On May 28th, Zhangjiajie first chieftain cultural theme hotel opened in Wulingyuan. Around chieftain culture, In the aspect of hardware and software construction, It shows tujia culture.The hotel, with chieftain culture as the theme, had a total of more than 70 guest rooms and suites. Every room used the ecological environmental protection adornment. The design was exquisite, And the guest room besides antique decorate tonal, Also added a lot of modern technology, Making it the perfect combination of modern and traditional.Translated by Sophia

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On May 28, Zheng Lianghui, a 68-year-old folk artist from Daijialong of Chengjiao Township of Miluo City, made his 70th small dragon boat in his simple work shed. The scaled-down dragon boat, is skillfully carved with high-quality and well-known wood materials like rosewood and camphor wood. Being handmade work, the size of the small dragon boat varies from 60 centimeters to 100 centimeters. With unique characters, the works created by the old artist enjoy great collection value. “The skill is passed down from my forefathers, and the technique improves with experience.” said Zheng Lianghui. At the first national “Chinese Dragon Boat Culture Exhibition” held in 2013, the small dragon boat made by Zheng was included in Chinese Sports Intangible Culture Heritage Protection and Promotion Project. It was also learnt that Zheng’s son has mastered this skill, and Zheng’s nephew has also begun to learn it. Thus this traditional old skill along the Miluo River bank has been passed down to the next generation. An old artist from Miluo making a dragon boatTranslator: Hao JingruSource: Hunan Official Web Portal

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On May 25th, The Chinese academy of engineering, Wangchao visited Zhangjiajie Wulingyuan.Academician Wangchao visited tianzi mountain scenic area, Yuanjiajie scenic spot and Huangshi village. They were attracted by the comfortable environment, at the same time, gave high evaluation of environmental protection work. They hoped that WuLingYuan would continue to do a good job in ecological environment protection of scenic spot, Making more visitors enjoy Wulingyuan beautiful natural scenery.Translated by Sophia

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he delegation of"Cultural China· Master Lecture"left for Europe on May 24 and will deliver a speech at Association Des Amis De Nouvelles D’europe in France at 14 o’clock on May 27, so as to present the brilliant Huxiang cultural feast to the overseas Chinese in Europe. The delegation is being headed by Xiao Xiangqing, director of the Foreign and Overseas Chinese Affairs Office of Hunan Province and Zhang Jiewo, director of the Liaison Office of the Foreign and Overseas Chinese Affairs Office of Hunan Province.Zheng Jiaming and Tang Haoming, experts in Huxiang culture, will deliver lectures at the forum. Mr. Tang is the former Deputy Director of the Publicity Department of the CPC Hunan Provincial Committee, chairman of the 6th Hunan Social Sciences Federation, and general producer of The Dynasty of Empire Yongzheng. Mr. Tang acts as the Chairman of the Hunan Writers Association and is the author of Zeng Guofan.Translator: Zhang MinsiSource: Hunan Official Web Portal

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It is reported that flight from Taizhong to Zhangjiajie is to run with 4 flights each week in June this year, Which will boost tourist market between Taiwan and Zhangjiajie.Zeng Xuejun, The vice manage of Taizhong Xitai Travel Agency expressed its significance on tourism on both sides, “In light of the important status of Zhangjiajie in Taiwan’s tourist market, 4 more flights will be open to commute between Taizhong and Zhangjiajie. It will help release the tension of airplane in Taizhong and also fulfill people’s wish to visit Zhangjiajie”Taizhong is located in the middle of Taiwan with an area of 2,215 square kilometers. It has a population of 2.7 million people, Which is the developmental core of central Taiwan. With mild climate and beautiful environment, It is recognized as the most suitable livable city.Translated by Zumi

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On Dragon-boat festival small vacation period, The first Zhangjiajie landform 5D experience pavilion will be free to primary and middle school students under the age of 19.It is understood that from May 31st to June 2nd, The primary and middle school students under the age of 19, With the effective certificate such as student card, ID card, residence booklet or passport, Will be free into the 5D museum experience pavilion.In experience pavilion, People can be free to enjoy 5D movie, Through sound, light, electricity and other modern facilities, experiencing zhangjiajie natural big change. During the period, Zhangjiajie world geological park museum will also carry out science earth science knowledge, To develop the popularization of biological, ecological and environmental protection knowledge.Translated by Sophia

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On May 15,2013, Zhangjiajie Government held a press conference in Changsha and issued the information that primary and secondary school students from all around the world will be allowed to visit core sceneries in Zhangjiajie for free since June 1st.Cheng Danfeng, the vice-mayor of Zhangjiajie city introduced the following details：Valid period: June 1st this year(2013) to May 31 next year(2014);Free to whom :Students below 19 years old at home and aboard;Free scenic regions: ZJJ Wulingyuan Core Scenic Zone(Except the Eco-bus fees)and ZJJ Grand Canyon. All the transportation tools will carry on preferential prices;Certificates requested: Valid certificates such as ID cards, Residence booklets, Passport.Mr.Cheng also stated that this promotion measure aims at bringing Zhangjiajie’s ecological and environmental advantages into full play. More over, it helps the realization of building Beautiful China and sharing cultures of natural heritage.By Aileen

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Zhangjiajie Xibu Street is located in the famous scenic area, Wulingyuan district. It is an unique collection of cultural tourism which comprehensively blends bar street above river, Chinese special food street, Xiangxi folk shopping boutique street, lounge inns, creative workshops and so on. Below is a few pictures of its lively and beautiful night life here. If you really enjoy them, why not come here to spend a wonderful night?Translated by Zumi

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