Wuzhizhou Island Tourism Scenic Area
Wuzhizhou Island, in Haitang Bay, has an area of some 1.48 square kilometers (366 acres). With an irregular butterfly-like shape and a total coastline of 5.7 km (3.54 miles), the island is about 30 km (18.6 miles) northeast of Sanya City. Soft white sand stretches as far as the eye can see beside a crystal clear blue sea, where protected coral reefs are rich in conches, sea urchins, sea cucumbers and tropical fishes of various colors. As well as Goddess Matsu Temple, there are many places of interest to visit including the Lover's Bridge, Sunrise Rock, the Gold Turtle Stretching toward the Sea, Lover's Island, and the Life Well. The Sunrise Rock is the ideal spot from which to observe the sunrise. In addition to the natural attractions of the island, tourists are certain to be pleased by the delightful catering facilities here. In the south of the island there are the Buffet Lunch Restaurant, the Pirate Bar, the Seafood Pool, and the Chinese Restaurant all providing excellent food. The Summer Western Food Restaurant in the east corner and the Winter Western Food Restaurant in the west corner of the island also offer a choice of delicious food. Locally caught lobsters, prawns, crabs, conch, sea cucumbers, and jellyfish will make your mouth water! Furthermore, this island is rich in fruits; Bananas, coconuts, mangos, and other tropical fruits are plentiful and inexpensive.
The Remotest Corners of the Globe
Tianya Haijiao (literally the edge of the sky, the rim of the sea), which is 23 kilometers (about 15 miles) away from the downtown center, just as its name means that it will take you to the end of heaven and earth. Ancient history recalls a beautiful love story that relates to this particular beauty spot that is enhanced by the blue sky and pure, clear seawater of Tianya Haijiao. There are three famous huge rocks here that attract lots of visitors and many who take photos in front of them, as the Chinese characters of Tianya, Haijiao, and Nantian Yizhu are respectively engraved on them.
Coconut Dream Corridor
The Coconut Dream Corridor is a seaside scenic avenue built around Sanya Bay. Being in the environment of blue sea and coconut trees, strolling along the scenic avenue or on the beach, you can get a good sense of the beauty and relaxation of Hainan. The area is also famous for its evening sunsets and night scenery, and at night you can eat barbecues and drink beer on the beach and watch street performances. The Coconut Dream Promenade is 20 kilometers long and stretches along the bay, with coconut palms forming a forest stretching westwards to Tianya Bay.
