Sanya is situated on the southernmost tip of Hainan Province, lying between 18
09′ and 1837′ latitude giving it the tropical monsoon climate of this region. Covering an area of 1919.58 square kilometers (about 741 square miles) with 209.1 kilometers (about 130 miles) long coastline, Sanya has many natural advantages. Possessing a number of excellent harbors, Sanya is an important port for import and export of trade with foreign countries. Therefore, Sanya is also named the 'South Gate of China' to stress its importance while it plays a vital role in the life of the southern part of China in areas of the economy and politics to transportation.
However, for most visitors, Sanya is a noted tourist resort with mountains, sea, river and city. The favorable climate is hot in summer but warm in the three other seasons so attracting large numbers of followers from both home and abroad every year. The whole of Sanya is related to the sea. Here you can enjoy a unique tropical oceanic landscape that is totally different from the other provinces of China. Sanya Bay, Yalong Bay and Dadonghai, all golden seaboards of Sanya, are some of the first choices for visitors to spend their holidays. Instead of a busy and exhausting journey, you can relax totally here by strolling along the beaches and breathing the fresh air. If you are an enthusiast of exciting water activities, Wuzhizhou Island is your place to challenge the mysterious and changing sea. Additionally more than 20 ethnic groups including Han, Li, Miao, Hui inhabit Sanya becoming a wonderful place to appreciate the various cultures of China.
Tasting the local dishes is a must on your journey. Sanya never shirks in its efforts to entertain its guests with a variety of seafood and delicious tropical fruits all the year round. Both of the star-rated hotels and a number of roadside booths serve the freshest seafood. Shopping is also a must on your journey, so don't forget to choose some sea products and beautiful decorations for you or your friends and relatives back home.
Along with the developing economy of this region, Sanya has become much easier for visitors to reach where domestic and international flights can take you in the shortest time. A journey by train and ship will take you a little more time but give you more opportunity to enjoy the natural beauty around you. With good quality, star-rated hotels and reasonable hostels distributed everywhere in Sanya and waiting for you, there is no need to worry about accommodation.
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Travelers' Voices on Sanya
1.
Dec. 10,2009 23:11 Reply
Mrs.Yulo(Hong Kong) said:
I'll go to Sanya on 31 Dec. What would be the weather? Would it be suitable for swimming?
Dec. 11,2009 20:32
Mr.Frankie replied:
The days are warm then. You could swim at noon, but the sea water is a little cold at night.
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Nov. 21,2009 22:27 Reply
Mr.cheung(hong kong) said:
please assist to obtain the (golf course name and phone number) resided next to Days Hotel & Suites Sanya Resort, thank you.
Nov. 24,2009 22:42
Mr.Jack replied:
I know that Luneng International Golf Club is just 200 meters from the hotel, but do not know the contact number.
Nov. 25,2009 07:54
Mr.cheung(hong kong) replied:
failed to search this golf club in Internet, must be something wrong with her name.
?Luneng International Golf Club
3.
Feb. 11,2009 11:59 Reply
Mr.gilliland(england) said:
I'm visting Sanya on a cruise later this month,just for the day, could you advise what is the best tourist attraction to visit or not to be missed and whether there is any malaria found localy?
many thanks
Aug. 25,2009 12:45
Mrs.carol roberts(south africa) replied:
Did you go to Sanya? Any tips. Am also visiting on a cruise.
Oct. 12,2009 20:38
Mr.Vigor He (China) replied:
Obviously,Yalong Bay Beach is the best attraction,where you may not be missed.There isn't any malaria found locally. Sometimes tiger mosquitoes bite somebody at daytime,but nothing happens if Tiger Balm Soft is applied.Jehovah God bless you,Mr.Gilliland.
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Sep. 22,2009 00:49 Reply
Mr.stanycjw(Singapore) said:
Dear Everyone Bros/Sis
I am from Singapore. I will be going to haikou or sanya on the 15-20/Oct/2009.
May I know how is the actual weather there beside what I've seen in the weather forcast.
