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Country Profile :Hainan
Hainan
Different from other provinces, Hainan is the largest ocean island and the smallest land province in China. Although scenery in Hainan lacks the grandness of the Great Wall and the mystery of the Terror-Cotta Warriors, its natural beauty has gained a good reputation among the visitors and has been widely known around the world. People call it "the Oriental Hawaii".

Hainan is located at south end of China, and occupies an area of 35,000 square kilometers (13,510 square miles). Its administrative regions are Hainan Island, Xisha archipelago, Zhongsha archipelago and Nansha archipelago. Its neighboring countries are Philippines towards the east, Malaysia and Brunei towards the south, Indonesia (Natuna Islands) towards the southwest, and Vietnam towards the west. The surrounding sea area totals 2,000,000 square kilometers (772,000 square miles). Due to the mild climate and favorable environment, Hainan is regarded as a long life island. The young often travel to Hainan seeking a return to nature and the old would rather live there to enjoy their lives. Hainan now has a population of 7.11 million, among which about one million are ethnic minorities.

Ethnic Minority Groups

Hainan is a multinational region, and there the ethnic villages of Li and Miao are very typical. The hospitable villagers will treat you to traditional food as well as wonderful singing and dancing performances. So the Li and Miao Villages are well worth a visit in Hainan. Nowadays, Hainan cuisine is very popular all over the world, especially the fresh and delicious seafood. Furthermore, Hainan is famous for their beautiful handicrafts, like shell carvings.

The capital of Hainan is Haikou City. Located in northern part of the island, it is the political, economic, cultural and transportation center of the whole province. In Hainan, the cities Haikou and Sanya are where most tourists congregate.

When to go

Hainan is an ideal place for you to be away from the cold winter. In January and February, the average temperature is 16C to 24C, and 25C to 29C is in July and August. The rainy seasons are from May to October. The best time to visit Hainan is between November and March the next year. I suggest those who are fond of swimming had better come to Hainan. It's an excellent swimming and bathing place all the year around, and far away from the crowded cities, it is your best choice for relaxation and entertainment.

What to see

Sanya is famous for its tropical beach landscapes. Tianya Haijiao and Dadonghai are two well known beaches. Just imagine that you are lying on the soft beach under beautiful sunshine or that you are walking through the coconut plantation under the blue sky. How wonderful everything is! Historical heritages such as Hairui Tomb (Hairui (1514 - 1587) who was a compassionate and popular officer during the Ming Dynasty) and Wugong Temple (Fiver Officials' Temple) in Haikou are also worth a visit.
Travel in Hainan
Asian Dragon Bay (Yalong Wan)
Dongjiao Coconut Plantation
Hairui Tomb
Luhuitou (literally'a deer looking back') Peninsula
Monkey Island
Tainya Haijiao (literally'edge of the sky, rim of the sea')
Wugong Temple (Five Officials' Temple)
Hotel in Hainan
Baohua Harbour View Hotel
Crowne Plaza Spa & Beach Resort
Golden Coast Lawton Hotel
Golden Sea View Hotel
GuestHouse International Hotel
GuestHouse International Hotel
Holiday Inn Resort
Huandao Tide Hotel
Landscape Beach Hotel
Linda Seaview Hotel
Palm Beach Resort & Spa Hotel
Resort Golden Palm
Resort Horizon
Sanya Marriott Resort & Spa
Sanya Royal Garden Resort
Sheraton Sanya Resort
South China Hotel
The Hyton Hotel
Yalong Bay Mangrove Tree Resort
City in Hainan
Haikou City
Sanya City