Baofeng Lake, Zhangjiajie, had managed a reception volume of 34,350 during four days from September 30 to October 4, 2012, with a year-on-year increase of 94%. The most exciting point was that on October 2, it receipted 12,000 tourists, which was the first time it had managed a daily reception of over 10 thousand. That certainly has been the peak since it was built.Independent tour by car was very popular and heated. On October 3, there were independent tourists by car from almost 10 different provinces such as Hubei, Yunnan, Guizhou, Guangdong, Beijing, Jiangxi, etc. accounting for 40% of the total reception volume. Thanks to the orderly guidance, everything went smoothly.All was in order since one single spot was matched with an employee in charge and another 4 tour commentators were involved in the Golden Week. As a result, a waiting line never appeared. More over, employees were highly praised by tourists through their helping to hand in pamphlets, provide consulting service and even to buy tickets, take care of children temperately and take photos for families and so on.Translated by Vincent Chou

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According to the statistics provided by the 12315 Focal Point for Consumer’s Rights of Zhangjiajie Industrial and Commercial Bureau, this point adopted the system of 24 hours online from September 30 to October 7, 2012. Among 263 calls, 235 were for consulting about local tourism information while 28 for complain, which concerning unreasonable sum of 70,583 RMB of which 60,889 has been redeemed.It seemed 19 calls were from tourists and mainly for five aspects known as food, living condition, transportation, tour, and shopping. Notwithstanding, among the entire, 125 were for consulting and 110 for appealing during this Golden Week. And tourists consulted mostly for where to park, the information of tourists facilities among all sightseeing spots, and services like reserving hotels online.Translated by Vincent Chou

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Up to October 7, 2012, the transportation had managed perfect work during Middle Autumn Day and the Golden Week with a carrying volume of 492,200 tourists.To be more precise, Zhangjiajie Railway Station had a reception of 114,100 tourists, with a year-on-year increase of 19.1%; Lotus Airport (Hehua Airport) 32,100 tourists within 266 planes, equaling the statistic based on the same period of last year; highways 348,000 tourists through 18,600 vehicles, growing by 34.24% against the same period of last year.Translated by Vincent Chou

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Hunan province's Zhangjiajie National Forest Park is one of those places that wows the senses. It's defined by its mountains, which are the very definition of vertical. Impossibly thin pillars of stone stretch up toward the heavens, creating the sheerest of cliffs. For centuries this place has captured the attentions of Chinese painters, and more recently has inspired floating mountains in James Cameron's blockbuster film, Avatar. It's obvious why this place was chosen to become China's first national forest park, and accordingly developed to show it off. Huangshizhai (Yellow Stone Stronghold) is part of the park which exemplifies what Zhangjiajie is about. Huangshizhai is a small village that is perched 800 meters above the base of the mountain, hedged in by overhanging precipices and with the lushest of vegetation sprouting up from its perches. Locals say "if you haven't been to Huangshizhai, then you haven't really visited Zhangjiajie."A steep hike up to the area takes about three sweaty hours to complete, but most people today opt for the swift five-minute gondola ride which is less scenic, but much easier on the calves. At its top, Huangshizhai offers a three-kilometer pathway which runs a circuit around the peak. The route offers some of the most beautiful of Zhangjiajie's sights, as well as some of its most terrifying heights. The pathway system edges along winding curves that at times border a hundred meters or more of free fall. Lookouts may include glass panel flooring or fencing that allows viewers to lean out over distances that are so tall that the distant ground below is obscured from view by passing mists.In fact, mist (at times heavy) is common in Zhangjiajie's mountain heights. The subtropical climate temperatures range between 10 and 18 degrees throughout the year, and clouds, mist and drizzle all contribute to a moisture level near the saturation point. The moderate and moist environment allows tropical vegetation to flourish on tiny elevated platforms of rock, often sprouting out of cracked cliff faces. At the center of Huangshizhai visitors won't find much of a town anymore, but they will find a variety of tourist amenities selling local snacks, crafts and trinkets. People can also enjoy "free" local culture song and dance performances after taking in the mountain's sights. The site has clearly been developed for tourists, but it has clearly been developed well. The treacherous heights that the paths constantly skirt and their well-thought-out design impressively bring the sights of Huangshizhai to the masses. And the masses do come, with all of their good and bad habits. But even at the busiest of times, the web of Huangshizhai's paths offer corners of solace and stillness to gaze out on fingers of stone poking out of a sea of mist. Getting to Huangshizhai (Yellow Stone Stronghold:From Zhangjiajie train station, catch a bus to Laomuwang. From Laomuwang visitors can either hike up following signs to Huanshizhai, or take a free shuttle bus to the lower cable station to catch the gondola lift. Fees: 245yuan to enter National Forest Park (Senlin Gongyuan)50yuan to use the gondola lift (1 way)Visitors perch on an incredibly high viewing platform at Huangshizhai.Even the pathway between the scenic viewpoints offers majestic views. The views from Huangshizhai look up and down on curious rock formations.A monkey takes a break in the mountain forest of Huangshizhai.The brook at the bottom of Huangshizhai flows through lush subtropical vegetation. Source: english.cri.cn

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During golden week, the public security association brigades put “police for your service”in tickets station square of zhangjiajie national forest park. It won much high praise from tourists.In this period, Chinese and foreign tourists came to help desk for consulting in an endless stream. They sent free safe and cozy cue cards for visitors, more than 12000 tourism publicity materials. For providing 15035 tourists obligation consultants and soving 378 troubles. People felt that the mountain and water of zhangjiajie was beautiful, the police service was more beautiful.Translated by Sophia

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October 8th, zhangjiajie national forest park tickets bureau said that, from September 30th to October 7th, forest park received 145098 people, including tickets 95642, year-on-year growth of 37% last year, refreshing history records, single day average reception were already exceeded ten thousand people.On October 7th, this year’s golden week dropped the curtain. After eight days′ fighting, zhangjiajie national forest park scenic area smoothly and orderly got through the passenger flow peak and ensured the smooth tourists travel. Scenic spot tourism was in order. The number of tourism and tourism revenue hit a high record, realizing final perfect.Golden week not only brought income for zhangjiajie scenic spot, at the same time also contributed to the development of accommodation, catering, entertainment, leisure and other tourist economy income.Translated by Sophia

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On October 7th, the golden week has nearly come to end, in the core scenic area, four tickets station received nearly 300000 people, year-on-year growth of 65%, among them 60% was self-driver. All of this reached new highs, the staff with high quality, good service won the tourists consistent high praise, no complaints.It is understood that the wulingyuan tickets company in National Day was expected to fierce passenger, getting everything ready to meet the peak. The openning time bumped up from 7:20 to 6 points. The order, disabled people and children had priority to enter the park. And the time, by monitoring real time images to know the scenic tourists crowded conditions, reminding guests to arrange suitable travel route according to actual situation. Youth volunteers provided free tourist map. Company personnel let visitors feel wulingyuan as ae warm home.Translated by Sophia

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On October 9, the 5th Tour de Hunan Cycling Race kicked off in Changsha. The race attracted more than 5,000 participants, with the route totaling 3,000km and covering 14 cities (autonomous prefecture), including Zhuzhou, Xiangtan, Jishou and Zhangjiajie. Women's group are ready to start.On October 9, more than 200 racers participate in the first round at Changsha Ecological Garden after the opening ceremony. Racers leave the starting line. A racer pushes his way forward.Women's group's warming up.Racers cross a wooden bridge. A racer crosses the finish line. Translator: Xiao JuanSource: Hunan Official Web Portal

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