Yuanbei Islet Introduction
Yuanbei Islet is located to the east of Qitou Village in Baisha Township and southwest of Niao Islet, near Pengpeng Beach. Its name derives from its shape resembling a shell covering the water’s surface, and it boasts beautiful and unique scenery. The northern coast is characterized by well-developed basalt columns, with notable formations like the Stone Pen, Stone Inkstone, Unwritten Book, and Graphite; the northeastern coastal cliffs are adorned with cylindrical basalt formations that slope narrower at the top and wider at the bottom like a pleated skirt, featuring many folds and significant aesthetic value. The “Writing Tools and Pleated Skirt” of Yuanbei Islet are not only famous landscapes but have also been designated as a basalt natural reserve. The small hills behind the village of Yuanbei Islet offer excellent viewpoints to appreciate the stunning landscape, particularly along the northwest coast where the basalt wonders can be observed, making it a must-visit spot. During low tide, the seabed, composed of coral reefs between Yuanbei Islet and Huxi Shagang, becomes exposed; historically, it served as the external communication route for the early inhabitants of Yuanbei Islet, holding considerable marine and cultural significance. Along the way, the intertidal ecology and the diverse sceneries of coral reefs have always been popular routes for intertidal ecological tours. Player's Tips: Enjoy the intertidal zone; the East China Sea is currently in vogue. On the offshore platform outside Yuanbei Harbor, squid and mackerel can be seen swarming in box nets. In the intertidal zone of Niao Islet, pufferfish frolic with sea urchins and clownfish, while at low tide, one can walk along the ancient path toward distant islands. The ancestors conquered the sea route and life with frog goggles and rubber shoes, creating a celebration of vitality and human culture. After a century of dormancy in the East China Sea, with the rise of intertidal zones and recreational fishing activities, it has led to a joyful influx of tourists, making East China Sea tourism increasingly appealing.
Yuanbei Isle Village
Yuanbei Islet
