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Haikou, Hainan: Exploring China's Unexpected Tropical Gem

This Chinese City Is NOT What I Expected

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This Chinese City Is NOT What I Expected. This China travel video was filmed by Cori Ander . Watch the full journey and explore the filming details and destinations on this page.

Hainan, the tropical island in the south of China, is a popular tourist destination for mainland Chinese and is often referred to as "China’s Hawaii." I started my trip to Hainan with a visit to its capital city: Haikou.

After spending time in Guangzhou and Shenzhen, arriving in Haikou — a tier 3 city with a population of just 3 million — felt almost like a culture shock. I was genuinely surprised by the people, the markets, and the architecture as I wandered through the colourful streets of the Old Town.

--- Cori Ander
June 5, 2025, Summer in China

Travel Guides & Tips in this video

The available chapters name stops in Haikou, Hainan: a Communist memorial, Old Town, a pedestrian street, a local wet market, shops and the Old Clock Tower. The chapter sequence begins with a welcome to Hainan Island and ends at the clock tower.

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This Chinese City Is NOT What I Expected

Haikou's historic area

The chapter list starts with a welcome to Hainan Island and a visit to a Communist memorial. It then moves to Old Town Haikou and a pedestrian street.

Market and local landmarks

Later chapters cover a local wet market, more of Old Town, local shops and the Old Clock Tower. The listed stops form a walking itinerary through Haikou.

FAQs (From the traveler's perspective)

Q: Which city is named in the itinerary?
A: The chapters identify Haikou in Hainan.
Q: What kinds of stops appear in the chapter list?
A: It names a memorial, Old Town, a pedestrian street, a local wet market, local shops and the Old Clock Tower.
Q: What is the final listed landmark?
A: The chapter sequence ends at the Old Clock Tower.

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Haikou, Hainan: Exploring China's Unexpected Tropical Gem

Hainan, the tropical island in the south of China, is a popular tourist destination for mainland Chinese and is often referred to as "China’s Hawaii." I started my trip to Hainan with a visit to its capital city: Haikou. After spending time in Guangzhou and Shenzhen, arriving in Haikou — a tier 3...

Cori Ander's Hainan adventure begins in Haikou, a city that surprised her. From the bustling streets of the Old Town to the vibrant local markets, Haikou offered an unexpected cultural immersion. Explore this tropical paradise with Cori as she navigates charming streets, discovers hidden gems, and experiences the unique atmosphere of this lesser-known Chinese city. Get ready for a captivating journey filled with unexpected delights!