Yuantuojiao Cape
圆陀角
The easternmost point on the north bank of the Yangtze estuary, known as the place where the first sunlight meets the river and sea, and the best spot to watch the sunrise and the dividing line between river and ocean waters.
Yuantuojiao Cape sits at the southeastern tip of Qidong City, where the Yangtze River meets the Yellow Sea and the East China Sea. It is one of the first places on mainland Jiangsu to catch the sunrise, earning it the nickname 'the first ray of sunlight where river meets sea.' The scenic area has a sunrise viewing platform, a monument marking the meeting of river and sea, a golden beach, and a coastal walkway. On clear days you can see the line where the river water and sea water change color. Public areas of the resort are free, while some attractions charge admission. It is about 100 km from downtown Nantong, roughly 1.5 hours by car. To see the sunrise, plan to stay overnight in Qidong the night before.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Lüsi Fishing Port
- Yudong Ancient Town
- Changle Town (Zhang Jian's Hometown)
- Zilang Lake & Nantong Grand Theatre
- Seyuan Garden (Tomb of Zhang Jian)
- Junshan Hill
- Langshan Hill (Wolf Hill)
- Huangni & Ma'an Hills Riverside