The Silver Dragon - Qiantang River Tidal Bore
The Silver Dragon is the world's largest tidal bore on the Qiantang River in China, known for its powerful waves and an annual Tide-Watching Festival.

šŸ“œ World's largest tidal bore, a natural phenomenon on the Qiantang River.
🌊 Known as the Silver Dragon, it can reach 30 feet high.

Why Go

🌊 Witness a powerful natural spectacle.
šŸŽ‰ Experience the historic Tide-Watching Festival.
šŸ„ Opportunity for surfing on the unique wave.
šŸ“œ Observe a phenomenon with ancient tide tables.

Why Avoid

āš ļø Can be dangerous; waves sometimes crash violently, especially during typhoons.

Tips

šŸ—“ļø Strongest in the fall, during the 8th month of the Chinese calendar.
🚌 Take K561 bus from Hangzhou to Yanguan tide-watching park.

Hours

šŸ•’ Occurs during spring tide with every full moon.

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