Yazhou Bay is located in the southwest of Sanya City, Hainan Province, where the Ningyuan River flows into the bay at its top. The estuary area is home to Yacheng, which was under the jurisdiction of the ancient Yazhou, hence the name of the bay. With a profound historical background, Yazhou Bay is an important ancient cultural site in Hainan. Over the course of nearly 2000 years, it has been a crucial southern trading port in China and a significant harbor for departure and resupply on the ancient Maritime Silk Road.
During the Han Dynasty, Generals Lu Bode and Ma Yuan, known as the ‘Two Fubo’ generals, traveled through Yazhou Bay to pacify Zhuya and Jiaozhi (now northern Vietnam), establishing cities and marking the southern border with the ‘Bronze Pillar at the End of the World.’ In the Tang Dynasty, the eminent monk Jianzhen, on his fifth voyage to Japan, was stranded in Yazhou Bay for over a month due to a typhoon. It was here that he disembarked, and the scrolls dampened by seawater were laid out to dry on the coastal slopes, which later became known as ‘Shai Jing Slope’ by the locals. The rice fields he passed through were also named ‘Monk’s Fields.’ Today, Yazhou Bay still retains its pristine beach appearance and echoes with the tales of ancient celebrities. Strolling along the bay, one can enjoy the natural coastal beauty and also visit Yazhou Fishing Port to appreciate the picturesque scene of fishermen’s songs at dusk and the bustling atmosphere of the seafood market. The opening hours and business status are subject to the daily operations.Yazhou Bay
Yazhou Bay is located in the southwest of Sanya City, Hainan Province, where the Ningyuan River flow[...]
