#Leiqiong UNESCO Global Geopark Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
#1 of Best Things to Do in Haikou
Volcanoes
Address:
Shishan Town Volcanic Group World Geopark, Xiuying District, Haikou City
Opening times:
Open tomorrow at 08:00-18:00Closed Today
Recommended sightseeing time:
2-3 hours
Phone:
0898-65469668,0898-65468989,0898-65469666
Haikou geological park
Getting There - Taxi or city bus are the easiest options
Attractions - It's a volcanic park. Very natural, very beautiful. The park is not big but it'll take you a couple of hours to really enjoy it.
Hotels - There are many hotels in the city.
Food & Restaurants - There are a few smaller food options inside the park.
Shopping - There's a small street with food and souvenir stands.
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Nature never goes out of style 🌋❤
Getting There - Didi about 35 minutes from the hotel.
Attractions - Leiqiong UNESCO Global Geopark
Hotels - Jin Jiang Metropolo Hotel
Food & Restaurants - Chinese restaurants and snack vendors selling a variety of different foods at the park.
Shopping - you can buy souvenirs related to the site.
The site is really beautiful. It's green, lush and has very fresh air. 👌
The key attraction is the volcano. You walk along the outer crust of the volcano and you can see wonderful views of the city. You can then walk down into the volcano crater and enjoy the scenery. 🌲
The site has many interesting things like caves, scenic walk ways, museums and also malted lava in a variety of different shapes. 😀
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Haikou, half of which is a strait, half of which is a unique resource of volcanoes. In addition to the endowments of blue sea and blue sky, tropical vegetation, and characteristic neighborhoods, there is also China's only urban volcano China's Leiqiong World Geopark Haikou Park~
walk Among them, tropical fruit forests and primitive vegetation are scattered and natural, perfect, and there is a little known about the Wizard of Oz, even the Hai Rui of the Ming Dynasty. After visiting here, they also left the poem "The Drop of Water on the River": The combination of the Millennium volcanic culture and the tropical ecological landscape constitutes a geological park with the volcanic ecology and culture of the tropical city.
You may not know that this is also the highest point of Haikou; all the way along the crater, it will pass through the highest point of the Haikou Volcano World Geopark, which is only 200 meters above sea level. When the weather is fine, it is even more You can see spectacular tropical rainforest scenery, geological wonders, ancient village sites and the bustling city.
It seems like the water is flowing, the time is light;
We are listening to the wind and the leaves of the whisper;
turning in this quaint quiet path, quite forgetting the illusion of time;
In the footsteps of going far and returning, in the rising sun and in the midst of the sun, the long stretch.
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Let's go to Haikou, Hainan in May, a city that I have personally tested to be fun and romantic
📍Haikou, a small city in Hainan, is a romantic, artistic, and exquisite city.
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💙Here, there is not only the sea but also ancient streets and the most heartwarming everyday life, which might just be what a happy city should look like.
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🛑Things you must do in Haikou:
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✔️Have a 'Dad's Tea' meal to experience the slow life of Haikou;
✔️Watch a sunset on Longzhu Bridge, where Fuxing City meets Wanlv Park;
✔️Take a ride on the pink Haikou sightseeing double-decker bus from Xin Haigang;
✔️Enjoy the night view at Haikou Century Bridge;
✔️Try the sweet and authentic Hainan coconut milk dessert that can only be found in Hainan;
✔️Visit the Holiday Beach viewing platform to check in at Haikou's 'Little Iceland';
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🛑Haikou Check-in Spots:
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📍Leiqiong Haikou Volcanic Cluster Global Geopark
A dormant volcanic group from an eruption 10,000 years ago, with lava tunnels, volcanic cones, craters, and basalt terraces creating a magical and visually stunning picture.
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📍Haikou Century Bridge
The best place to enjoy the sunset, where many photographers come daily with their equipment to wait for the slowly arriving sunset.
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📍Feng Xiaogang Movie Commune
A film-themed tourist spot with various retro churches, bell towers, archways, old alleys, and trams that can instantly transport you to another world.
1942 Street is the filming location for 'Youth'.
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📍Arcade Old Street
A historic and cultural street filled with Southeast Asian charm, with exquisite carvings and some Western-style decorations on the arcades, exuding a Baroque flavor.
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🛑Haikou Cuisine
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Dad's Tea
Mostly frequented by retired uncles and aunties, hence the name 'Dad's Tea'🍵. Popular teas include Hainan green tea, partridge tea, etc., paired with pineapple buns and various snacks that are simply mouthwatering.
