Snowfall transforms Shandong fishing villages into winter marvels, attracting tourists

Recent snowfall has adorned the fishing villages in Rongcheng, a county-level city of Weihai, Shandong province, attracting tourists to marvel at the beautiful winter scenery. The area is one of the important habitats for swans in China.

In the county, tourists enjoy the spectacle of swans and savor the local fishing village ambiance. Seagrass cottages have become a unique accommodation option, allowing tourists to immerse themselves in the lifestyle of fishermen.

To enhance the tourist experience, Rongcheng has improved tourism facilities, offering a comfortable environment for leisure travel. Tourism development has driven rural revitalization, bringing economic growth and employment opportunities to the county, said the county government.