[1] This island, located at the mouth of the Nandu River, has a population of approximately 4,000 people.
[2] Xinbu Island effectively splits the Nandu River as it flows north to the sea.
Almost the entire island is populated, and developed in a similar way to suburban Haikou, with the highest density being the east side.
A large strip along the western part has been developed into luxury homes.
This area comprises the entire northern coast and is composed of sand and earth surrounded by a seawall to prevent erosion.