Sanya Nanshan Cultural Tourism Zone

Sanya Nanshan Cultural Tourism Zone: Buddhist Zen, Hainan's Scenic Spot Sanya Nanshan Cultural Tourism Zone is located 40 km southwest of Sanya City and is a place that combines natural beauty and Buddhist culture. The air is fresh, the forest coverage rate is as high as 97%, and there are blue waters and fine beaches. Nanshan Cultural Tourism Zone covers an area of 50 square kilometers, with a sea area of more than 10 square kilometers, integrating Buddhist culture, longevity culture, and ecological culture. When you enter Nanshan, the magnificent No. 2 Dharma Gate comes into view, marking the entrance to the Buddhist holy land, and the sound of Buddhist music is heard, purifying the soul. Nanshan Temple is one of the core attractions and is the first large-scale Buddhist temple approved by the State Council after the founding of New China, imitating the style of the Tang Dynasty. The temple houses the world's first gold and jade Guanyin statue, which is 3.8 meters high and uses a large amount of gold and gemstones, worth 192 million yuan. Standing on the sea-viewing platform and looking out at the South China Sea, it is as if you are in the fairyland of Penglai. The sea Guanyin statue is 108 meters high and is the world's first gold and jade Guanyin statue, standing on the sea and connected to the land by a trestle bridge. The Guanyin statue is white and compassionate, holding a dharma instrument, symbolizing great compassion. Visitors can climb the base to touch the Buddha's feet and pray for peace, and it is said that planes flying over this place will circle around to show respect. In addition to Nanshan Temple and the sea Guanyin, the scenic area also has Guanyin Cultural Garden, Thirty-Three Guanyin Hall, No. 2 Dharma Gate, and other attractions. The scenic area is rich in ecological resources, and visitors can stroll under the bodhi tree to feel the sanctity, or enjoy the natural scenery of Hainan and the culture of the Li and Miao people in the South China Sea Cultural Park. **Travel Tips**: - **Opening Hours**: 08:00 - 17:00 all year round (last entry at 17:00). - **Ticket Price**: 108 yuan/person. - **Transportation**: You can take bus No. 16, 21, 25, or 29 to the scenic area, or take a taxi, which costs about 100 - 120 yuan. - **Tour Suggestions**: The scenic area is large, so it is recommended to take a sightseeing bus, which costs 30 yuan/person and stops at each station. Sanya Nanshan Cultural Tourism Zone is a good place for sightseeing, cleansing the soul, and experiencing Buddhist culture. Here you can feel the charm of Buddhist culture and traditional Chinese culture and enjoy the tropical seaside style. Backed by Nanshan Mountain and facing the sea, you will feel the bodhi and look forward to your arrival to enjoy a feast of the soul and vision.