The three-and-a-half-month fishing moratorium in the South China Sea ended on August 16, heralding the start of a new chapter of fishing season. 

Across Guangdong's coastal regions, a vibrant array of opening ceremonies was held, with bustling ports and a fleet of boats setting sail in unison, as fishermen ventured into the South China Sea in pursuit of the season's freshest catch. 

At midday on August 16, as the fishing moratorium ended, the fishing boats from Zhongshan's Hengmen Fishing Port hoisted their sails and embarked on their journey. At the same time, a distinctive opening festival and water sports event, complemented by a culinary marketplace, commenced in Zhongshan Cuiheng New District (Nanlang Sub-district), vividly presenting the profound charm of the Danjia culture.

Ms Wang, a tourist from Shenzhen, drove with her family to participate in the Hengmen fishing opening event. "I have always heard about the exquisite seafood from Hengmen, and today I finally had the opportunity to taste it," she said. "It was very convenient for us to get here in just over ten minutes after exiting the highway. The cultural atmosphere here is strong, and the children can immerse themselves in the unique Danjia culture."