A seven-day festival focusing on marine culture, blue economy, the navy and coastal tourism will kick off in Zhanjiang, a harbor city in the west of Guangdong province, on Sept 29.

As the main organizer, Zhanjiang Tourism Bureau aspires to raise the city's global profile through the event.

Some exciting activities during the week will include the selection of the city's top eight tourist attractions, a gourmet seafood festival and a seascape photography competition.