Sanya, Prefecture-level city in Hainan, China
Sanya extends across 1,919 square kilometers at the southern tip of Hainan island, incorporating four districts with a population exceeding 1 million residents.
The region, formerly known as Yazhou during the Qin dynasty of 221 BCE, transformed into Sanya city through administrative changes in December 1987.
The Nanshan Temple complex includes a 108-meter Guanyin statue, representing Buddhist traditions and drawing visitors from across the Asian continent.
Sanya Phoenix International Airport connects the city with major destinations, while local transportation includes a modern tram system launched in 2019.
The city maintains specialized facilities for the Chinese national beach volleyball team and contains populations of the Utsul ethnic minority group.
Location: Hainan
Capital city: Jiyang District
Shares border with: Baoting Li and Miao Autonomous County
Website: http://sanya.gov.cn
GPS coordinates: 18.25333,109.50361
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:36
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