On September 11, 2018, During the 8th UNESCO World Geopark Congress, the delegation of Zhang Jiajie, deputy mayor Luo Zhibin met with the delegation of Aloka, Portugal, and held an exchange meeting. The two sides signed a sister park agreement.In 2014, During the inspection and evaluation of the Zhangjiajie World Geopark, Professor Artur Sa, Portuguese Aloka expert, expressed strong interest in the world-famous Zhangjiajie quartz sandstone landform and gave high praise. I hope to establish a friendly and cooperative relationship with the Zhangjiajie World Geopark and recommend it to the municipal government of Alocca, Portugal.In September 2017, during the 14th European World Geopark Congress, Zhangjiajie and Aloka delegation reached a consensus on the establishment of sister parks.The Aloka World Geopark in Portugal is located in the north of Portugal and is the second member of Portugal to be approved as a network of European Geoparks and a network of global geoparks. The park has a total area of about 330 square kilometers and is divided by narrow valleys with an average elevation of 200 to 600 meters. The rivers and slopes associated with the current hydrological system are deposited in accordance with the Quaternary modern sedimentary unit, and its high content of Ordovician Discrete slate and the peculiar phenomena associated with specific rock masses have become the main geological features of the park. The park's geological heritage catalogue contains 41 geological sites, including the Canelas slate site and the on-site museum, and the Castanheira structural granite is of particular international importance.Source from Gu Chenjie

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On September 12, the China Food & Catering Expo opened at the Changsha International Convention and Exhibition Center. CPPCC National Committee Vice Chairman Qi Xuchun announced the opening and visited the Expo hall before the opening. CPC Hunan Provincial Committee Deputy Secretary and Hunan Governor Xu Dazhe accompanied.The Chinese cuisine at the Expo attract a lot of foreign friends.Overseas seafood products attract many visitors at the Expo.Source from ENGHUNAN 

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On September 7, 2018, at the Guangdong International Tourism Industry Expo, ten famous tourist attractions such as Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, Shandong Taishan, and Guangxi Weizhou Island were selected as “Top Ten Domestic Destinations”.It is reported that the 2018 Guangdong International Tourism Industry Expo has attracted 60 countries and regions, 22 provinces and municipalities and autonomous regions in China, and 21 cities in Guangdong Province to participate in the exhibition. At the same time, 60 theme and professional events will be held to fully present the current China's new tourism industry.Source from Zhou Zhiqiang/Luo Kewen/Xiang Yan

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According to the news from the Hong Kong SAR Government, the Hong Kong section of the Guangzhou-Shenzhen-Hong Kong Express Rail Link will be officially opened on September 23, 2018. The result is that Changsha to Hong Kong only takes 3 hours and 12 minutes, and the one-way price is only about 532 RMB.   Source from ENGHUNAN

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From August 18 to 24, the 5th Annual China Chang'an Photography Week with the theme "Chinese Landscape for Forty Years" was held in Chang'an Town, Dongguan City, Guangdong Province. Authorized by the Organizing Committee, one hundred landscape photographers nationwide selected China’s top 10 most popular scenic spots for landscape photography through internet voting. Zhangjiajie National Forest Park made the list.The other nine scenic sites included the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, Dunhuang Mogao Grottoes, Potala Palace, Hongcun Ancient Village in Anhui Province, Huangshan Mountain, Jiuzhaigou National Forest Park, Bashang Grassland, and Ali in Tibet. Eight scenic spots on the List of World Heritage Sites evidences the worldwide recognition of the top 10 scenic spots. Translator: Zhan Ping

