Tropical Hainan is famous for its magnificent beaches, picturesque coral reefs and year-round sunny weather. The island is covered with natural and landscape parks that create a unique ecosystem and harmonious atmosphere for people seeking unity with nature.
The beaches of the island can be called exemplary in terms of cleanliness, livability and beauty of the surrounding landscapes. And all this splendor is offered for quite adequate money. It is not for nothing that the nickname "Eastern Hawaii" has stuck to the island.
Holidays on the island of Hainan are popular among the inhabitants of the Middle Kingdom themselves. The rich cultural heritage of the past has been preserved here. Once upon a time, during the imperial dynasty, noble nobles were exiled to the island, who for some reason did not please the ruler.
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The most interesting and beautiful places for walking. Photos and a short description.
Nanshan Buddhism Center
One of the largest Buddhist complexes in Asia, covering a vast area of 50 km². It consists of the imposing Guanyin Temple with a 108-meter statue of the Goddess of Mercy on the roof and a landscape park designed in accordance with the classical Feng Shui traditions. The complex is located about 40 km from the resort town of Sanya. It is located at the foot of Mount Nanshan.
Phoenix island
An artificial island created from discrete coral reefs and small land areas located off the coastline of Hainan (near the port of Sanya). Several futuristic skyscrapers are built on it, where five-star hotels are located, as well as luxurious private villas, famous brand stores, a yacht club, a sports complex, an amusement park and a beach. The Phoenix and Hainan Islands are connected by a 390-meter bridge.
Li and Miao Ethnographic Village
Open-air museum dedicated to the culture of the indigenous peoples of the island of Hainan - Li and Miao. It is a vast park area with traditional buildings typical for these ethnographic groups. The villagers are skillful actors who perform folklore performances for tourists and demonstrate dexterous skills. The improvised settlement is located 30 km from Sanya.
Hainan Museum
The extensive museum exposition consists of valuable pieces of art belonging to different eras. It houses collections of Chinese porcelain, paintings, weapons, Chinese silk clothing, jade products, precious metals and sculpture. The age of individual exhibits reaches several thousand years. In a separate room, you can see a unique collection of paintings made on silk fabric and ancient calligraphic scrolls.
Yalong Bay
One of the bays of the South China Sea, about 30 km away from Sanya. The name of the place is translated from Chinese as "dragon shore". On the picturesque coast of Yalong, the best hotels in Hainan are located, which are surrounded by forests, mountains, white beaches and magnificent tropical gardens. The bay is considered the most prestigious resort on the entire island. Locals usually call the bay "heaven on earth".
Dadonghai Bay
Dadonghai is located near Sanya. You can get here from the city on foot. The beaches of the bay are especially loved by tourists because of the reasonable prices for hotel accommodation and traditional "holiday pleasures". The length of the beaches along the coast of the bay is about 2 km. Nearly ideal surfing conditions can also be found here, which attracts fans of this sport.
Dongshan Safari Park
Natural park established in 1999. On its territory, tourists can observe the life of exotic animals that are in their natural habitat. Ostriches, black swans, parrots, monkeys, crocodiles, lions and other representatives of the fauna live here. Children will be delighted with the aviary with lions and tiger cubs, while adults will be able to watch the process of feeding adult predators.
Monkey island
A reserve created for the study and breeding of Guanxi macaques, a subspecies of small monkeys. It is located about 80 km from Sanya in a quiet and remote area of Hainan Island. The park is home to about 2,000 individuals. They roam freely along the alleys, sit on trees, stones and earth, and also hang in clusters on visitors, constantly trying to get into bags, pockets and take away the things they like.
Butterfly park
A nature reserve near Yalong Bay, where a unique collection of butterflies from different parts of the world is collected. A large number of exotic insects (more than 2000 species) also live here. There is a small museum and a souvenir shop for tourists. The best time to visit the reserve is in the morning before the sweltering heat of the day has come.
