What are the fun attractions in Wenchang? Recommended Wenchang food guide

The scenic spots in Wenchang, Hainan are no worse than those in Haikou. If you plan to travel, you can choose the following scenic spots as tourist attractions. After you go there, you can also try the local food. If you have favorite food, you can Go and taste it. Why go?

Of course Wenchang doesn’t only have Wenchang chicken. In fact, the coastal scenery here is no less than that of neighboring Haikou. Wenchang, surrounded by the sea on three sides, has one-seventh of the total coastline of the province. The quiet and elegant white sand beach surrounds the northeast corner of Hainan Island. Tongguling in Longlou Town is the earliest place to welcome the sunrise in Hainan. Hainan in Puqian Town The horn quietly guards the "Arctic" land of Hainan.

The Mulantou Lighthouse and the coconut grove in the eastern suburbs have appeared on Chinese postage stamps, and the successful launch of the "Long March 7" rocket has written China's only coastal rocket launch base into the history of space. Wenchang is also a famous hometown of overseas Chinese. Wenchang people who came out of Qinglan Port and Puqian Port are now spreading all over the world. The preserved arcade streets and Nanyang mansions bear the nostalgia of the returned overseas Chinese for their hometown. Attractions in Wenchang City

Wencheng Town is the old town of Wenchang. The Wennan Old Street full of arcades and the historical building Confucius Temple are here. With the opening of the Qinglan Bridge and the relocation of the municipal government, the original Qinglan Town became the Qinglan Development Zone, with rows of high-rise buildings and hotels built next to the free and beautiful beach.

Wencheng and Qinglan make up the two major parts of Wenchang urban area. You can easily take a high-speed rail or bus from Haikou and other places on the Hainan East Line for a day trip. Outside the urban area, the coconut groves in the eastern suburbs and the Nanyang mansions scattered in the countryside are also attractions not to be missed. For those who do not drive or cycle by car, it will take at least two days to visit leisurely.

Wennan Old Street

Free

In the 1920s, overseas Chinese businessmen from Wenchang returned to their hometowns one after another, opened shops, and sold Nanyang products. Wennan was The old streets are lined with arcades and are very popular. Starting from the archway of "Wennan Old Street" on Wenjian Road, the old street winds along the Wenchang River for 1 kilometer, taking you back to the prosperity of a century ago. The words "Zibei" and "Pingchang" on the left and right of the front of the archway are the former names of Wenchang. The Wangcheng Tower on the north side is the tallest building in the old street.

At first glance, the old street’s bluestone roads and gray arcade buildings have a sense of age. The light brown shutters and colorful wooden signboards become bright colors in the low-key background. The stone railings, gilded carvings of pediments, and various curved shapes reveal a strong Nanyang accent. From the triangular, semicircular, and water-curved window lintels, you can also get a glimpse of European, Islamic, and Chinese styles. mash up.

The overly tidy appearance of the building makes people doubt the identity of the centenarian on Wennan Street. In fact, due to disrepair, the old street was reinforced and rebuilt in 2012 in an attempt to restore the appearance of a hundred years ago. You can go to the Sanjiang Street area across the river to find out what the old street looked like before it was renovated. The clothing stores and toy stores under the arcade are still shopping places for local customers, and real life scenes of Wenchang people are also staged in the tea shops.

Confucius Temple

15/13 yuan in peak season/off season

8:00～17:30

In Wenchang, where culture and education are valued, Since the day it was built, the Confucius Temple has been the spiritual support for Wenchang students to study hard and pass the exams. Because of its large scale and complete preservation, it is known as the "No. 1 Temple in Hainan". However, the most unique thing about Wenchang Confucius Temple is that it is the only Confucius temple in China that does not open the south gate (main entrance). In the Ming Dynasty, the people of Wenchang swore not to get the number one scholar or open the main entrance. Unfortunately, until the imperial examination was abolished, Hainan could not produce a number one scholar.