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Hunan will substantially reduce the ticket prices of at least 27 scenic spots before the late September. The decision was made based on the spirit of the 19th CPC National Congress and the Central Economic Work Conference, and the 2018 Government Work Report.The 27 key scenic spots are:Five 5A-level scenic spots like Wulingyuan Core Scenic Area;Eighteen 4A-level scenic spots such as Taohuayuan Scenic Spot;And four 3A-level scenic spots including Mufu Mountain.These scenic spots will extend the discount period and scope based on their states of operation.Main state-owned scenic spots in Loudi and Chenzhou will be free to tourists over 65 years old.After adopting such large-scale price discount policy, Hunan will witness an annual reduction of over 190 million CNY in scenic spot tickets.1.Wulingyuan Core Scenic Area in ZhangjiajieThe ticket price in tourist peak season (from February to November the next year) is 225 CNY/person. For group tourists or tourists booking tickets online in advance, they can enjoy the ticket price of 182 CNY/person. The valid period of the ticket is 4 consecutive days.The ticket price in tourist off season (from March to November) is 115 CNY/person. For group tourists or tourists booking tickets online in advance, they can enjoy the ticket price of 91 CNY /person. The valid period of the ticket is 4 consecutive days.The ticket price for annual pass is 298 CNY/person.All the above-mentioned prices include the fare of taking eco-friendly cars.These regulations will be implemented from September 22, 2018, with the validity period of 5 years.2.Nanyue Core Scenic Area in HengyangThe ticket price in peak season (from May to October) is 110 CNY/person, and 80 CNY/person for off season (From November to April the next year).These regulations will be implemented from September 22, 2018, with the validity period of 5 years.3.Yueyang Tower Scenic Area in YueyangStarting from August 6, 2018, the ticket price is 70 CNY/person, and the validity period of this regulation is 5 years.Tips:Please refer to the public announcement of each scenic spot for detailed regulations on free admission and half-price ticket. 

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On August 21, the press conference and registration launching ceremony of the 2018 Changsha International Marathon was held at Changsha’s Helong Sports Center. It was hosted by the Chinese Athletic Association, Hunan Sports Bureau, and Changsha Municipal People’s Government. It was organized by the Hunan Provincial Athletics Association and the Changsha Sports Bureau. This year's event is called: “2018 Changsha International Marathon”, it slogan continues to be "Love Changsha, Love Running."It will take place on Sunday October 21, 2018. Twenty-four hundred runners from home and abroad are anticipated to participate in the event. Runners can register through the official website of Changsha International Marathon.Slogan:Love Changsha, Love RunningRace day and date: Sunday, October 21, 2018Registration time: 10:30 August 22 until 17:00 September 7Race events: 1. Marathon (42.195KM) for 8000 participants2. Half Marathon (21.0975KM) for 12000 participants3. Individual Marathon (about 3KM) for 2000 participants4. Family Marathon (about 3KM; 2-4 people/group) for 2,000 participantsRegistration fee:Chinese nationals (including Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan): 60-150 CNY / personForeign: 30-66 $US/personRegistration website gateway: changsha-marathon.com

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Hunan Governor Xu Dazhe visited Zhangjiajie to inspect its tourism industry development, and cultural and ecotourism classic routes on August 8 and 9, 2018. Vice Governor He Baoxiang and Secretary General Wang Qun participated in the inspection tour.Governor Xu stressed that all departments should thoroughly implement Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, and carry forward the essence of Xi Jinping’s important instructions on Hunan. Great efforts should be made to promote integration of different fields, intensify problem-oriented strategies, and accelerate Zhangjiajie’s tourism development based on the principles of higher positions, broader views, creative ideas, high-quality projects, superior services, and stronger market consciousness.The delegation visited Matouxi Village and Shiyanping Village of Wangjiaping Town, the Tianmen Mountain Scenic Area, and the Glass Bridge of Grand Canyon Scenic Area. They learned about the development of rural folk cultural tourism, construction of tourism infrastructure, upgrading of scenic spots, and tourism brand building.During the inspection, Governor Xu had discussions with chiefs from government departments of Zhangjiajie, Changde, Huaihua, and Xiangxi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, as well as representatives from scenic areas including Tianmen Mountain and Xuefeng Mountain.Hunan Governor Xu Dazhe visited Zhangjiajie to inspect its tourism industry development, and cultural and ecotourism classic routes on August 8 and 9, 2018. Vice Governor He Baoxiang and Secretary General Wang Qun participated in the inspection tour.Governor Xu visits Shiyanping Village. (Photo/Zhao Chi, Hunan Daily)Governor Xu inspects Wangjiaping Town. (Photo/Zhao Chi, Hunan Daily)Translator: Wang Xiaolu

News 2018-08-17 14:15 View：1388