Beihai (北海)

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Area & Population

Area: 3,337 km² (prefecture-level city)
Population: Approximately 1.7 million (2020 census)

Name Origin

Beihai means "north sea" in Chinese, named for its location on the northern shore of the Beibu Gulf. It was historically an important port and treaty port in Guangxi.

Happiness Index

7.0/10 — Residents enjoy a balanced lifestyle with modern amenities and cultural richness.

Metro & Transport

Beihai Fucheng Airport (BHY) offers flights to major Chinese cities. Beihai Railway Station connects to Nanning and other cities on the Nanning–Beihai high-speed line. City buses and taxis serve the city.

Universities

Beihai University of Art and Design and Beihai Vocational and Technical College are the main local higher-education institutions.

Natural Resources

Beihai has a tropical monsoon climate, beautiful beaches, mangroves, and coral reefs. Silver Beach (Yintan) is famous for its long, flat, white-sand beach.

Attractions in Beihai

Must-see spots include Silver Beach, Beihai Old Street (with colonial-era architecture), Weizhou Island (volcanic island), and the Mangrove Nature Reserve.

Popular Routes

Day 1: Walk Beihai Old Street and relax on Silver Beach.
Day 2: Take a ferry to Weizhou Island to see volcanic landscapes and seafood markets.

Food & Dining

Beihai is famous for fresh seafood, especially crab, shrimp, and fish. Try Hainanese-style chicken rice, seafood noodles, and tropical fruit from the south.

Shopping

Pearl jewelry from Beihai, dried seafood, tropical fruits, and Vietnamese-style goods are popular. Main shopping areas are around Beibuwan Square and the old port.

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