Entering from the ceremonial gate on the east side, there are Lingxing Gate, Zhuangyuan Bridge, Confucius statue, Dacheng Gate, and the main hall dedicated to Confucius - Dacheng Hall on the central axis of the Confucius Temple. The lives of the four sages and twelve philosophers of Confucius are displayed in the east and west verandas. The building complex is low in the west and high in the east. To the west is the Confucius Temple, to the east is the Wenchang Palace dedicated to Emperor Wenchang and the Weiwen Academy built in the Qing Dynasty. From the backyard in the northeast corner, you can see the multiple roofs of the building complex.

Dongjiao Coconut Grove

Free

When the beauty of Hainan was first known to the world, mainland tourists usually only visited Haikou and Dongjiao Coconut Grove when visiting Hainan. I walked around the place in a hurry and then went back. Dongjiao Coconut Grove is the nearest coconut grove beach to Haikou and a symbol of Wenchang tourism. It has gentle coconut breeze, clear water and white sand, and stretches for 15 kilometers of coastline. It is the longest coastal coconut palm corridor in China.

Enter from the "entrance" of Coconut Grove, Bai Laima Resort, and walk through the resort to Coconut Grove Beach. On one side are clear water and blue sky, on the other side are vast tracts of coconut groves. It truly has a 360-degree beauty with no blind spots. The beach is also well maintained. You can also rent a bicycle and walk through the densely woven coconut grove paths to truly experience the land of coconut groves created by nearly two million coconut trees.

Longlou Town

Longlou Town is located at the easternmost end of Wenchang, and is also the "Eastern Pole" of Hainan Island. It has free beaches that are not inferior to Yalong Bay. The beautiful scenery occupied by tourists remains in its most natural state. The more than 20 kilometers of Tongguling and the beautiful coastline were the biggest attractions in the past, but since the "Long March 7" carrier rocket was successfully launched here in 2016, the Aerospace City has become Longlou's new tourist card.

Aerospace Theme Park

Tickets are 130 yuan

9:00～17:00

Don’t be misled by the name, in fact In addition to this official name, people are more accustomed to calling it "Space Launch Center" and "Space City". This is not just a playground for children to expand their knowledge, but a space launch center open to the outside world. The space base started construction in 2009 and was basically completed in 2014. The first "Long March 7" carrier rocket was successfully launched on June 25, 2016. Since then, aerospace has been officially written into the history of Wenchang. The "park" part of the theme park has not yet been built, but being able to see the huge rocket launcher up close is the unique charm here.

You need to take a battery car throughout the tour, and get off at three locations. The first point is the measurement and control center. The launch countdown command seen on TV is issued from here. The second point is the rocket assembly plant. The Long March 5 and Long March 7 are assembled in two adjacent buildings and transported to the third parking point, the launch tower, via a dedicated track for launch. None of the above places can be visited inside, and can only be viewed from a few tens of meters away. Please put away your cell phone and camera. Photography is only allowed within the time and range specified by the tour guide.

The main peak of Tongguling

Free

Sightseeing bus is 20/35 yuan one way/round trip

Tonggu, known as the first peak in Qiongdong The main peak of the ridge is actually only 338 meters above sea level, but it has a majestic momentum because it rises from the sea level. Surrounded by the sea on three sides, the strange rocks and greenery make the scenery here extraordinary. The sightseeing car will take you to the viewing platform on the top of the mountain, where you can enjoy the scenery of the three bays (Moon Bay, Sapphire Sea, Emerald Sea), as well as the checkerboard-like paddy fields and woods. When the weather is good, you can see the colors changing. "Sea of ??Seven Colors".

Moon Bay

Free

The silver-white soft sand beach of Moon Bay is like a crescent moon, which will satisfy your eyes and feet. But just watch. There are many undercurrents and whirlpools hidden in the sea water. Do not swim in the water. Moon Bay is currently occupied by many real estate developments, and the beach can be directly accessed from within the community.

