Hainan Self-Driving Tourist Mapbook

Author: Yang Weiping
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Publishing Date: 2005-10-01
Features: Hainan Province, abbreviated as Qiong, has its capital in Haikou. Human activity has been recorded as early as 6,000 years ago during the Neolithic Age. In the early Han Dynasty, the two prefectures of Zhuyaya and Dian'er were established, and during the Three Kingdoms period, Hainan was named. In the Tang Dynasty, it was divided into Yanzhou, Qiongzhou, Dianzhou, etc. In the Ming Dynasty, Qiongzhou Prefecture was established, and in the Qing Dynasty, it was renamed Qiongyi Circuit. Due to its location at the southern tip of China, it was once considered a remote and barbaric land, where 49 officials were exiled and spent the rest of their lives there. In 1988, Hainan Province was established, becoming China's largest economic special zone. Hainan Province is rich in mineral and wildlife resources, particularly in oil and natural gas reserves. Hainan Island is China's tropical crop base, with rubber production accounting for over 60% of the country. Additionally, it produces tropical crops such as sisal, coffee, coconuts, and pineapples. Tropical rainforests are abundant in precious timber, vines, southern medicines, and rare birds and animals. The waters are rich in stonefish, sea turtles, and lobsters.
Tourism Resources: Hainan Province enjoys a subtropical climate with long summers and short winters, lush greenery, and a forest coverage rate as high as 50%. The tropical rainforests are dense with intertwined vines. The mangroves in the sea resemble forests at sea, displaying a variety of shapes. The coastal highway is lined with swaying coconut trees, exuding a strong tropical atmosphere. The excellent ecological environment, unique geographical climate, and fresh air have earned Hainan Island the titles of "Hundred Fruit Garden," "Treasure Trove of Southern Medicines," "Island of Longevity," and "Green Island."
Hainan Island boasts a coastline of over 1,580 kilometers, with 50%-60% of it being sandy beaches. The beaches vary in width from hundreds to thousands of meters, and the sea slope is generally around 5 degrees, gently extending outward. Most areas are calm with clear waters and snow-white sands. The shores are shaded by lush green trees, with fresh air and water temperatures ranging from 18°C to 30°C. When the northern regions are covered in ice, Hainan remains warm with gentle breezes, making it perfect for swimming. It is often called the "Hawaii of the East." The island is dotted with ideal sea bathing spots and summer resorts, such as Luhou Head, Yalong Bay, Dadonghai, and Tianya Haijiao in Sanya City. The coastal areas also feature volcanic wonders, and Nanhai Monkey Island in Lingshui County is a popular attraction. Wuzhishan, the highest peak of Hainan Island, is particularly majestic. The Wugong Temple, Hai Rui Tomb, and Qiongtai Academy are famous cultural landmarks.
The Li ethnic group is a unique minority in Hainan Island, with a population of about 700,000. They are skilled in weaving, dyeing, and traditional clothing, and their cuisine has distinct ethnic characteristics, making it a major cultural tourism resource in Hainan. With abundant natural resources and diverse ethnic customs, Wuzhishan rises dramatically, and the lush coconut groves add to its charm. The Asia Forum headquarters and the Miss World pageant have brought even more attention to Hainan. More and more domestic and international tourists are flocking here to embrace the sunshine, waves, and beaches, relax, and enjoy themselves to the fullest.
Friends, come to Tianya Haijiao!