interested visitors can ask local operators for this experience but should still remember not to touch them without permission. More travel tips for Orchid Island.