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Qingbu Liang
Fresh coconut juice as the base, with ingredients like red beans, hollow pasta, coconut flesh, watermelon, etc., each spoonful is refreshingly delicious.
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Pig's Trotter Rice
A Hainanese specialty, tender stewed pig's trotters with a secret sauce, served with rice for a satisfying taste.
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Various Seafoods
Haikou people prefer their seafood boiled in plain water or brine, savoring the fresh sweetness and original flavor.
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This is a romantic and happy city
Blue skies and seas🌊, scorching sun and waves🌞, soft sand and coconut groves🌴
Step outside to see the ocean, surrounded by delicious food
Come and explore the wonderful coconut city of Haikou
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Adventures at the Volcano Crater: Haikou's Version of 'Lava Warriors' Great Adventure
Hey, buddies! 👋 Today, I want to introduce you to a super cool travel destination—Haikou Volcano Crater National Geopark! 🌋 It's truly a place that ignites the spirit of adventure and curiosity. 🚀
As soon as you enter the park, it's as if you've traveled to the heart of the Earth, with every step echoing history. 👣 Imagine walking on volcanic rocks, feeling like a true 'Lava Squad Leader'! 👑
Don't worry, although the name sounds intimidating, the volcano crater has been gently smoothed over by time, turning into an ecological oasis 🌸. Strolling around, you can also see a variety of rare plants tenaciously growing, offering a feast for both the eyes and soul! ✨
Of course, you can't miss the huge volcanic crater lake, with its rippling azure waves, like a sapphire embedded in the earth 💎. Let me tell you a secret, it's said that when the moon falls, the lake surface will shimmer with a mysterious light! 🌌
Remember to bring your camera 📸, every corner here is a perfect photo spot, ensuring a surge in likes for your social media posts! 👏
After a day of exploration, why not try some authentic Hainan cuisine, the delicious coconut chicken, the sweet Wenchang chicken, taking your taste buds on a volcanic journey! 🍗🥘
Lastly, a friendly reminder: sunscreen and mosquito repellent are essential, they are the first line of defense to protect your skin from volcanic remnants! 🛡️
Come join my volcano crater exploration team, we're waiting for you here, ready to embark on this spontaneous volcanic adventure! 🚀🏃♀️💨
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Leiqiong Global Geopark Haikou
Haikou Volcanic Cluster Global Geopark also known as Leiqiong Global Geopark Haikou is a national park located approximately 15 km southwest of Haikou city.
The geopark has more than one hundred volcanoes; craters, lava tunnels, breathtaking views, lakes, stunning fauna and flora. There is also a museum where you can get more information about this place.
It is definitely a nice place to visit in Haikou.
The entrance fee is 60¥ per adult.
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Leiqiong Volcano
The Leiqiong Haikou Volcanic Cluster Geopark is located in Shishan Town, Xiuying District, Haikou City, Hainan Province. It is a park that primarily features maar volcanic geomorphology, along with coastal geomorphology, structural geological geomorphology, and various other geological relics. It boasts a good natural ecology and a rich cultural landscape.
The park is situated at the southern tip of China and is part of the Leiqiong UNESCO Global Geopark. The other part of the geopark is located on the Leizhou Peninsula in Zhanjiang City, Guangdong Province. The entire geopark, consisting of the Zhanjiang Park, Haikou Park, and the Qiongzhou Strait, has been awarded the title of 'UNESCO Global Geopark' by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization.
The park's region has experienced multiple periods of volcanic eruptions, creating a unique geographical and geological environment. This has led to the formation of a vast basalt plateau, a wealth of volcanic geomorphology, as well as geological relic landscapes of volcanic rock marine erosion and marine sedimentation. It has also given rise to the local unique volcanic culture.
In the afternoon, the weather is unpredictable, but fortunately, the temperature is quite pleasant, making a stroll around very comfortable. The entire volcanic crater park area is not very large, with an upper and a lower path. The upper path offers a panoramic view of Haikou City and reaches the highest point of Haikou City. The lower path allows entry into the volcanic crater to see the special terrain and vegetation. It takes just over an hour to walk both paths, and it is not very physically demanding.
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Not sure how to have fun in Haikou? Check out this super comprehensive guide (7)
hello, we meet again, in the last few articles I shared some travel tips for Haikou, Hainan, and in this one, I will continue to share my notes. Many people think there is nothing to see in Haikou, but they are greatly mistaken; if you're willing to explore, there are still many fun places to visit.
Okay, if you don't know where to go, you can follow my notes for a tour. It's a free contribution, so hurry up and save it~
⭕️ Meishe River Fengxiang Wetland Park
Meishe River Fengxiang Wetland Park is the largest urban wetland park in Haikou.
