The Yongqing Temple's Houhai in Chengmai, Hainan, boasts stunning beaches, clear waters, and coconut groves

The Yongqing Temple in Chengmai, Hainan, faces the sea, and exiting from the temple's back door leads directly to the Houhai behind Yongqing Temple. It's a super niche spot. With vast beaches, clear waters, coconut groves, beach chairs, and breathtaking views, it's incredibly photogenic. The library on the second floor by the sea, copying scriptures, and gazing at the ocean. Next door, the Yongqing Coffee offers homemade snacks and plain noodles. The winding West Coast beach stretches all the way to the China-Africa Friendship Pier. The seaside church on Yingbin Peninsula and the pink tents on the beach are also exceptionally charming and beautiful.