Rural destinations across China draw holiday crowds with folk festivals, immersive cultural experiences

Rural destinations across China draw holiday crowds with folk festivals, immersive cultural experiences

Rural tourism across China has surged during the National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival holiday, fueled by immersive folk celebrations and innovative cultural markets that are drawing urban travelers to countryside destinations. In Mashan County of Nanning City, south China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, a cultural celebration combining folk customs, local cuisine, intangible heritage, and traditional…

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Foreign tourists flock to China for culture, scenic allure amid holiday visa boost

Foreign tourists flock to China for culture, scenic allure amid holiday visa boost

China’s upgraded visa policies are fueling a surge in foreign tourism during the eight-day National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival holiday, with international visitors flocking to cities such as Chongqing in southwest China to experience the country’s cultural richness and scenic allure. Chongqing has emerged as a popular stop for overseas travelers in recent years due…

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China forecasts average of 2 mln border crossings during upcoming holiday

China forecasts average of 2 mln border crossings during upcoming holiday

China is expected to record an average of 2 million daily border crossings during the upcoming eight-day National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival holiday starting Wednesday, immigration authorities said Sunday. According to the National Immigration Administration (NIA), this year’s holidays, together with favorable policies such as visa-free entry and the resumption of flights, have fueled robust…

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