Luhuitou Park: Where Legend Meets Panorama
Location & Legend
Perched on a 181m-high peninsula southwest of Sanya (18°14'N, 109°31'E), this 82.88-hectare AAAA site is named after a Li hunter’s pursuit of a magical deer that transformed into a maiden—a tale immortalized in the park’s 15m granite sculpture.
Key Attractions
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The Deer Sculpture
- The centerpiece depicts the moment the deer turns its head, crafted in 1984 with 3D laser mapping for anatomical precision. At sunset, the statue casts a golden glow visible from Phoenix Island.
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Love-Themed Sites
- "Eternal Love" Stone: Engraved by General Zhang Aiping (1980s), where couples attach red padlocks.
- "Sea-Erodes-But-Rock-Remains": Ancient seabed formations symbolizing steadfast love.
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Eco-Cultural Highlights
- Li Village: Hosts bamboo dances and brocade-weaving demos daily at 11 AM/3 PM.
- Canopy Walkway: Winds through 400+ plant species, including endangered Hainan gibbons’ fig trees.
Experiences
- Sunset Deck: 270° views of Sanya Bay’s "Glass Sunset" (best 5:30–6:30 PM).
- Night Lights: AI-powered illuminations (7–10 PM) project the love legend onto cliffs.
Visitor Tips
- Free entry (since July 2022); ¥28 for electric carts to the summit.
- Avoid crowds: Weekday mornings or post-4 PM for sunset.
- Hidden gem: "Whispering Rocks" echo when struck—locals believe it carries lovers’ vows.
Awards & Culture
- 2021 "Zero-Waste Scenic Spot" for recycling 90% of visitor waste.
- Featured in CCTV’s "Charming China" (2023) for its "Love Lock Renewal Ceremony".
Luhuitou isn’t just a park—it’s Sanya’s living heart, where every sunset writes a new love story.
