With the National Day holiday halfway through, data from the Department of Culture and Tourism of Guangdong Province shows that from October 1st to 4th, scenic spots rated 4A and above across the province received a total of 14.46 million visitors, marking a 6.3% year-on-year increase. Along the ancient post roads, 2.19 million visitors were received, while classic red tourism sites welcomed 1.118 million visitors, rural tourism spots and ancient villages attracted 1.466 million tourists, and public cultural institutions recorded 1.382 million visits, all experiencing varying degrees of growth.
Visitors flocking to Qingyuan's Gu Long Gorge Scenic Area
In terms of culture and tourism integration, the Department of Culture and Tourism of Guangdong Province coordinated performance resources, launching the "Journey to Lingnan" series, which included tours of outstanding performances and grassroots showcases. The Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum also organized activities such as lantern-making and traditional craft experiences, encouraging public participation and enhancing cultural identity. Various regions actively rolled out convenience and benefit activities, with Shenzhen issuing cultural and tourism festival packages, offering low-altitude flight experience vouchers, and promoting a comprehensive low-altitude tourism industry to attract global visitors.
Guangdong has rolled out a variety of cultural and tourism events, including food festivals, shopping promotions, auto expos, and performing arts, meeting the diverse needs of holiday travelers. The Guangzhou Southern Song and Dance Troupe's new musical "Black Pineapple (I Like You)" premiered at the Grandview Theater from October 2nd to 7th, blending elements of Yingge Dance and modern musical drama to showcase the region's rich cultural charm. In Foshan's Shunde District, the "Travel with Food" Cultural Week at Chencun Flower World combined gourmet delights with folk performance art, offering visitors a comprehensive cultural and tourism experience.
Shenzhen's Jiaochangwei Beach
Rural tourism activities were equally varied, catering to different visitor preferences. Heyuan showcased She ethnic culture, Jiangmen hosted food events, Yangjiang celebrated the Harvest Festival, and Qingyuan launched a Forest Mecha Festival, enhancing visitors' engagement and enjoyment. Each region enriched its offerings with folk activities and theme park experiences, creating a unique tourism appeal. Meanwhile, the opening of the new pavilion at Zhuhai Aerospace Land allowed visitors to explore the latest achievements in aerospace and national defense, providing diverse tourism experiences.
Source: Lingnan on the Cloud
