What is the most attracting thing of Hainan International Tourism Island? Accessible beaches, crystal-clear water, quirky artefacts or the fascinating culture of ethnic minorities? Let’s follow Max Silk, winner of “When Koala Meets Panda” 2018 China-Australia Short Video Contest, to explore Hainan province – Hawaii of China, and find the hidden gems in this the beautiful island.

When it comes to Hainan, you might think of the endless coastline and the modern, perfect-developed resorts. This time, let’s follow Max Silk to discover the touching stories hidden on this island. Tianya Haijiao, “the end of the earth”, represents the romantic legend regarding the Chinese version of Romeo and Juliet. In Dongfang, a county-level city locates in the west side of Hainan, you can find a war memorial marking the generous help offered to the Australian Gull Force by warm-hearted Laoou residents during the World WarⅡ. While this memorial has become an eternal memory of this piece of history, it is also one of the best testimonies of the longstanding friendship between China and Australia.