I like wearing shorts and sleevless T-shirt (Can I wear this in Hainan?)
Singapore weather is now 29-33 deg C.
I like photographly, any nice places for landscape and some street photographly like morning market etc...
Thanks you in advance
Regards,
Peter Tan
Sep. 22,2009 01:23
Ms.Jane replied:
Well, the average temperature of Haikou is about 25C and Sanya is about 35C during daytime. So, summer clothes are ok. The night of Haikou may be a little cooler so a long sleeves T-shirt will be helpful. As for nice places, I think you could refer to the website's attractions list at http://www.travelchinaguide.com/attraction/hainan/sanya/ Sanya should be the most beautiful place!
Sep. 22,2009 10:56
Mr.stanycjw(Singapore) replied:
Hi Jane
Thanks for your advise.
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Jul. 16,2009 21:38 Reply
Ms.Linda(Malaysia) said:
Plan to go to Hainan Island this Nov. Interested in cultural and local people living.
Also would like to know what and where to buy local products of Hainan.
Jul. 17,2009 02:11
Ms.Evelyn(cn) replied:
This page relates to the info that you want to know. Hope it helps.
http://www.travelchinaguide.com/cityguides/hainan/sanya/shopping.htm
Aug. 26,2009 21:15
Mrs.Beth(USA) replied:
Are you on Holland America?
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Aug. 7,2009 08:15 Reply
Mr.Benjamin Go(Philippines) said:
My wife and friends plan to visit Hainan Island mainly to watch LPGA tournament and tour nice spots or historical sites. I would like to know the name of the golf course (not yet shown in LPGA website) and suggestion on hotels. Thank You.
Aug. 10,2009 02:48
Mr.Jack replied:
There golf site is West Coast Golf Club oppoiste the Holliday Beach. For nearby hotel: Gloria Grand Hotel. Other hotels near the city center: http://www.travelchinaguide.com/hotel/haikou-hotels.htm
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Jul. 27,2009 23:21 Reply
Ms.Yuko(japan) said:
i would like to try surfin in Sanya.
Iv never do surf before and dont have any surf goods.
Can i rent surf board and are there any beach which is good for surfin.
Jul. 31,2009 20:20
Mr.Jack replied:
You can get to Yalong Bay and Dadonghai, both are available for surfing. You can rent the board near the sea on the beach. It is around 300RMB/8 hours. You can ask for training too. The sea in Hainan is relatively calm and the tide is not high. So, it will be good to surf if it is a bit windy. :-)
8.
Jul. 16,2009 02:41 Reply
Mr.San(China) said:
Good news! A new passenger liner running from Sanya in China’s Hainan Province to Vietnam’s Da Nang is expected to be launched by the end of this year, according to the relevant department in Sanya. Sanya Phoenix Island Port has become a large passenger transport port since it was open to traffic in November 2006. It has received over 100,000 passengers. The Sanya-Danang passenger liner is said to be a cruise liner with a displacement tonnage of 100,000.
Jul. 18,2009 12:30
Mr.pollack(USA) replied:
Do you have any more information about this cruise? I would be very interested.
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Jul. 13,2009 21:07 Reply
Ms.Loo(Malaysia) said:
I am thinking of going to Sanya and Haikou during chinese new year period 2010, most likely on the 1st day or 2nd day of the new year. Will the shops be opened and will they charge more for food/taxis etc?
Jul. 14,2009 04:44
Mr.Jack replied:
Off course shops are open. That is the high season to travel there. The same in other cities, most of shops are still opened during the festival. Fare for taxi would not change, you can ask for metering. Food and expenses on accomodation will cost more than low season.
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Jun. 15,2009 11:59 Reply
Ms.Warhurst(England) said:
I am thinking of spending 3 weeks on Hainan soaking up the sun from mid-July. I will be backpacking alone - is there plenty to do? Are their cheap, clean places to stay? Are there many backpackers there? Is there much of a nightlife?
Jul. 4,2009 09:51
Mrs.Wang(China) replied:
Don't expect Sanya to be cheap