Yalong

Yalong is a place-name in China that refers to more than one location. The two most widely recognized are the Yalong River in Sichuan Province and Yalong Bay on Hainan Island.

Yalong River is a major river in southwestern China and part of the Yangtze River system. It rises in the Qionglai Mountains of western Sichuan and flows eastward across the province, draining a portion of the Sichuan basin. The river supports agricultural water use and regional hydropower development, and its basin is valued for biodiversity and scenic landscapes. In the broader Yangtze watershed, the Yalong contributes to regional water resources and ecological networks.

Yalong Bay is a coastal area on the south side of Hainan Island, near the city of Sanya. It is known as a tourist destination featuring a long beach and clear waters, and forms the core of the Yalong Bay National Resort District. The bay area hosts a concentration of hotels and recreational facilities, and includes protected marine zones that support snorkeling, swimming, and other seaside activities.