Yazhou Ancient City, now known as Yacheng Town in Sanya City, has been the seat of governance for the Yazhou Prefecture throughout various dynasties. Today, few complete ancient relics remain, among which the Yazhou Academy stands out as a representative site. It was once the highest educational institution in ancient Yazhou, and its architecture as well as the preserved antiques are worth savoring.
Yazhou Ancient City was the southern wilderness where emperors exiled rebellious officials after the Tang Dynasty, leaving behind many popular poems and stories. In addition to the well-preserved Yazhou Academy, there are recently renovated landmarks such as the South Gate ‘Civilization Gate’ and the North Gate ‘Jingxiu Gate’ towers, as well as remnants of the city wall foundations and the moat and defensive ditches.
Compared to the city center of Sanya, there are not many tourists in Yazhou Ancient City, and the locals are very friendly, making it a pleasant place to stroll and explore. The ancient city also offers local specialties such as double-layered milk custard and coconut juice, which are authentic in taste. The opening hours are Tuesday to Sunday from 07:00 to 19:00 all year round; closed all day on Mondays.
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