Kongtong Island boasts unique coastal views
Updated : 2020-07-02
Kongtong Island, located in Zhifu district, Yantai, eastern Shandong province, is a natural islet with great coastal views featuring pinks shells and a colorful stone beach. As the nearest island to downtown Yantai, it is a great destination for locals looking to escape the summer heat.
Tips
Admission price: free
Round trip ticket by boat: 148 yuan ($20.95) per person
Where to board boat: Yantai Tourism World, Zhifu district, Yantai
Departure time: 9: 30
Return time: 13:30
Number for booking boat tickets: +86-15615083282
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A bird's-eye view of Kongtong Island, Zhifu district, Yantai, Shandong province [Photo/WeChat account: sdta12301] |
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As the nearest island to downtown Yantai, it is a great destination for locals looking to escape the summer heat. [Photo/WeChat account: sdta12301] |
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Pink shells blanket the beach on Kongtong Island. [Photo/WeChat account: sdta12301] |
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A lighthouse with a history of more than 100 years on Kongtong Island [Photo/WeChat account: sdta12301] |
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Kongtong Island during sunset [Photo/WeChat account: sdta12301] |
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Seaweed houses are unique to Kongtong Island. They are so named because their roofs are made of seaweed. [Photo/WeChat account: sdta12301] |
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