Shenquan Fishing Port, a historic foreign-trade hub in southern Huilai County, anchors eastern Guangdong's largest natural harbor with fishing vessels exceeding 600. This maritime gateway thrives within Huilai's 115.45-km coastline and 1,328.6-km² waters, yielding premium catches like white pomfret, mackerel, yellow croaker, squid, shrimp, and crab. Predawn voyages ensure seafood reaches tables at peak freshness, often within hours of landing. On opening day, the port's Mazu Temple resounds with prayers, families burn incense and offer tributes, seeking the sea goddess's protection for their fisherfolk's safety and bounty. 

Shenquan Fishing Port is located in south Huiyang county and was historically a renowned port for foreign trade. It's the largest natural port in eastern Guangdong, with currently no less than 600 ocean fishing vessels moored. The coastline of Huilai County spans 111.53 kilometers, with a maritime area of 1,328.6 square kilometers. It boasts white pomfret, mackerel, yellow croaker, squid, shrimp, and crab. Fishmen always return with a boatload of seafood, which reach people's tables remaining fresh. On the first day of the fishing season, the Mazu Temple nearby is bustling with activity, as many fishermen's families bring offerings and incense to pray for harvest and safety of their loved ones at sea.

Location: Shenquan Fishing Port, County Road 149, Huilai County, Jieyang City

fishing season opening ceremony