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Sanya, China
Sanya boasts splendid beaches stretching for miles and offers water sports from snorkeling to jet skiing. Asian Dragon Bay is one of the most famously scenic spots on Hainan, a tropical Chinese island that has been called “China’s Hawai`i.” Other popular attractions include Nanwan Monkey Island, home to more than 1,800 endangered macaque monkeys, and the 354-feet-tall statue of the Buddhist goddess of mercy, Guanyin of the South Sea of Sanya, erected on its own island just off the coast.
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What you NEED TO KNOW
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Port Name & Location
Port of Sanya
Ship will DOCK at this port. -
Time Zone
China Standard Time CST
UTC/GMT +8 hours -
Language
The official language is Mandarin. Say hello in Mandarin: Ni Hao! -
Currency & Shopping
Chinese Yuan (CNY) or Renminbi (RMB) Be prepared to negotiate for pearls. -
Famous For
Popular attractions include Nanwan Monkey Island and the Guanyin Statue of Hainan, one of the tallest statues in the world. -
Fun Fact #1
Sanya has been called “China's Hawaii.” Asian Dragon Bay is one of the most famously scenic spots. -
Fun Fact #2
Locally farmed pearls and other local goods and souvenirs can be found at markets, small shops and street vendors. -
Fun Fact: Foodies
Try local delicacies such as abalone, sea cucumber and sea urchin.