On a large island in the Chinese province of Hainan is the famous park "Deer turned his head." Its other name - Luhuitou - is given in honor of the peninsula of the same name. From the mountains there are magnificent views of the sea and the city. Here you can get acquainted with unique plants and watch animals, take amazing pictures against the backdrop of nature and just relax and unwind. The place is quite popular with tourists, you can book a tour or explore the surroundings on your own.
Short description
The nearest city, a few kilometers from the park "Deer turned his head" - Sanya. You can look at it from a hill, a little over 270 meters in height. It is here that the park "Deer turned his head" is located. He works from early morning until late at night. Therefore, by purchasing entrance tickets, guests can spend the whole day surrounded by nature. In the evening, the lights turn on along the streets, and the walk becomes even more atmospheric. Bright lights illuminate gazebos and trees. During the daytime, the park is usually sunny, rainy weather is rare. From viewing platformsvisitors inspect the panorama, photographed against the backdrop of landscapes. Sunset shots are amazing: you can watch it relatively early, at 6-7 pm.
The infrastructure is quite developed. Everywhere you can buy souvenirs or food and drinks, there are several cafes, recreation areas with benches on the territory. If you wish, you can go up and down the mountain in an electric car.
The Tale of Lovers
The unusual name of the park comes from an old legend. One landowner wished to get beautiful deer antlers and sent a young guy after them. The young man searched for the beast for a long time and found it in the local area, on the mountain. But the animal was so beautiful that the man did not dare to kill him and returned home empty-handed. Then the landowner became furious and ordered the young man's mother to be imprisoned.
The guy again went to the mountains in search of a deer. He found and saved him from the leopard, but history repeated itself again: the young man could not shoot the beast. And then he turned around and turned into a beautiful girl. Upon learning of the trouble, she helped the young man and his mother. The cruel landowner was punished. And the guy and the girl fell in love with each other and soon got married. They built their house on the hill where the park is now.
What can you see?
In these places, totem stones of local peoples have been preserved, to which tourists are happy to be guided by guides. The huge monument dedicated to the heroes of the legend does not go unnoticed. About 12 meters high, it depicts a deer looking back, followed by a girl from the Li people,and on the opposite side, a young man. The statue is located on the top, near the sea.
In the park "Deer turned his head" is a tree of love, on which people hang paper hearts. These symbols mean loy alty and devotion to your lover or beloved. In addition to winding paths and stairs, on the way you will meet an alley of lovers beautifully decorated with plants. Happy newlyweds often come to this place.
Another statue depicting the God of Love, painted in bright colors, pleasing to the eye. Many red ribbons are tied to it in order to keep feelings strong and attract good luck.
How to get to the park "Deer turned his head"?
Finding an attraction on the island is quite simple: it is located on the highest point of the area. For tourists who know Chinese, the locals will be happy to tell you how to get from Sanya to the Deer Turned His Head Park. There are also special signs in English. For those who are not familiar with other languages, it is advisable to build a route in advance and clarify information about transport. Buses and taxis run to the entrance to the park. For the pleasure of driving straight to the top, you will have to pay a significant amount - at least 30 yuan.
Those who want to take a walk can walk to the park from Dadonghai Bay in half an hour. The best time to visit is in the afternoon, after 4 pm. During this period, the heat subsides, and climbing the mountain will not be so difficult. In addition, this attraction is worth seeing in the dark, in the light of brightlights. By booking a tour in advance, travelers can skip the hassle of getting to Deer Turned His Head Park and skip the ticket queues. A person familiar with the site plan will show all the best points for filming and places to relax.
Shopping and food
The entrance to the park can be recognized by bright Chinese lanterns and an English-language sign. A plan of the territory is installed nearby, with the main points of the route marked on it. During the walk, it is worth visiting any cafe or restaurant, which will offer unusual dishes of local cuisine. For example, a cooked turtle. But fruits and soft drinks are especially popular with tourists. It is here that a rare variety grows - red coconut. The atmosphere in some restaurants is quite cozy, where you can not only eat, but also take a break, enjoying the surrounding landscapes and clean air.
Numerous souvenir shops sell various memorabilia: magnets, printed materials. You can give a small gift to loved ones upon returning from a trip. Another way to have fun is to rent binoculars for a small fee. In it you can see the distant silhouettes of houses in Sanya or on the opposite island of Phoenix. There are 28-story modern buildings that magically complement the seascape. Looking around such a panorama, a little tired travelers will feel peace and tranquility. The distant lapping of the waves and the rustle of the leaves complete the setting.
Meet the animals
At the foot of the mountain is locateda small farm where they breed deer. These animals are a symbol not only of the park, but of the entire city of Sanya.
It is not forbidden to take pictures of them, and, having received permission from the owners, you can even stroke or feed the animals. Such an event will especially entertain children and teenagers. It is worth noting that for the smallest, the entrance to the park "Deer turned his head" is free. There are also various discounts on the ticket price for other categories of visitors: students, pensioners. Exact price information should be checked at the box office.
Rest in the park
The development of the infrastructure of the park "Deer turned his head" in Hainan proves the presence of several points with free Wi-Fi in the territory. Directly from there, you can contact your loved ones and post photos on social networks. Nearby are graceful wooden gazebos. Around - an abundance of flowers and greenery, excellent colorful landscapes. In the thicket of the forest, monkeys live, quite friendly towards tourists.
They descend from the branches and beg travelers for sweets. Funny animals can be filmed and photographed, leaving pleasant memories of the trip.
On the way back
The return will not take long: the descent will seem easier and faster than the ascent. Along the way, you can see the sights that have not yet been noticed. For example, you can approach a huge stone of volcanic rock. He is very honored by the locals and is considered a symbol of eternity andlove. Everything around is wrapped in red ribbons, on many you can read hieroglyphs with wishes. Newlyweds or couples in love often come to the park "The Deer Turned His Head". This place is filled with romance, its history evokes the warmest feelings and faith in love. Local beauties will leave visitors with a lot of impressions from what they see and gorgeous photos or videos.
