Hailian Dragon Gate Introduction
The natural wonders shaped by nature resemble a flying dragon. On the eastern coast near Fenghukou at the north side of Dongyin, beneath the path next to the gas station, the coastal granite rock formations have been sculpted over the years by strong winds and giant waves, creating various marine erosion landscapes. In just a few kilometers of coastline, one can see features such as sea caves, sea arches, sea pillars, and sea grooves. With its sheer cliffs and expansive views, it serves as an excellent geological classroom. Located on the inner side of Yuanyuanao, the Haixianlongque is a unique sea arch formation about ten feet wide. During foggy seasons, high tides, or rough waves, the waves crash dramatically, making the dark rocks appear and disappear amidst the foam, resembling a dragon playing in the sea, hence the name "潜龍鬧海" (Hidden Dragon Roaring in the Sea). During calm days or low tide, clear shallow waters can be seen through the arch, revealing the richly patterned rock layers, which gives rise to the name "海現龍闕" (Sea Revealing Dragon's Gateway). When visiting, in addition to appreciating the unique marine erosion landscapes, it is encouraged to let your imagination run wild, as the dragon on the sea immediately comes to mind! Note: Haixianlongque is located near a military base, and visitors are reminded not to get too close to the military camp and to avoid capturing the camp in photographs. Recommended Viewing Locations: To see the dragon's silhouette, visitors are suggested to stand at Fenghukou and look down towards Yuanyuanao to observe the northern coastlines of Dongyin and Xiyin. The back bay of Xiyin Island represents the dragon's head, the northern Guting Reef at the end of the rocks represents the dragon's pearl, while the large and small reefs scattered in the sea between the back bay and the northern bay represent the dragon's body. The reefs near the "海現龍闕" (Sea Revealing Dragon's Gateway) represent the dragon's tail.
