In addition to being a famous holiday destination, Sanya is also a major fishing port. If you are a seafood lover, then you’ve come to the right place.

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Due to Sanya’s proximity to the ocean and large local fishing fleet, the city boasts an amazing array of seafood at the many seaside restaurants, seafood square venues, and markets throughout the town.

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With chewy flesh and delicately mild sweet flavor, the shellfish are widely enjoyed by residents and tourists in Sanya. Shellfish are available in a stunning variety in the city, and featured in a variety of menu items here.

Sourced locally, shellfish in Sanya is famous for its freshness. Diners here can enjoy some of the freshest seafood in the country, at affordable prices.

We have made a list of popular types of shellfish that visitors to Sanya might find on menus throughout the city.

1.Green Lipped Mussel

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2.Asiatic Hard Clam

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3.Yellow Cockle

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4.Baby Clam

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5.Scallop

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6.Razor Clam

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7.Razor Shell

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8.Knobbed Shell

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9.Geoduck Clam

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10.Flower Shell

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11.Mango Seashell

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12.Green Turban Snail

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13.Abalone

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14.Oyster

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15.Hard Clam

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16.Short-necked Clam

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17.Tapestry Shell

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18.Pen Shell

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19.Tower Shell

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20.Tuba Shell

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21.Spider Conch

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22.Melo Shell

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23.Rock  Whelk

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24.Blood Clam

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