Sanya-CHINA'S holiday capital
CHINA'S holiday capital, Sanya is located in the extreme south of Hainan Island looking out on the South China Sea. With clear blue waters and white sand beaches along its south edge, lush green mountains to the north and palm trees just about everywhere, Sanya, made up of Sanya City and its surrounding area, is truly a tropical paradise with seemingly endless sun, fun and exciting activities for visitors of all nationalities, ages and interests. 
Of particular note among a surprising array of attractions in the Sanya area is Yalong Bay National Resort, a pleasant 20-minute drive from Sanya City. Offering superb golf facilities and international holiday resorts overlooking a world-class beach, Yalong Bay is a special pearl in area's crown.
Location
Situated at the southern-most tip of Hainan Island, Sanya lies in the southern valley of the Wuzhi Mountain range. Sanya has a population of about 450,000 and covers an area of about 1,900 sq km, with about 
Climate
Located at the same latitude as Hawaii, Sanya enjoys a tropical oceanic monsoon climate with average temperatures of about 25º C in July and 28º C in January. Average annual sunlight is 2,563 hours, while average annual rainfall is
History
Human habitation of the Sanya area dates back 10,000 years. Sanya's earliest name is Yazhou and ancient relics have been found in and around Luobi Cave in Lizhigou Town near Sanya City. In addition, groups of ancient Persian tombs are located along the coast. Under Chinese Emperor Qingshihuang (221 BC), three counties were established in the south, one of which was Yazhou, or Xiangjun County. During the Tang Dynasty, emperors banished rebel officers to the area, which became known as the "End of the Earth" due to its remoteness in relation to the nation's capital. Sanya today benefits from central and local government initiatives aimed at developing Hainan Island's vast potential for tourism.
People
Sanya's population of more than 450,000 people takes in some 20 nationalities, including the Han, Li, Miao, and Hui. Increasingly, people from across China and elsewhere in the world are being drawn to Sanya's inviting climate and promising business environment to build a truly multi-cultural city.
Culture
Sanya's long history, traditional Chinese culture and wealth of ethnic minorities have merged and blossomed with a wide variety of enduring and endearing folk culture and art, as evidenced in local handicrafts, clothing and dance. 
If special interest are legends and tales, music and sculpture guaranteed to enchant. Visitors to Sanya are well advised to take note of folk weaving techniques and their colorful results. Also of special note is the practice of Buddhism in the area and the introduction of Buddhist teachings and literature during the Tang Dynasty.