🍔 Time needed: more than 3 hours
🍎 Admission: Free
🚘 Location: No. 230-2, Maiying Road, Qiongshan District, Haikou
🍄 Public Transport: Take bus 76; 96; Airport Line 1 to Fengxiang Wetland Park (bus stop) and walk to reach
🍇 Opening hours: All day
⭕️ Qiongzhou Culture and Folk Street
It is a large ecological cultural theme shopping park that integrates Li and Miao architectural styles (stilt houses, boat-shaped houses) with Hainan tropical garden art, featuring Li and Miao themed exhibition halls and showcasing tropical plants of Hainan, including rare tropical plants.
🍔 Time needed: 1-3 hours
🍎 Admission: Free
🚘 Location: Binjiang Road, Qiongshan District, Haikou (next to the old Nandu River iron bridge)
🍄 Public Transport: Take bus 218; 607; Suburban Line 1, get off at the Municipal Disabled Persons' Federation Service Center (bus stop)
🍇 Opening hours: 09:30-18:30
⭕️ Leiqiong Haikou Volcanic Cluster Global Geopark
Leiqiong Haikou Volcanic Cluster Global Geopark is located in Shishan Town, Haikou. The park has a variety of volcanoes and is a natural geological museum. From the commanding heights of the volcano crater, you can overlook Haikou city and the Qiongzhou Strait, offering charming views.
Following the trails in the scenic area, you will see lush tropical plants along the way, as well as landscapes left by volcanic eruptions such as basalt and lava flows. There is also a volcanic stone culture park that displays village gates, stone mills, stone bowls, stone basins, stone tables, and sugar cane tools made from volcanic stones over 2,000 years ago, making you feel as if you've stepped back into the Stone Age.
The trail ends at the Volcano Temple, with a horizontal tablet inscribed with 'Mountains Match the Heavens' and stone tablets engraved with 'Great King God', 'Earth God', and 'Yingzhu God'. There are 199 steps on the slope, with 99 representing the Double Ninth Festival and 100 meaning that completing this volcano crater will lead to a long life of a hundred years.
Further up is the Ma'anling volcano crater, one of the world's most intact extinct volcano craters, with a depression in the middle and two peaks rising to the north and south, respectively called Fenglu Ridge and Baozi Ridge, which from a distance look like a huge saddle, hence the name Ma'anling.
There are 5 viewing spots along the circular mountain trail where you can enjoy the view of the volcano crater. Among them, the Ma'anling volcano crater is the highest point in Haikou, with an altitude of 222.8 meters, offering a great view on clear days, and many tourists take photos here. Another notable viewing spot is the Qianzhuque (Viewing Haikou) platform, from which you can see the blue sea and sky of the Qiongzhou Strait, the high-rise buildings of Haikou city like a peacock spreading its tail; looking south, you can see the rolling volcanoes covered with tropical rainforest, offering enchanting scenery.
In addition to viewing the volcano crater, you can also follow the trail into the bottom of Fenglu Ridge crater, which looks like a huge pot, and it is said that the larger area can accommodate tens of thousands of people. The crater is very cool and full of plants, making it a natural oxygen bar, and you can also see volcanic slag, lava cakes, and volcanic bombs, remnants of volcanic eruptions.
🍔 Time needed: more than 3 hours
🍎 Admission: 54 RMB
🚘 Location: No. 89, Fengjing Road, Shishan Town, Xiuying District, Haikou
🍄 Public Transport: Take the Tourist Line 1 to the Volcano Crater Geological Park (bus stop), walk about 332 meters to reach
🍇 Opening hours: Summer: 08:00-18:00; Winter: 07:30-18:30
⭕️ Meixiao Village
Meixiao Village is located in the Yangshan volcanic area that has been active for thousands of years, in the southern part of Haikou. The entire village is made up of the most characteristic volcanic stone tile houses, and it is the most well-preserved volcanic stone village. The root carving skills of Meixiao Village have been listed as intangible cultural heritage of Hainan Province.
🍔 Time needed: 1-3 hours
🍎 Admission: Free
🚘 Location: Yongxing Town, Xiuying District, Haikou
🍄 Public Transport: No direct bus service, it is recommended to drive or transfer to Yongxing Town first, then go to Meixiao Village
🍇 Opening hours: All day
⭕️ Guanlan Lake New Town
The new city is under construction, everything is new, with complete facilities!
