Pingtan village wins tourism award

Beigang village in Pingtan stood out recently among 181 candidates, and won an award for its creative tourist industry.

The award, issued by the Fujian Provincial Bureau of Tourism, is designed to recognize the originality, uniqueness, and creativity of tourist products in the province. There are a total of 30 products on the list.

A panoramic view of Beigang village in Pingtan, Fujian province. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Located near Junshan Mountain, Beigang village, formerly a rustic fishing village has been transformed into a hub for creative culture in Pingtan.

Some stone houses built during the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) have been renovated into unique homestays integrating cultural elements from Taiwan, drawing in a raft of visitors each year.