Sunlight Rock is formed by two massive boulders, one vertical and one horizontal, leaning against each other. It stands as the highest peak of Gulangyu Island and is one of the island’s scenic overlooks. From this vantage point, one can take in the panoramic views of the city of Xiamen, the entirety of Gulangyu Island, and the vast sea, including the islands of Dadan and Erdan. Located in the southern part of Gulangyu Island in Xiamen, it is commonly known as ‘Yan Zai Mountain’ and is also called ‘Huang Rock’.
It is said that in 1641, Zheng Chenggong visited Huang Rock and, impressed by the scenery surpassing that of Japan’s Nikko Mountain, he split the character ‘huang’ and named it ‘Sunlight Rock’. The top of the rock is surrounded by a railing, forming a small viewing platform. It is important to note that during peak season, the platform can become very crowded due to its small size. Therefore, if time permits, it is advisable to visit in the evening when there are fewer tourists and the scenery is uniquely beautiful. Within the Sunlight Rock scenic area, there is a small attraction called Sunlight Rock Temple, which interested visitors can conveniently visit. Opening hours are from June 1st to September 30th, 08:00-18:00; and from October 1st to May 31st, 08:00-17:30.Preferential policies for children/students: Half-price tickets are offered to young people (including those from Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, etc.) aged between 6 years old (inclusive) and 18 years old (exclusive), as well as full-time university undergraduate and below students. When purchasing tickets, young people must present valid identification documents such as resident ID cards and student cards.
Young people visiting from Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan must show valid identification documents like the ‘Hong Kong and Macau Residents Traveling to Mainland Pass’, ‘Taiwan Residents Traveling to Mainland Pass’, and student cards. Half-price for seniors: Seniors aged 60 (inclusive) to 65 (exclusive) can enjoy half-price tickets with valid identification; those aged 65 (inclusive) and above enter for free. Free for the disabled: Those holding a ‘Disability Certificate’ or ‘Disabled Soldier Certificate’ enter for free. Free for military personnel and martyr’s dependents: Active and retired Chinese military personnel enter with valid identification, and dependents of martyrs, those who have died in service, and their dependents enter with the ‘People’s Republic of China Martyr, Service-related Death, and Illness-related Death Dependent Preference Certificate’. Free for children: Children under 6 years old (exclusive) or under 1.2 meters (inclusive) in height enter for free. Half-price for active military family members: Active military family members can enjoy half-price tickets with valid identification.
Service facilities: There are multiple restrooms located within the scenic area, near the Water Manipulation Platform site and Zheng Chenggong Memorial Hall, all clearly marked with prominent signs. Designated smoking areas are also provided within the scenic area; for details, please inquire with staff.
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