Park "Deer turned his head"
The park is located in Sanya on a fairly large area around a high mountain. The name of the area comes from the legend about a hunter who prepared to kill a deer, but noticed in time that the animal turned its head and turned into a beautiful girl. In Chinese, the name of the park sounds like "Luhuitou". There is a deer nursery, where animals can be fed and taken with them memorable photos.
Zhujiang Nantian Hot Springs
Healing thermal waters, where locals bathed many centuries ago and recovered their health. Today "Zhujiang Nantian" is a modern well-equipped complex, which includes 36 swimming pools with different temperatures and water composition. On its territory there is a cozy hotel, a Chinese restaurant, several outdoor cafes, traditional tea houses and spa salons. The hot springs are very popular with the locals.
Ma An Volcano
The volcano is located on the territory of the national park of the same name. Its slopes are covered with dense tropical vegetation, sometimes turning into impassable jungle. Thanks to natural steps made of solidified lava, tourists have the opportunity to climb to the crater itself - the heart of the volcano frozen many thousands of years ago. On the slopes of the mountain there is a museum and a restaurant. The ascent to the top is equipped with comfortable benches for rest.
Mount Wuzhishan
The mountain range, which got its name due to its resemblance to the shape of the palm ("wuzhishan" in translation from Chinese means "five fingers"). The highest peak of the ridge reaches 1867 meters. There are many trekking trails along the territory of the massif, along which you can climb two of the five peaks of Wuzhishan. It is home to several hundred species of tropical fauna and about 170 species of orchids.
Xinglong Botanical Garden
Tropical garden with an area of 80 hectares, founded in 1957 as part of the scientific base of an agricultural institute, engaged in the research and conservation of valuable plants. In addition to ornamental crops, the garden also grows coffee, vanilla, black pepper and fruits. In a local shop, tourists can buy aromatic coffee and Silong vanilla tea, which are made from local products, as a souvenir.
Yanoda rainforest
The relict jungle of Yanoda is located in the southern part of Hainan near the Qixian ridge. More than 45 km² of forest has been converted into a landscaped tourist area, which includes a landscape park with a lotus lake, a river, waterfalls and a greenhouse of tropical orchids. The park is equipped with walking paths, suspension bridges and a rope crossing, thrown across the gorge.For tourists seeking unity with nature, a tent camp is organized in the jungle.
Pirate Island
A small island with an area of 2 km², located about 20 minutes by boat from Hainan Island. The tourist infrastructure of the place began to develop relatively recently, so the Pirate Island still retained the charm of untouched nature. Almost all of its area is covered with virgin tropical forests. Scenic coral reefs are located around the coastline. Tourists can relax on the clean and picturesque beaches of the island.
Western island
The island is located a few kilometers from the Hainan coastline. You can get there by boat or motor boat. Nature has created ideal conditions for diving here. The island is surrounded by densely populated coral reefs, home to amazing sea creatures. Visibility in the clear water is almost perfect, making it an unforgettable sight for divers.
Jade Belt Beach
A narrow strip of sand several tens of meters wide, separating the fresh waters of the Wanquanhe, Lungong and Jiuqui rivers from the salty waves of the South China Sea. This unique natural place is listed in the Guinness Book of Records. The beach is located near the small town of Boao, which is located on the east coast of the island. The "Jade Belt" is covered with snow-white sparkling sand.
Taoist Park "Heavenly Grottoes"
A magnificent landscaped park with numerous caves, sacred trees and grottoes, which, according to Taoist philosophy, are considered the gateway to another world. On its territory is the Temple of the Dragon - the ruler of the world. This place is sacred to all followers of Taoism. Thousands of pilgrims come to the park every year, not to mention tens of thousands of tourists from mainland China and other countries.
Park "End of the World"
The history of the park's founding is connected with the tragic legend about the love of a guy and a girl who turned into boulders and froze on the coast. Over time, other stones began to appear around them. Each boulder has its own poetic name. The park's paths offer a breathtaking view of the coast. "End of the World" is intended for leisurely walks, reflections and contemplation of nature.
