Hey there! Did you know that in China, people are having tons of fun with some super cool local events? 🌟 Instead of just visiting famous places, travelers are finding joy in exciting activities like soccer tournaments, icy festivals, spicy hot pots, and yummy barbecues! Let’s dive into these awesome happenings!
Soccer Fever in Jiangsu Province 🏆⚽️
This summer, the “Su Chao” (short for Jiangsu Super League) became a surprise hit! It’s a soccer tournament featuring teams from 13 cities in Jiangsu Province. What’s special? The players are a mix of professionals, students, and even small business owners! 😃
With nearly 90,000 fans cheering in the stadiums since May 10th, cities hosting the matches got creative. They offered fans discounts to local attractions, yummy food festivals, and cozy hotels. This made more people want to visit, boosting tourism and local businesses! 🎉
Harbin’s Winter Wonderland ❄️☃️
Have you ever seen giant ice sculptures that glow in the night? In Harbin, a city in northeast China, winter turns into a magical wonderland! Famous for its annual Ice and Snow Festival, Harbin attracts millions with its sparkling ice creations and fun winter activities. 🛷
In the winter of 2024, Harbin went viral online! Short videos showed not just the icy beauty but also the warm hearts of its people. Tourists braved the cold to enjoy steaming frozen pears (yes, frozen! 🍐), joyful street performances, and dazzling light shows. Harbin became the place everyone wanted to be! ✨
Tianshui’s Spicy Hot Pot Delight 🍲🔥
In early 2024, the small city of Tianshui in Gansu Province became famous because of a delicious bowl of spicy hot pot! Unlike other hot pots, Tianshui’s version has hand-rolled noodles, fresh veggies, and a rich broth simmered slowly. Yum! 😋
The city welcomed visitors by adding shuttle buses, training friendly helpers, and offering discounts at nearby attractions. Guess what? Over 31 million people visited Tianshui in just the first half of 2024! That’s a lot of hot pot fans! 🥢
Zibo’s Sizzling Barbecue Craze 🍢🌟
In the spring of 2023, Zibo, an industrial city in Shandong Province, became super popular because of its unique barbecue style. Imagine bite-sized meat grilled over tiny stoves, served with flatbread, green onions, and tasty dipping sauce. Delicious! 🤤
Zibo quickly set up special “barbecue trains,” more buses, and late-night food markets. They even made sure the food was extra safe and clean. The city created fun travel routes combining barbecue and sightseeing. It was a big hit, and people loved the “BBQ + tourism” experience! 🚂🍖
Why It’s Awesome! 😎
These events show that sometimes the best adventures are found in local fun and yummy food! So next time you think about traveling, maybe look for cool activities and tasty treats. Who knows? You might discover something amazing! 🌍❤️
Reference(s):
Beyond landmarks, China's grassroots events fuel new tourism booms
cgtn.com
