According to the Hunan Provincial Price Bureau on December 9, it approved the Zhangjiajie Municipal Price Bureau's application of providing free tickets for Wulingyuan's core scenic areas during the World Heritage Open Week.According to the approval, visitors to the core scenic areas of Wulingyuan during the World Heritage Open Week, from December 25 to 31, 2013, will be provided with free tickets (65 yuan of environmental protection vehicle ticket excluded). Such vehicles for transporting visitors as the cableways, elevators, and tour buses maintain the current prices. The present ticket price of Wulingyuan's core scenic area is 180 yuan per person. The price department will supervise and urge the operation and management office of the scenic spot to publish related items including the range and time for the free ticket policy at noticeable places of the ticket office.Besides, scientific knowledge publicity and education activities are to be held during the open week.Translator: Hao JingruSource: Hunan Official Web Portal

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Recently, Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of the People's Republic of China released the latest annual evaluation report of national industrial development quality. It showed that Hunan's industrial development quality ranks ninth nationwide, and takes the lead in provinces with greatest potentiality, staying top among the six provinces in central China.This year, the province has obsoleted out-dated industrial projects in such four main types as smelting, cement making, tanning and lead-acid battery, involving 162 enterprises, which effectively optimized the stock structure of industrial economy. Currently, the ratio that the added-value created by the six high energy consumption industries takes in the province's above scale industry dropped by about 10%, from 41.4% in 2007 to 31.5% in 2012. The development quality of industrial economy has seen significant improvement.Translator: He YaoSource: Hunan Official Web Portal

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From December 12 to 13, CHNG Ken-Wei, center director (China) of Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore (IDA), and Yeung Kwok Keung, director of Infocomm Singapore Center (ISC), paid a visit to Hunan with other enterprise operators from ten corporations likeSoftfoundry International Pte Ltd. They conducted field investigation on smart city construction in Changsha and Zhuzhou and sought for exchange and cooperation opportunities with localgovernments and relative enterprises.Up to 2012, 189 corporations from Singapore have been approved to operate and invest in Hunan, accounting for 1.47% of the total number. The paid-in foreign capital reached 743 million US dollars, taking up 1.64% of the total in Hunan.Authorities from the Department of Commerce of Hunan Province said that the visit was dedicated to enrichingSingapore enterprises' understanding about Hunan's planning and constructing of smart city, thus enhancing cooperation and exchange in smart city construction between both sides.Smart City Construction Forum between Changsha and Singapore is held in Changsha.Translator: Li XuanSource: Hunan Official Web Portal

