Haikou: The Coconut City in the Hainan Province
Sitting on the Island’s north coast across the Qiongzhou Strait, Haikou is a port city that offers a perfect blend of Chinese and colonial architecture. It features stunning sunshine, pristine water and soft white sand with local economy that focused on culture and transportation. Haikou, China has developed from a plain sightseeing city to a business center and gorgeous seaside resort with downtown streets lined with coconut palms trees. Tourists can visit Haikou via the Hainan Meilan Airport or via expressway that connects the cities of China to the rest of the world.
Best Time to Visit
Haikou has a tropical marine climate with an average of 20°C temperature throughout the year where summer is super hot with the heaviest rainfall while spring is warm and dry. The ideal months to travel Haikou are between the months of November to April for a pleasant weather perfect to enjoy its many fascinating attractions.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Surrounded by the sea at three sides, Haikou features a long stretch of coastline which offers an excellent swimming and relaxing experience. Popular among these beaches is the Holiday Beach where China’s national sailing teams train and hold competitions. Tourist can drive a few miles up north to visit the Dongzhai Port Nature Preserve to admire a beautiful tropical jungle that is a sanctuary for birds. Just beside the reserve, is the Temple of Five Lords that highlights upright and uncorrupted life of Hai Rui. After an exciting tour of the city, tourist can lay their back either at HNA Resort Haikou or at Shangri-La Hotel Haikou.