From the banks of the Qiantang River, the incoming tide first appears as a thin white line in the distance. As it moves upstream, the line becomes a broad crest of foaming water, and a distant rumble builds into a roar. The surge passes, leaving swirling currents in its wake.

Join CGTN at several well-known tide-watching spots in east China's Zhejiang Province for views of the 2026 tidal bore. From the first glimpse to the passing waves, each location offers a different perspective on this autumn spectacle.