Tianchengtai Resort

　　Located at Wushi Port in Zhanjiang City, Guangdong Province, it lies to the north of Caomao Ridge and faces Dongtu Mountain to the south, spanning an area of over 200 acres. Covered in lush greenery, pavilions and cottages are connected by winding paths, while exotic flowers and plants complement the buildings. Though man-made, it looks completely natural.

　　　The AAA-rated Tianchengtai Resort is situated on Beiquan Beach to the right of the port entrance at Wushi Port, covering a total area of over 600 acres, with a coastal sandy beach stretching over 70 kilometers. The beach has a thick layer of soft, moderately sized, pure white sand, acclaimed by experts as world-class. The resort faces the Beibu Gulf with clean waters, calm waves, no undercurrents, and no sharks. The seawater temperature remains stable year-round between 20°C and 29°C, making it suitable for swimming all year. The resort is enveloped in coconut breezes and the charm of the sea, with an elegant environment, pleasant climate, and the sounds of birds and fragrant flowers in all four seasons. Its green coverage exceeds 90%. Abundant underground hot springs with rich minerals such as sulfides and calcium compounds, averaging 45°C in temperature, offer significant therapeutic benefits for various skin conditions and arthritis. The nearby seabed teems with colorful coral reefs, and the port area features distinctive fishing village culture, authentic seafood delicacies from the West Sea and South Sea—including live seafood, dried fish and shrimp, abalone, and squid—as well as high-quality marine aquaculture farms and pearl processing plants. These are all unique advantages of the resort. The beautiful tropical scenery, enchanting seaside beaches, and delightful holiday ambiance have earned it praise from tourists at home and abroad as the “Penglai Island by the Beibu Gulf, Tianchengtai with Coconut Breezes and Sea Views.”

　　Details

　　　　The main gate of Tianchengtai Resort features 16 relief carvings on its front and back pillars depicting fishing village life, flanked by the twelve zodiac animal patterns, and topped with a large silver-white stainless steel sphere. The gate header is supported by two rows of thick steel bars resembling bowls, giving it a solemn and rustic appearance. The large characters “Tianchengtai Resort,” inscribed by calligrapher Shen Peng, are engraved on the right wall of the gate, shining brilliantly and leaving a lasting impression.
　　

　　 Upon entering the resort, you’ll find the Seaview Pavilion, with small bridges, flowing water, and a clear pond reflecting fish shadows and ripples. Starting from the artificial cave made of cloud-patterned rocks, climb the steps to reach the pavilion for a view of the sea. Nearby is the Joyful Garden, filled with green, yellow, and white seedlings exuding a fragrant aroma. Hibiscus, orchids, chrysanthemums, canna lilies, night-blooming cereus, and gardenias compete in a riot of color. Walking along the avenue shaded by kapok, palm, and windmill palms leads to the Carefree Pavilion. This pavilion has a wooden board foundation, with railings and frames entirely made of wood and bamboo, and a thatched roof covering an area of 12 square meters. Eight modern black-and-white prints with strong artistic designs hang on its walls. Here, you can sip tea, listen to the waves, drink to your heart’s content, sing wildly, and enjoy a carefree pleasure. Adjacent to the Carefree Pavilion is a small bamboo house that showcases the charm of southwestern China. Leizhou snacks are gathered in the food street at the corner of the building, and the newly built fishing sentry offers a full taste of seaside fun. The Mandarin Duck Pavilion stands about 15 meters tall, built with a wooden and bamboo frame, and covered with thin grass shaped like a mushroom. Climb the 12 wooden steps to the square platform, where the two pavilions are connected by an arched bridge, as if crossing a magpie bridge. Lean on the railing, open your heart, and enjoy the coconut breezes and sea views—it’s endlessly delightful. To the south, a path flanked by oleander and Japanese red pine leads past the “Tiger” stone to the interesting Fengpo (Phoenix Slope). On Fengpo stands the Phoenix Stone, awaiting its mate. The paths in the resort diverge in a “人” shape, interlocking in circles like a maze. At the center of the resort is the Golden Fruit Garden, with ripe lychees, green melons, pink peaches, and yellow pomegranates.
　　

　　 To access the resort by water, take a motorboat from Wushi Port, pass through the sheltered harbor, and board the resort at Pier No. 1. The entrance is the Spring Welcoming Gate. Cross the archway, and a winding path lined with firecracker flowers and night-blooming cereus leads all the way to the Botanical Garden. Unlike the Golden Fruit Garden, the Botanical Garden is rectangular, wrapping around the resort like a ribbon. It is home to majestic windmill palms and willows, as well as magnolia, Bauhinia, morning glories, mimosa, poinsettia, evergreen, Brazilian iron trees, and tropical metasequoia—all rare and exotic plants and trees.

　　Development Prospects

　　　　The first phase of the resort covers an area of over 200 acres, with over 50 million yuan invested to date. It includes a 2,500-meter-long inner harbor breakwater, 14 luxury villas, 85 guest rooms with a total of 170 beds, a multifunctional banquet hall that can accommodate over 300 people, an electronic entertainment city, hot spring baths, karaoke rooms, a beauty center, an ice-skating rink, a Seaview Pavilion, and a uniquely designed grass-and-wood structure dance hall. The construction of the resort has taken initial shape, with complete infrastructure including water supply, electricity, communication (telephone, fax, broadband internet), sewage disposal, and transportation.

　　Best Time to Visit

　　 Zhanjiang is located south of the Tropic of Cancer and has a subtropical climate regulated by marine influences. Winters are not severe, summers not extremely hot, the hot season is long, the cold season is short, and temperature differences are moderate. The annual average temperature is 23.2°C, with July being the hottest and January the coolest. The best times to visit are spring and autumn.

　　Transportation and Access

　　 There are no direct public buses to the resort within the city, but you can hire a car. If arriving by water, simply take a motorboat from Wushi Port—arrival takes just three to five minutes.