Recently, Zhangjiajie MICE TOUR (Meetings, Incentive,Conventions, Exhibitions) Seminar was held in Beijing, which jointly supported by Zhangjiajie ,Hunan Province and CEES (China Convention and Exhibition Society).On the seminar, Zhangjiajie Tourism Bureau announced the incentives policy about tourism promotion. The statistics shows that there are 47 star hotels in Zhangjiajie with a capacity of near 50,000 people one day ,and about 1000 tourism vehicles vary in types. Thereby, the reception and service mode of Zhangjiajie MICE was formed primarily. Translated by Aileen

News 2012-05-14 00:43 View：1426

A delegation led by Mei Kebao, deputy secretary of the CPC Hunan Provincial Committee, and Xu Minghua, vice governor of Hunan Province, paid an investigation tour to Hubei Province from May 9 to 10 and attended a symposium on the development of the Hunan-Hubei Dongting Lake Ecological and Economic Zone. The delegation was received by Li Hongzhong, secretary of the CPC Hubei Provincial Committee. Mr. Li said that it is the common responsibility and obligation for Hunan and Hubei to protect and develop Dongting Lake. He vowed that Hubei will support any plan that is beneficial for the scientific development of Dongting Lake and is willing to cooperate with Hunan in implementing related policies and measures. Mr. Mei proposed three suggestions for jointly developing the Dongting Lake Ecological and Economic Zone: to accomplish the planning of the Zone and the research on major subjects; to work on the application and declaration for the national regional development strategy; to establish a normal exchange system for mutual cooperation. Translator: Hao Jingru Source: Hunan Official Web Portal

News 2012-05-13 23:16 View：1347

In addition to a good fame as "Hulun Buir in Southern China", Nanshan Hills in Chengbu County of Hunan province also boasts spectacular and special views of azaleas. A subtropical climate with rich sunshine and an average elevation of 1,760 meters allow the azaleas on Nanshan Hills to blossom 10 to 20 days later than those in other places, and their flowering phase is about 10 days longer. Bloomy azaleas on Nanshan Hills have big flowers, gorgeous and brilliant. Translator: Chen BingSource: Hunan Official Web Portal

News 2012-05-12 23:15 View：1792

At this May time when the 7th Central China Expo is entering the countdown, Zhangjiajie as one of its venues has embraced its "Red May". Since May Day, Wulingyuan has received about 50 thousand tourists per day, a large increase compared with that of the same period last year. The expo will be held from May.18 to May.19. During this spell, Zhangjiajie will hold a cooperation consulting conference on tourism investment and financing, and at the same time, series of theme activities of “5.19 China Tourism Day”. Moreover, costing 400 million RMB, the new tourism spot of leisure and culture--Xibu Street will mark its grand debut on May 16th. It is expected that a growing number of traveling salesmen and tourists from home and abroad is about to come.Translated by Misu Spark LeeSource: Zhangjiajie Official Web Portal

News 2012-05-11 23:09 View：1386

On May.9, the Ancient Town of Phoenix  was hit by a downpour, which swelled the Tuojiang River’s water level. One of the renowned tourism sites Tiaoyan Bridge was flooded. According to the Office of Hunan Provincial Flood Control and Drought Relief Headquarters, the central and northwest areas have been constantly affected by torrential rains. Till now the affected population hits 1.2 million ones, and the direct economic loss is about 863 million yuan.Translated by Misu Spark LeeSource: Zhangjiajie Official Web Portal

News 2012-05-10 23:06 View：1486

Though time flies quickly, all of a sudden, almost half a year has gone, my memory of Golden Whip Stream (one of the well-known scenery spots in National Forest Park) still haunts in my mind now and then. Last autumn, together with my friends, we went to Golden Whip Stream. Walking on the refreshing footpath along the Golden Whip Stream, letting breeze kiss our cheek gently, the feeling of content came to us soon. Rapidly, the tire caught by the long-time bus riding left us. We were attracted by the appealing scenery there. Surrounded by all kinds of trees as well as colorful flowers, we were busy looking around for fear of missing a part of the beauty in the twinkling of an eye. Maybe because of the pleasant weather, hundreds of visitors from home and abroad visited here, joyfully lively. Now and then, laughter, just like musical note, entered our ears. Seeing the harmonious scene that many people played in the stream, children and adults, we three finally couldn’t help joining that big collective. The stream was so clear that we could see the bottom easily. Abundant fishes swam in water happily and freely. In order to mark this unforgettable sight, many visitors chose to take photos, so did us. Also, kids were interested in those beautiful fishes and tried to catch them, obviously, they failed again and again. However, they enjoyed doing so. Perhaps this was enough. At the same time, some parents sat near the stream, resting or seeing their kids. What a leisure image it presented. Since time was limited, we had to go back unwillingly at last. Nothing took away, but consistently, full happiness.As far as I am concerned, no matter what happens to a person at the moment, a visit to Golden Whip Stream can make him relax. Smiling faces are commonly seen here.Sourced and translated by Becky 

News 2012-05-08 16:28 View：1872

When the setting sun fades away and myriad lights bright up,I take my trip tonight to Qianzhou---an ancient and secluded city,situated in Jishou.Qianzhou city is as time-honored as Phoenix,but more eremitic.Sleepless is Qianzhou city Tonight.Walking around Renmin Square ,the biggest one in Jishou, for me , groups of leisured people dancing to the music is a most joyful scene .They are inebriated by line dance and forget all their tire in the daytime.Secluded is Qianzhou city Tonight.Qianzhou ,a tranquil city without commercialized bar streets, no bustling with crowds.It blossoms as a flower in spring who is indifferent to fame and wealth.What we can see in Qianzhou is the ancient streets,walls and unsophisticated folk customs.Charming is Qianzhou city Tonight.Wandering in Qianzhou city,breeze kisses my face, twinkling lights and sparkling stars dance to the music played by running water in Wanrong River.How I wish myself is a poet at this moment for I want to remember the charming Qianzhou city with enteral word.One night in Qianzhou city,I quietly leave ,as quietly as I come .Unforgettable is my memory of it ,lasting forever as I never leave.Sourced and translated by Aileen

News 2012-05-07 17:00 View：2642

The government of Wangcheng District of Changsha reached an agreement with Hunan Baile Culture Investment Co., Ltd. on the construction of a fishing park in Qiaokou Town on May 4.According to the agreement, 800 million yuan is to be injected to the fishing park in accordance with the standard of the state 5A-class tourist area and the state cultural industry park demonstration base. Based on Chinese fishing culture, the park aims to develop a "water culture park for tourism and relaxation in southern China" to highlight cultural tourism . Accordingly, Qiaokou Town will be integrated with the tourist resources of neighboring area like Tongguan Ancient Town and Jinggang Ancient Town to create a tourist zone carrying the features of ancient towns.The project is expected to purchase 600 mu (about 40 hectares) state-owned land and rent 1,500 mu (about 100 hectares) lakes and pools as well as the 1,500 mu Liuyezhou, a desert island in the Xiangjiang River, with its total area amounting to 3,600 mu (about 240 hectares). Eight theme parks such as historical sites park, amusement park on land and that over water will be included in this project.Besides, "Exhibition hall of fish variety in Dongting Lake", "Hall for tropical fish appreciation", "Science garden for teenagers" and a five-star vacation hotel with special architectures like water bungalow and timber hanging house as well as the biggest expand training base are covered in the design.Translator: Wang BilianSource: Hunan Official Web Portal

News 2012-05-06 16:25 View：1403