From September 19th to 21st, the "Foreign Internet Celebrities Exploring Shanwei" short video collection and exchange event took place in Shanwei, attracting eight internet influencers from countries including Russia, India, Egypt, the Republic of Korea, Bangladesh, Australia, and Poland. They used short videos to share their unique experiences in Shanwei with the world.
Tell the "Red Stories" to the world
"There are two Red Squares in the world: one in my hometown of Russia and one in Haifeng, Guangdong." In front of the Former Site of Honggong Hongchang Memorial Museum, Russian influencer @Ali in Shenzhen (Ali在深圳), who has over 3 million followers on Douyin, said enthusiastically to the camera.
The "Foreign Internet Celebrities Exploring Shanwei" short video collection and exchange event takes place in Shanwei.
This is the hometown of Peng Pai, an outstanding member of the Communist Party of China who was praised by Comrade Mao Zedong as the "Leader of the Peasant Movement". It is also the birthplace of China's first Red Soviet regime, having received numerous honors, including the "National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit".
"It's my first time seeing such a distinctive red culture district in China! I should capture this with my camera quickly!" said Egyptian influencer @Laoli in China (老李在中国), who has nearly 2 million followers on Douyin, excitedly snapping a photo of the fleeting scenery through the car window."
Internet influencers visit the Former Site of the Honggong Hongchang Memorial Museum in Haifeng County.
The visiting group takes a group photo in front of the Former Site of Honggong Hongchang Memorial Museum.
"Green ecology" in sight
Internet influencers use VR telescopes to view the full expanse of Haifeng Wetland.
Stepping into the coastal ecological tourism area in Haifeng County, it feels like entering an ink-wash painting. Earlier this year, the area was successfully designated as a national 3A-level tourist attraction, becoming one of the most beloved "green beauty spots" for locals.
"The sunlight shoots through the rosy clouds, and the autumn water is merged with the boundless sky into one hue…" Australian blogger Scott Tildesley couldn't help but recite a poem; he felt Wang Bo's verses perfectly described the early autumn scenery of the lake wetland.
The visiting group takes a group photo in Haifeng County's coastal ecological tourism area.
Visitors also appreciated the charm of "China's Hometown of Waterbirds" at the Dahu Bird Science Museum, where they could use VR telescopes to view the expansive landscapes of Haifeng's Gongping Wetland, Dahu Wetland, and Dongguan Liananwei Wetland, along with an exciting 5D movie experience. The museum features lifelike bird specimens and models, vividly showcasing Haifeng County's diverse wetland scenery and rich bird resources.
"The 5D movie was amazing; listening to the birds' stories about resting, wintering, and breeding here made me feel the Chinese determination to protect the environment as carefully as one protects their eyes," remarked blogger Jin Minrui (金敏瑞) from the Republic of Korea.
Internet influencers experience the thrilling excitement of a 5D movie.
Let "blue cultural tourism" shine globally
At sunset, influencers gathered at the Ancient Castle Café and Furi Bay in the Honghai Bay Economic Development Zone in Shanwei.
They snapped photos at the Ancient Castle Café.
The Honghai Bay, known as "China's Best Surfing Bay", showcased spectacular waves crashing against the rocks. Indian blogger Leilishi (雷力士) expressed his amazement, stating, "Having coffee in such a magnificent setting is incredibly relaxing!"
Internet influencers listen to stories from young entrepreneurs returning home.
It is said that Furi Bay attracted about 7,800 tourists on its opening day, with an average daily passenger flow volume of 2,500.
The visiting group takes a group photo in front of the Honghai Bay Ancient Castle Café.
This was followed by a feast of seafood dishes like sea urchin fried rice and curry crab, marinated shrimp, mackerel fish balls. The sumptuous seafood feast left the influencers delighted. The sweetness of the crab, the tenderness of the fish, and the springiness of the shrimp made everyone exclaim, "delicious!"
The Chenzhou oyster is widely praised for its qualities of being "fat, tender, fresh, and beautiful", making it a vivid example of Shanwei's brand "Shanwei Leads World's Seafood in Freshness".
Internet influencers visit an oyster culture exhibition.
"I really envy the people of Shanwei! They get to eat such delicious seafood every day and enjoy such beautiful seaside views!" said @Maco in Dongguan (Maco在东莞), a blogger from Saudi Arabia, in front of the camera. He hoped that through the shared experiences of the visiting group members on social media, more people around the world would come to know, understand, and love Shanwei.
Text/Photo/Video | Nanfang Plus reporter Chen Xinxin
Editor | Zhang Xuanzhen, Nina, James
