Sanya
Thu, 01/29/2009 - 01:01
| Located on the Hainan Island, Sanya is China's southernmost city. With its tropical climate and pristine environment, Sanya and vicinity have become a popular tourist resort in recent years. | | | |  | Attractions | DadonghaiDadonghai - "Big East Sea" - is the stretch of beach on the southeastern edge of Sanya. Of the scenic areas around Sanya, this is the closest to the city, featuring a large number of hotels and other vacation facilities.
LuhuitouLuhuitou - "Where the Deer Turns Its Head" - is a park located on the peninsula southeast of Sanya, in between Dadonghai and the city. Standing atop of the hill in the park, visitors can have an overview of the surrounding ocean, beaches, and Sanya itself.
Nanshan Culture and Tourism AreaNanshan means "Southern Mountain". It is located 40 km west of Sanya. This is a park that features natural beauty as well as Buddhist culture. Standing at the seashore is a statue of Guanyin, the Goddess of Mercy, that measures 108 meters (354 ft) in height. A specialty restaurant in the park offers over 150 vegetarian dishes.
Tianya HaijiaoIn Chinese, "Tianya Haijiao" means "Land's End." This refers to a spot that is supposedly the southernmost of Hainan, the southernmost province of China. The area is now a beach park, which draws a large number of Chinese who want to have their pictures taken at the "land's end," including many newly weds. Tianya Haijiao is approximately 20 km west of Sanya.
Xidao Marine Amusement ParkXidao is a small island about 10 minutes away from Tianya Haijiao on the coast. Xidao Marine Amusement Park offers fun activities such as sailing, scuba diving, parachuting, jet-skiing, fishing and camping.
Yalong BayYalong Bay is a stretch of beach (10 km in length) located 25 km east of Sanya. White sands, gentle waves, bright sunshine, clean ocean and fresh air make the spot a great place to relax and have some peaceful time. Vacationers can also engage in activities such as scuba diving, cliff-climbing and beach volleyball.
| | | Sanya TransportationAirport
Sanyan Fenghuang (Phoenix) International Airport. Located 10 km west of the city.
Transportation: shuttle buses, public buses, and taxis.
Railway Station
Sanya Railway Station. This is a new station opened in 2007, located west of the city.
Long Distance Bus Station
Sanya Bus Station General (Sanya Qiche Zong Zhan). No. 16 Jiefang Erlu. Tel.: 0898-88272440.
Taxi
¥5 for the first 2 km; ¥2 per km thereafter. | | | | | | | | | |
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