Qishui Bay

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When tourists flock to the same beach in Sanya, other people who know this well may be relaxing in Qishui Bay Enjoy undisturbed sea views. The outline of Qishui Bay is not as elegant as Moon Bay, and the sand is slightly less soft, but the water is bluer due to calmer waves. You can go directly through the Hilton to the beach behind the hotel. The beach is very well maintained, and then walk along the seaside boardwalk through the coconut grove. It's quiet here during the off-peak season, with some people setting up tents on the nearby beach.

Puqian Town

Puqian is located at the northernmost tip of Wenchang and Hainan Island. It is surrounded by the sea on three sides and is bounded by the Zhuxi River and adjacent towns in the south. It is an "island" island". There are proud attractions such as Xibei Academy and Mulan Bay, but few people pay attention to it because it is located in a corner of Wenchang.

Xibei Academy

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Xibei Academy is located in the northeast corner of Wenbei Middle School campus. It was founded by Pan Cun, a famous scholar in the late Qing Dynasty, to revitalize education in his hometown. Except for the east corridor, most of this ancient building with three entrances to the courtyard is well preserved. The carved brackets, door and window lattice and plaques from the Qing Dynasty are very exquisite. The plaque in the lecture hall was put up by Pan Cun himself. The traditional Chinese character "说" is missing one horizontal line and one vertical line, which is intended to remind teachers that their knowledge is boundless and they should be careful in their words and deeds. Xibei Academy became the Wenbei Middle School building after the founding of New China. After the new school building was completed, it is now basically used as a school warehouse. Walk along Changhua Road from Shengli Street to the end. You need to register your name and phone number to enter the school.

Mulan Bay

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Qixing Ridge extends eastward to Mulan Bay, where the Mulantou Lighthouse, known as "Asia's No. 1 Lighthouse", stands. Overlooking the Qiongzhou Strait, Mulan Bay with blue sea and white waves is selected as the most photogenic scenery in front of the shop. On the beach east of the lighthouse, you can see the stone monument of "Hainan Cape", which symbolizes the northernmost point of Hainan. Mulan Bay is almost undeveloped and has few tourists. The bushes on the coast have become a place for black sheep to feed and live. From time to time, traveling companions come here to have picnics and campsites. Wenchang Food

There is a saying in Hainan that “there is no feast without Wenchang Chicken”. The most traditional way to eat Wenchang chicken is to cut it white, which best reflects the original flavor. It is also served with rice cooked in chicken oil and chicken soup, commonly known as "chicken rice". In Hainan, whether it is a banquet, a light meal or a family dish, white-cut Wenchang chicken is the main dish. Wenchang chicken is also highly praised in Hong Kong and Southeast Asia.

It is said that Tianci Village in Tanniu Town is the birthplace of Wenchang Chicken. Many families in the village have started Wenchang Chicken business. The publicity board at the entrance of the village lists the famous brands of restaurants and farmhouses in the village. Eat chicken in the village , you can also hear the boss telling you the story of Wenchang Chicken. The location of Tianci Taste is eye-catching, just 300 meters from the entrance of the village. Wenchang chicken is prepared with white cut, salted chicken, coconut milk, etc., as well as various farm dishes. If you are interested, just say hello to the boss in advance and you can "catch the chicken in the cage" with your own hands.

In addition, even people who don’t like seafood may find it difficult to resist the ubiquitous temptation of seafood in Wenchang, which faces the sea on the Third Ring Road. Each town has its own signature snacks: Jinshan beef jerky, Huiwen glutinous rice flowers, Puqian vinegar, Dongge_Zai? Even if you don't go to these places, you can still eat authentic ones in Wenchang urban area.

Dad’s Tea, which is spread all over the streets and alleys of Wenchang, is more original and simple than Haikou. With a pot of black tea and a snack, locals can sit there from morning till night.