Hey there! Have you ever thought about how flowers can change people’s lives? 🌼 In the beautiful city of Lijiang, in southwest China’s Yunnan Province, something amazing is happening!
The Magic of Flowers
At the Lijiang Modern Flower Industrial Park, flowers aren’t just pretty—they’re helping communities grow and thrive! 🌷 Thanks to cool technology like smart greenhouses and soilless cultivation (that’s growing plants without soil!), they’re able to grow tons of roses and calla lilies.
But that’s not all! They use an integrated water and fertilizer system to take care of the plants efficiently. Over 85% of the greenhouses use this system. Talk about high-tech gardening! 🤖🌿
Flowers Around the World
Because Lijiang has its own airport nearby, these fresh flowers can be sent to big cities like Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou in just 36 hours! ✈️ And guess what? They’re also sold in countries like Japan, Vietnam, and Russia. How cool is that?
Helping Local Communities
Over 300 people from nearby villages work at the flower park. The average monthly income is over 4,000 yuan (about $557). During busy seasons, they can earn more than 7,000 yuan! 💰 That’s a big help for families.
A Special Visitor
Recently, Chinese President Xi Jinping visited the park. He chatted with villagers and technicians, asking about the flowers and how everyone is doing. He said, “Your work is thriving and aligns with the path of modern agriculture. May your lives be as beautiful as flowers.” 🌺 Isn’t that a wonderful wish?
The Flower Economy
Yunnan is known as the “Plant Kingdom” because of its unique climate and geography. For years, it has been the top producer of fresh-cut flowers in China. In fact, in recent years, they grew over 20 billion fresh-cut flowers! 🌹🌻
The flower industry provides jobs for lots of people—380,000 directly and over a million indirectly. There’s even a big flower auction center where flowers are bought and sold super fast—each deal takes just 4 seconds! ⏱️
Culture Meets Tourism
President Xi also visited the Old Town of Lijiang, a place with over 800 years of history. It’s so special that it’s a UNESCO World Heritage site! 🏰 He said, “The town’s culture, scenery, and folk traditions are truly captivating.”
The town has been working hard to protect its history while welcoming visitors. Young people are starting businesses, sharing their traditions, and helping the town grow. From January to September last year, over 17 million tourists visited Lijiang! 🧳
A Bright Future
With flowers and culture, Lijiang is blooming into a place where tradition meets modern life. It’s a great example of how communities can grow and thrive by embracing what makes them unique. 🌟
So next time you see a beautiful flower, remember the magic happening in places like Lijiang, where flowers are bringing joy and prosperity to many people! 🌸💖
Reference(s):
China advances high-quality rural development based on local condition
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