# Dongpo Academy (东坡书院)

Central and Western Hainan, Hainan Province · South China, China · Guidebook rating: 4/5
Canonical: https://cnatrip.com/en/places/dongpo-academy
Language: en

## Key facts

- **Admission:** Peak season ¥25; off-season ¥21
- **Time needed:** 1 hour
- **Getting there:** Take a high-speed train from Sanya to Baimajing Station in Danzhou, then take a taxi; or take a taxi from Danzhou Bus Station to Juntun Bus Station, then a bus from Juntun to Zhonghe, and a local tricycle to the site.
- **Good for:** History & Culture, Nature

## About Dongpo Academy

Dongpo Academy was the highest seat of learning in Danzhou throughout history. Built to commemorate Su Shi of the Northern Song dynasty, its Zaijiu Hall, Zaijiu Pavilion, Aotang Niche and other structures are antique and charming. Zaijiu Hall was where Su Dongpo and his son lived and studied. The Dongpo bamboo hat sold near the site is a well-known local craft, and you may wish to buy one as a souvenir.

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Source: China Self-Guided Travel 2025 (《中国自助游》, Tianjin Science & Technology Press, Aug 2024), p. 2573. Prices, hours and transport details are as printed in the August 2024 edition and may have changed. Always confirm with the venue before you travel.
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