6 reasons to visit Sanya

BEACHES, CHINA Updated : Dec 27, 2013, 04.12 PM IST

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Situated in China’s southernmost and smallest province — Hainan — this sunny seaside city is the country’s only tropical tourist destination. Thanks to its string of beautiful beaches and bays, Sanya is being developed as a Chinese alternative to Hawaii. With numerous high-end resorts lining the coast, and ample dining, entertainment and shopping options, it attracts well-heeled travellers from Asia.
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Sanya Bay

Situated near the city centre, this sandy stretch is Sanya’s most popular hangout. The 22 kilometre-long-bay extends from Sanya Harbour in the east to Tianya Bay in the west.

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Yalong Bay

Widely considered to be the prettiest beach in Sanya, Yalong Bay, situated around 15 kilometres away from the city centre is ideal for swimming, sunbathing and walking.

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Dadonghai Bay

Located around three kilometres away from the city centre, picturesque Dadonghai is ringed by rocky mountains.

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Mission Hills golf resort

An emerging golfing destination, Hainan Island has over 30 golf courses.

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Nanshan Tourism Zone

Situated 40 kilometres away from Sanya, this tourist zone comprises of three theme parks focusing on Buddhism, Chinese culture and Hainan province.

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Wuzhizhou Coral Island

This butterfly-shaped island lies in Haitang Bay, and is popular with divers drawn to its clear waters and well-preserved and colourful coral reef.

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