Tam Do Village, known as the 'village on the sea,' with its swaying houses, is a hidden gem in eastern Fujian, China.
Tam Do Village Floating on the Sea in China
Fujian Province (China) is renowned for its fish and water resources, with most residents primarily engaged in fishing. In this vast watery region lies a village floating on the sea, named 'Tam Do Áo.' This Tam Do village exudes a rich sense of ordinary life and simplicity. Despite swaying on the waves, this place has electricity, internet access, offices, streets, shops, bars, entertainment venues...

These floating homes are constructed using foam floats covered with wooden and steel panels for roofing, creating a cluster of houses swaying on the sea. The local fishermen also establish their own aquaculture facilities surrounding their floating homes. Houses and fish cages are densely packed, almost interconnected, forming a network of floating residential areas on the water surface. From a distance, the village appears remarkably unique and captivating. Residents can also live within these homes.

The houses and aquaculture facilities built by these fishermen vary in size and width. Everything is constructed following the principle of 'there must be enough space between the houses and fish cages for boats to pass through.'


The lifestyle in
Tam Do villageLife in Áo is no different from cities on the mainland. As the fishermen in Tam Do Áo mainly focus on fishing, they wake up early every day to catch more seafood, increasing their income. However, fishing doesn't always guarantee abundant harvests. The fishing season also depends on timing and weather conditions.


Some tourists visit Tam Do village to experience living a few days in this seaside village. They want to witness various marine creatures firsthand and participate in real fishing trips. This has significantly improved the economy of Tam Do Áo since the government implemented tourism promotion policies.
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Posted by: Nhat Ngô
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