Xisha Island, the shining pearl of the South China Sea
By Globaltimes.cn, Published: 2016-04-15 19:11:51
Marching on the breakwater
Editor's Note:
On the distant southern frontier of China, a group of navy sailors live on Xisha Island. Amid beautiful natural scenery and fresh air, the stationed military and residents develop the island together.

Drilling on the coast
Training with team members
Out on patrol
Quietly looking at the sea
The words on the beach say, “LONG LIVE THE MOTHERLAND.”
Shooting practice
Training in the evening
Two soldiers on guard in sunset
A warship stands guard
This lighthouse flashes in the dark.
Time lapse photo shows the stars crossing the sky