Daxiaodongtian (Big and Small Caves)
A Taoist cultural site next to Nanshan, opened and built by Mao Kui, prefect of Yazhou in the Southern Song dynasty; at about 800 years old it is one of Hainan's oldest scenic sites
Visitor info
- Opening hours
- 08:30-17:30
- Ticket
- CNY 108 in peak season
Price is indicative — final quote on inquiry.
A Taoist cultural site next to Nanshan, opened and built by Mao Kui, prefect of Yazhou in the Southern Song dynasty; at about 800 years old it is one of Hainan's oldest scenic sites. The park excels in seaside rock formations and ancient trees: the Xiaodongtian (Small Cave) stone chamber, the Angling Platform, and the "Sea and Mountain Marvels" cliff-inscription group are all original Song–Yuan carvings; the dragon-blood trees here (locally "ageless pines") can live up to a thousand years, sharing roots with the birthday imagery of "the ageless pine of Nanshan." The rock-scape boardwalks where mountain meets sea invite a slow stroll and photos; combined tickets with Nanshan Cultural Tourism Zone or visiting both in one day work well — those drawn to history and cultural depth tend to favor this place.
Getting there: Adjacent to the Nanshan scenic area
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