Panjin 盘锦市 — Red Seabeach — World's Largest Reed Marsh
Panjin is home to the Red Seabeach (红海滩), the world's largest wetland of suaeda (red glasswort), a plant that turns vivid crimson in autumn, creating a surreal red landscape stretching to the horizon.
The area's 100,000+ hectares of reed marshes also serve as an important bird habitat, particularly for the endangered red-crowned crane and Saunders's gull.
Panjin's Liaohe Oilfield is one of China's largest, and the industrial landscape contrasts strikingly with the natural beauty.
The world's largest suaeda (red glasswort) wetland, covering over 20 km of coastline. From September to October, the plants turn a brilliant crimson red, creating one of China's most photogenic natural landscapes. Boardwalks wind through the red marshes, and wooden viewing platforms offer panoramic photos. The sight of endless red stretching to the sea horizon is unforgettable.
Hours: 8:00–17:00
Admission: ¥110 (peak season)
Over 100,000 hectares of reed marshes provide habitat for over 260 bird species. Boat tours through the 'reed sea' are available, and bird watching platforms offer views of red-crowned cranes, Saunders's gulls, and thousands of migratory waterfowl. Best visited in early morning.
Hours: 8:00–17:00
Admission: ¥60 (boat tour)