Dongshan National Seaside Forest Park

　　Fujian Province's Dongshan National Seaside Forest Park was designated in July 1992 by the former Ministry of Forestry. It is composed of Chishan Forest Farm, Xishan Rock, and Damao Mountain, covering an area of 80,000 mu, with a forest coverage rate of 96%. The seaside forest park borders the ocean and is concentrated around Wujiao Bay. To the southwest lies a stretch of sea dotted with four islets known as Dragon, Tiger, Lion, and Elephant. The forest area has nearly 10,000 mu of protective forests, including casuarina, slash pine, and masson pine, as well as fruit trees such as lychee, longan, mango, and citrus. Here, the blue sky, emerald sea, white sands, and green woods form a stunning seascape painting, making it the renowned “Green Oasis of the East China Sea.”

　　Standing atop the forest observation tower at Chishan Forest Farm, all you can see is green. Dense shelterbelts crisscross like a web, while the protective forest belts stand like a green Great Wall, proudly guarding the coastline, blocking wind and sand to protect the farmland. Shifting your gaze to the fertile fields, the asparagus gardens are lush and charming; the roads are shaded by green trees. Nestled among the green hills and clear waters, the red-tiled and white-walled houses and villages are neatly lined up, adding extra charm to the national forest park. Then there’s the Wujiao Bay, stretching for dozens of kilometers—it is one of China’s top-tier tourist beaches and meets the standards for developing international seaside tourism. With its long, gently sloping shoreline, flat terrain, soft and fine white sand, calm waters, and incredibly clear azure sea, the waves roll in and recede layer upon layer, their crests glistening golden, tempting you to take off your shoes, run barefoot onto the beach, hold hands with the casuarina trees, take photos with fishing boats, embrace the waves, or chase the sea breeze. Leisurely and carefree, life returns to nature. Golden Beach and Silver Beach can be called the finest beaches in the strait. As China’s longest tourist beach, Wujiao Bay attracts thousands of visitors each year who come to play in the water, enjoy the waves, and revel in the beauty of nature.

　　Dongshan National Seaside Forest Park is a paradise for tourists. Every year, domestic and international visitors flock here to admire the natural scenery, enjoy forest bathing, go camping, hiking, exploring, fishing, photography, scientific research, and collect biological specimens. It has been designated as a summer camp base for primary and secondary school students in Fujian Province. The theme of humanity in the 21st century will be “ecological wellness.” Returning to the forest and reconnecting with nature has become a new trend for humankind. With its unique charm, Dongshan National Seaside Forest Park has become a top choice for travelers seeking vacation and leisure.

　　Dongshan National Seaside Forest Park