Beidaihe Specialties:

1. Qinhuangdao Shell Sculpture

Qinhuangdao Shell Sculpture is a new star in the arts and crafts of Hebei Province. It not only shows the characteristics of art, but also displays Show superb relief art techniques. The people of Qinhuangdao carefully selected the natural shell resources on the local beaches. According to their different colors, natural textures and shapes, they adopted the composition method of Chinese painting and absorbed the characteristics of ivory carving, wood carving, stone carving and other crafts to form their own unique style of shell carving. The works are diverse and full of fun. They are all kinds of relief sculptures that are lifelike and have the characteristics of natural beauty. On the screen, there are many mountains, ancient cypresses and pines, flowing clouds and flowing water, fairy pavilions and Qiongtai, etc. The shell sculptures are simple and vigorous, natural, free and poetic.

2. Beidaihe shredded squid

Beidaihe is close to the Bohai Bay. Its specialty products are mainly seafood, and squid is one of them. Grilled squid shops and stalls can be seen everywhere in Beidaihe. This can be regarded as a major feature of Beidaihe. Some are grilled and eaten freshly, and some are packed into bags. Squid, also known as "soft fish", can be eaten fresh or dried. The nutritional value of squid is extremely high, with a protein content of 16% to 20% and an extremely low fat content of less than 1%, so it is also low in calories. For people who are afraid of obesity, eating squid is a good choice. The fat of squid contains a large amount of highly unsaturated fatty acids such as EPA and DHA, as well as the high amount of taurine contained in the meat, which can effectively reduce the accumulation of cholesterol in the blood vessel walls, and is useful for preventing arteriosclerosis and gallstones. Formation is quite effective. At the same time, it can replenish brain power and prevent Alzheimer's disease.

3. Beidaihe crab

Crab: It is the main seafood on the seashore. There are many types, especially swimming crab, which is characterized by its large size, long and flat body, and light cyan color. It is also known locally as "big sea crab". In spring, female crabs are fatter; in autumn, especially late autumn, sea crabs are larger and fatter, and can weigh up to about one pound. Sea crab has a high protein content and is a delicious food suitable for all ages. There are many ways to process and eat it. Usually, it is steamed with water and can be eaten. Cooked crabs should not be stored for a long time; one day is appropriate. If you want to eat them again, just steam them and add a little vinegar, minced garlic, and minced ginger to enhance the flavor, which will make them more palatable.

4. Qinhuangdao scallops

"Dried scallops": Use wild clams from deep sea areas, peel them raw and boil them in salt water, then air-dry them in a sunny place and put them in a sealed container. After drying and shrinking, it can be eaten after half a year