Haikou Teddy Bear Museum
Located in Guanlan Lake New Town, Haikou, it is connected to the Teddy Bear Museum in Jeju Island, Korea, and is a teddy bear-themed cultural exhibition hall owned and directly operated by the Korean corporation JSF Company in China. The entire museum consists of the Belt and Road Theme Hall, Teddy Bear History Hall, LV Teddy Bear Holographic Image 3D Hall, Teddy Bear Art Gallery, Underwater World, and Teddy Bear Gift Shop, totaling 7 areas.
🍔 Time needed: about 1 day
🍎 Admission: Free
🚘 Location: No. 1, Guanlan Lake Avenue, Longhua District, Haikou
🍄 Public Transport: Take bus 7; 16; Airport Bus Line 3; Longhua District Tourism Sightseeing Line Day Line; You 8 to Guanlan Lake New Town (bus stop), walk to reach
🍇 Opening hours: 08:30-22:00
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Cycling routes you must go to in Hainan
I believe many friends are on vacation, welcome friends from all over to play in Hainan. Recently, I saw many riders cycling to Hainan. The following routes are places I think are very good after riding. Every time I go out for a ride, I like to ride different routes. This way, I can have different experiences and scenery every time~
🌟Route one: Shi Tea Village—Volcanic Dendrobium Garden—Mei She Village
The surroundings of Haikou are full of the breath of nature along the volcanic slow road and Shi Tea Village cycling route. The road into the volcano mouth is connected, there are few people and few cars (almost none), the scenery is beautiful and there are special green cycling channels set up, which are particularly nice. The key is that you can experience uphill, downhill, and bends. The ups and downs are quite large, which is really friendly to riders. You can experience the feeling of rapid sprint!
Don't worry about not having delicious food. There are coffee shops in the village. I recommend the spicy chicken farmhouse. You can order Shishan tofu, which is one of the local specialties. There are also dry-fried lamb and wild vegetables, which are all delicious😋
🌟Route two: In Rongshan Liao Fishing Village, you can feel the beach🏖️ and sea breeze. Don't be too comfortable. The sunset there is really beautiful! There are many coffee shops. My favorite is Xinsheng Bookstore, a very distinctive small shop! When you are tired from cycling, you can read books and drink coffee by the seaside 🏠. In the evening, you can go to the fish market to buy fish and experience a different local culture.
🌟Route three: Check in at the Starry Sky
It's another place with beautiful sea views. Walking along the coastal road, you can also pass through the Wanlv Garden🌳. Next to it is a unique performance restaurant.
—Here, from the exquisite decoration to the delicious food to the high-altitude acrobatics performance on site, every detail here shows a unique charm~
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Exploring Natural Wonders|Leiqiong Volcano Crater Geological Park Tour
🐯Dear travel enthusiasts, today, we will embark on an adventure tour of Leiqiong Volcano Crater Geological Park together. This is a masterpiece of nature and one of the representatives of geological wonders. Let's unveil this mysterious veil together and appreciate the charm of nature.
🚗 Transportation
Self-driving: If you have a self-driving vehicle, self-driving is the most convenient way. The park provides parking services.
Tourist bus: You can also choose to join a tour group or use the tourist bus service provided by Ctrip to enjoy professional tour guide explanations.
🌄Recommended attractions
1. Crater hiking
There are multiple hiking trails in the park, allowing you to admire the wonderful scenery of the crater up close. Walk through the blue sky and white clouds, bathe in the fresh air of nature, and feel the masterpiece of nature.
2. Volcanic lava landform
In the Volcano Crater Geological Park, you will see various forms of volcanic lava landforms, such as volcanic rocks, lava caves, etc., which are breathtaking. Remember to wear suitable hiking shoes and enjoy the fun of adventure.
3. Crater lakes
There are also some crater lakes in the park. The lake is clear and you can stroll by the lake and admire the beautiful scenery reflected by the lake.
3. Feel the beauty of nature
3.1 Viewing platform
There is a viewing platform in the Volcano Crater Geological Park, where you can enjoy the magnificent scenery of the entire crater unobstructedly, which is a good place to take beautiful photos.
4. Picnic area
Bring some food, find a suitable place in the picnic area of the park, enjoy the tranquility of nature, and feel the breeze in the valley.
⚠️Precautions
Dress suggestion: Due to the complex terrain, please wear comfortable and non-slip sports shoes to ensure safety.
Sun protection measures: Due to the high altitude and strong sunlight, remember to bring sunscreen and do a good job of sun protection.
Leiqiong Volcano Crater Geological Park is a masterpiece of nature. I hope this guide can help you plan your visit better. May you leave deep and unforgettable memories in this magical crater. Have fun!
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Haikou Volcano Park interesting patch of the city and very nearby. Lots of food and an easy hike.
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