Zhoushan, the archipelagic city located in East China’s Zhejiang Province, is an archipelagic city living by the sea and prospering by the sea. The marine nature is a born nature of Zhoushan and as such, Zhoushan has embodied a special meaning in its endeavour of becoming a global marine hub. 

Zhoushan's fine reputation makes local people say, "Once you have visited Zhoushan, you will never again feel the need to visit another island". Zhoushan is China’s largest archipelago, which is made up of around 400 islands. The archipelago's Putuo Mountain has been known since antiquity as the "Ocean Kingdom of Buddhism" and the "Holy Land of the South China Sea". It is one of Chinese Buddhism's Four Great Mountains. Of course, if you come here in the Autumn, you can also taste all kinds of affordable and delicious seafood.

Putuo Mountain Scenic Area (Photo/Trip.com)

Autumn is the best time to enjoy crabs during the year. Among the various crabs, swimming crabs are a favourite among Zhoushan natives. Salt-baked crabs, braised crabs, scallion oil crabs, and stir-fried rice cake with crabs are commonly seen on dining tables across the city. 

Braised hairtail. (Photo/WeChat account: zsqdly)

From September 7 to 9 this autumn, the “in Zhoushan, Islands Connect The World” 2022 Archipelago Zhoushan Global Communication Event will be held in Zhoushan, inviting the global audience to attend the event online with the hashtag #MeetZhoushan!

If you are a big fan of coastal cities and love travelling, you are invited to post your beautiful moments with the hashtag #MeetZhoushan and share the beauty of Zhoushan with the global audience!  

Editor: Ye Ke