Nanshan Cultural Park

　　Introduction: Nanshan is also known as Aoshan, historically a barrier of ancient Yazhou, and is a famous mountain in southern Hainan. Nanshan Cultural Tourism Zone is located at the southern foot of Nanshan Mountain in Sanya City, covering an area of 400 acres. To the north of the scenic area, National Highway 255 and the Hainan Island Ring Expressway pass through. The park features Buddhist structures such as temples, meditation halls, pagodas, halls, and auxiliary pavilions, halls, and gardens. The area is divided into three major theme parks. The Nanshan Buddhist Cultural Park showcases traditional Chinese Buddhist culture. Its main attractions include Nanshan Temple, the Guanyin of the South Sea statue, the Guanyin Culture Park, Traces of India, the Buddhist Scenic Spots Park, the Ten Directions Pagoda Forest and Returning to Roots Garden, the Buddhist Cultural Exchange Center, and a vegetarian food and shopping street. The Chinese Blessings and Longevity Cultural Park embodies the essence of Chinese national culture, emphasizing an atmosphere of peace, tranquility, happiness, and harmony. The South Sea Culture Park highlights the natural scenery of China’s southern seashore and the cultural charm of Li and Miao ethnic villages, while also integrating elements of modern Western civilization. Although the Nanshan Cultural Tourism Zone has many attractions, must-sees include Nanshan Temple, followed by the Golden Jade Guanyin, Jiayan Wall, the 108-meter Sea Guanyin statue, group sculptures, bodhi tree groves, and tamarind tree groves. Dining / Accommodation / Shopping: Meals within Nanshan Cultural Park are not expensive. It is recommended to try the famous Nanshan Vegetarian Food. Ingredients for the vegetarian dishes usually include wild mountain mushrooms, konjac, tofu products, etc., offering rich nutrition and are said to be beneficial for beauty, health, and longevity. Restaurant Guide: 1. Yuanqi Lou Vegetarian Restaurant: A bit further from the seaside, suitable for general visitors, with a self-service vegetarian meal at 48 RMB per person. 2. Another vegetarian restaurant, slightly more upscale, is located right by the sea, with a view of the beach outside the window and the 108-meter Guanyin statue overhead. The self-service meal is 58 RMB per person. Transportation: By car: Take the Island Ring Expressway. Road signs will guide you all the way. Self-guided travel: 1. Bus: Take Tahe Bus (5 RMB); board a minibus to Nanshan from the West Bus Station, fare is 4 RMB. 2. Taxi: A taxi from downtown (50–100 RMB), with cheaper options near Sanya West Station but fewer cars available. 3. Chartered car: About 200 RMB/day. 4. Electric sightseeing vehicles are available within Nanshan to connect various scenic spots, 20 RMB per person. Tickets / Opening Hours: 1. 150 RMB. 2. Students, military personnel, and seniors with valid IDs can enjoy half-price entry. 3. Ticket sales are generally from 8:30–17:00; hours may adjust during special holidays. Special Notes: 1. The Golden Jade Guanyin is separately ticketed: 25 RMB per person. 2. There are many vendors selling island-style clothing at the entrance to the tourist zone, but prices are relatively high. It's recommended to buy them at the First Market instead.

　　 Sanya, Hainan