Nanshan Cultural Tourism Zone

南山文化旅游区

The 108-meter Guanyin statue at sea and Nanshan Temple, the largest Buddhist cultural park in southern China and a must-visit on Sanya's western route.

The Nanshan Cultural Tourism Zone lies on the shore of Yazhou Bay, about 40 kilometers southwest of central Sanya. It is a 5A-rated scenic area themed on Buddhist culture. Its main attraction is the Nanshan Sea Guanyin statue, which stands on a platform in the sea. It is 108 meters tall, with a Guanyin figure on each of its three sides. Completed in 2005, it is taller than the Statue of Liberty in New York. Visitors can enter the base of the statue to pay respects, for an additional fee. The area also includes Nanshan Temple, built in 1998 in Tang dynasty style and set on a hill facing the sea. Other sights include the Buer Famen, the Guanyin Culture Garden, the Longevity Valley, and the Hall of the Thirty-three Guanyins. The grounds are beautifully landscaped, with coconut palms set against the sea. Getting there: take the electric cart from the main gate (about 30 yuan) to the Sea Guanyin, then walk to Nanshan Temple. The park is very large, so walking it takes more than three hours. The vegetarian buffet at Nanshan is a local specialty. Tickets cost about 130 to 150 yuan in peak season, and there are discounts when booking online. Getting there: take Bus 25 or a tourist shuttle to the 'Nanshan' stop. A taxi from the city takes about one hour. If you drive, take the Hainan Ring Expressway. You can visit Tianya Haijiao (15 kilometers to the east) on the same day. Tips: dress appropriately when entering the temple and the Guanyin base, and avoid spaghetti straps and short shorts. The park has commercial incense sales, but buying is optional. Bring an umbrella and water, as it is very hot around noon.

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