Category: Historical Haikou

For more than six centuries, Drum Tower has watched over old Fucheng, guarding the gates of Qiongzhou’s prefectural capital and enduring into modern Haikou ...

Learn how Xiuying Fort, built in 1891 after the Sino–French War, became one of China’s key late-Qing coastal defenses with five batteries and underground chambers ...

Explore the rich history of Hai Rui, a revered figure of the Ming Dynasty, and his enduring legacy in Haikou. From his humble life to the significance of his tomb ...

Dive into the history of Haikou's Tin Hau Temple, a 700-year-old architectural marvel located on Zhongshan Road, Qilou Old Town, Haikou ...

Discover the fascinating history of the Peking Man and other significant archaeological finds at the Zhoukoudian Site Cultural Exhibition, currently on display at the Hainan Museum ...

The Five Officials Temple in Haikou, also known as the "First Building of Hainan," honours notable figures from Hainan’s history and offers a tranquil retreat amidst the bustling city ...

What’s the oldest part of Haikou? How did "Smelly Alley" get its name? Why are the "Seven Wells, Eight Lanes and Thirteen Streets" significant? Discover Fucheng's historical streets and stories …

Discover an ancient alleyway in Haikou that whispers tales of scholars, ancestral homes, and noisy tea houses …

Dashi Lane in Haikou, lined with traditional Lingnan architecture, invites visitors to explore the rich cultural heritage and stories of past scholars and officials who once lived here ...