Taoist Park Heavenly Grottoes
This Taoist park is located about 50 km from Sanya, at the foot of the South Mountain, and covers an area of 23 square kilometers. It was founded back in 1187 during the reign of the Song Dynasty. Thus, the park can be called the oldest attraction in Hainan.
Nanwan Monkey Island
Located south of Lingshui County, Nanwan Monkey Island is the only island—type natural tropical reserve for macaques that are protected by the state in China. There are many pretty corners and interesting places on the island, including the longest Transoceanic road in China.
Edge of the World Park in Sanya
This park (in Chinese — “Tianya-Haijao”) is a romantic and beautiful place located west of Sanya. The park opened in 1988, and its name literally translates as “the farthest point of the sky and the sea.”
Nanshan Temple
Nanshan Temple (“South Mountain Temple”) is the largest Buddhist sanctuary built since the establishment of the People’s Republic of China. The temple on the hill of the same name got its name because of a famous Buddhist expression.
Ethnic Park of Small Ethnic groups of Bethel-Nath
The park dedicated to the local Li and Miao peoples is about 30 km from Sanya. There is a lush green garden planted here, in which betel nut grows, something like a Russian birch tree for Hainan Island. This nut, which is sometimes called “pinang” or “areca”, is the fruit of a tall betel palm.
Zhujiang Nantian Hot Springs in Sanya
Where you should definitely go for relaxation and health promotion while in Sanya is to the Zhujiang Nantian hot springs. This is a huge open-air geothermal complex, completely dedicated to leisurely relaxation in the baths, massage and contemplation of the gardens from a comfortable sunbed.
Hainan Museum
The Li people settled on Hainan Island 5 thousand years ago and have preserved their own language and customs to this day. In order to preserve this cultural wealth, the Hainan Museum was established in 1984.