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How About Yangtze Cruise Tour?Yangtze River Cruise will take you through the three gorges and the Three Gorges Dam, Giving you the opportunity to see some of the most spectacular scenery imaginable.Yangtze River is one of the most interesting rivers in the world, with a wide variety of tourist attractions, scenery, and culture along its length.At China Highlights, We feel that a cruise up/down the Yangtze, is something that any tourist to the region would not want to miss, as it offers unique encounters with China's rich cultural heritage as well as some spectacular vistas that will remain forever etched in one's memory.From Yichang to Chongqing (Upstream) takes four nights and five days.Day1, Arrived in Yichang-Board 5 star cruiseYou will get Yichang City.Check in cruise and pre-board.Overnight in the cruiseDay2, Yangtze River Cruise-Xiling gorge-Three gorge dam (Meals :B+L+D)Breakfast and Morning Coffee.Announcement on itinerary and facilities on board.Shore excursion to three gorge dam.Pass the ship locks of the three gorges dam.Welcome banquet held by captain.Dancing & singing performance.Overnight in the cruise.Day3,Yangtze River Cruise-Little three gorges-Wu Gorge-QuTang gorge (Meals :B+L+D)Breakfast and Morning Coffee.Little three gorges excursion.Sailing through the Wu gorge.Sailing through the Qutang gorgeOvernight in the cruiseDay4, Yangtze River Cruise-Fengdu town (Meals :B+L+D)Breakfast and Morning Coffee.Shore excursion to Fengdu town-"city of devils".Cultural activities.Farewell Dinner.Overnight in the cruiseDay5, Yangtze River Cruise -Chongqing (Meals :B)Breakfast and Morning Coffee.Arrive at Chongqing in early moring at 8:00am.Finish your pleasant tour in Chongqing Cruise pier.From Chongqing to Yichang (Downstream) takes three nights and four days:Day1, Arrived in Chongqing-Board 5 star cruiseWelcome to Chongqing city! You will be transferred to Chongqing Cruise pier and board the ship in the afternoon. Your lifetime Yangtze River Cruise starts! (Note: The boarding time changes based on the cruise ships, season, water level, weather, etc.)Overnight in the cruiseDay2,Yangtze River Cruise (Meals:B+L+D)Shore excursion to the Fengdu Ghost City to check why it has been regarded as the "City of Ghosts". It is where the devil lives according to Chinese legend. The temples built on Ming Mountain show punish instruments and demon paintings, depicting the Chinese people’s imagination of hell.Overnight in the cruiseDay3,Yangtze River Cruise (Meals:B+L+D)Shore excursion to Lesser Three Gorges by smaller vessels.The Lesser Three Gorges, like a shinning pearl hidden in remote mountains, Are much smaller, narrower and have some dramatic scenery to offer. That is the most splendid river adventure throughout China for you.Overnight in the cruiseDay4,Yangtze River Cruise- Yichang Departure  (Meals:B)Today's highlight is your morning excursion to the world-famous Three Gorges Dam. Be prepared for your check-out procedure and the ship will arrive in Yichang at about 12:00. You will get Yichang Cruise pier,and then to your next destination.Three Gorges Tour, Luxury Yangtze River Cruis recommendation as follow:Cruis A:Yangtze Gold Cruises ShipYangtze Gold 1: Mondays: Chongqing-Yichang;Thursdays: Yichang-Chongqing.Yangtze Gold 2:Tuesdays: Chongqing - Yichang;Sundays: Yichang - Chongqing.Yangtze Gold 3:Wednesdays: Chongqing-Yichang;Saturdays: Yichang-Chongqing.Yangtze Gold 5:Fridays: Chongqing-Yichang;Mondays: Yichang-Chongqing.Yangtze Gold 6: Saturdays: Chongqing-Yichang;Tuesdays: Yichang-Chongqing.Yangtze Gold 7: Sundays: Chongqing-Yichang; Wednesdays: Yichang-Chongqing.Yangtze Gold 8:Fridays: Chongqing-Yichang;Mondays: Yichang-Chongqing.Cruis B:Changjiang Cruises ShipYangtze 2:Thursdays:Chongqing-Yichang; Sundays:Yichang-Chongqing.Yangtze 1:Saturdays: Chongqing-Yichang;Tuesdays: Yichang-Chongqing.Blue Whale:Mondays: Chongqing-Yichang;Thursdays: Yichang-Chongqing.M.S. Victoria 5:Fridays: Chongqing-Yichang;Mondays: Yichang-Chongqing.M.S. Victoria 2:Wednesdays: Chongqing-Yichang;Saturdays: Yichang-Chongqing.Yangtze Angel:Tuesdays: Chongqing-Yichang;Fridays: Yichang-Chongqing.Cruis C:President Cruises ShipPresident Prime: Tuesdays: Chongqing-Yichang;Fridays: Yichang-Chongqing.President No.7: Wednesdays: Chongqing-Yichang;Saturdays: Yichang-Chongqing.President No.8: Fridays: Chongqing-Yichang;Mondays: Yichang-Chongqing.President No.1: Sundays: Chongqing-Yichang;Wednesdays: Yichang-Chongqing.Cruis D:Victoria Cruises ShipVictoria Jenna: Sundays: Chongqing-Yichang;Wednesdays: Yichang-Chongqing.Victoria Anna: Tuesdays: Chongqing-Yichang;Fridays: Yichang-Chongqing.Victoria Sophia:Every Other Monday: Chongqing-Shanghai;Every Ohter Sunday: Shanghai-Chongqing.Victoria Grace: Fridays: Chongqing-Yichang;Mondays: Yichang-Chongqing.Victoria Selina: Wednesdays: Chongqing-Yichang;Saturdays: Yichang-Chongqing.Victoria Lianna:Mondays: Chongqing-Yichang;Thursdays: Yichang-Chongqing.Victoria Katarina:Thursdays:Chongqing-Yichang; Sundays:Yichang-Chongqing.Cruis E:New Century Cruises ShipCentury Paragon: Tuesdays: Chongqing-Yichang;Fridays: Yichang-Chongqing.Century Legend:Saturdays: Chongqing-Yichang;Tuesdays: Yichang-Chongqing.Century Sun:Wednesdays: Chongqing-Yichang;Saturdays: Yichang-Chongqing.Century Sky: Mondays: Chongqing-Yichang;Thursdays: Yichang-Chongqing.Century Diamond:Saturdays: Chongqing-Yichang;Tuesdays: Yichang-Chongqing.Century Star:Fridays: Chongqing-Yichang;Mondays: Yichang-Chongqing.Century Emerald: Sundays: Chongqing-Yichang;Wednesdays: Yichang-Chongqing.Online-email Booking:DRAGONHOLIDAY DEPARTMENTZhangjiajie-XZL-International Travel Service Co., LtdInternational talking online skype: shuire2Phone: +86 744-8362222 8298777 8297777Online: 18874433191(24H*7D)E-mail: shuire@gmail.com  2dragonholiday@gmail.com  2zjjtrip@gmail.com     

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Zhangjiajie tourism resort is located in the east of Wulingyuan, And the geological structure is relatively complex. Avariety of landscapes of landscap are filled with endless charm.The unique “Zhangjiajie landscape” is named by the international geological expert in November 2010. It is located in the core of the world natural heritage Wulingyuan scenic area, covering an area of 264 square kilometers. It is made of quartz sandstone with water erosion, gravitational collapse and weathering forces.Zhangjiajie karst is the most common landscape, accounting for more than a third of the city’s area. The famous scenic spots are huanglong hole, The dragon king cave, buildings, etc.Zhangjiajie danxia landform is mainly concentrated in the Cili and Xikou town area, with an area of 100 square kilometers.In 2004, Zhangjiajie with the unique geological landscape is listed as one of the first world geological park, and now has more than 10 million tourists per year. In another development, 2014, Zhangjiajie world geological park exhibition hall will be free and open to the public. It will embody the popular science knowledge dissemination of Zhangjiajie landform and academic value.Translated by Sophia

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Days of good weather, Zhangjiajie will welcome the winter. On the top of mountian, with clear blue skies, The Yubi peak, The fairy scattering flowers sites are clearly visible. In huanglong ecological square, The smoking farmhouse, The water ducks become the beauty of the Hong Kong and Taiwan visitors eyes.It is reported that in recent years, Zhangjiajie is promoting Hong Kong and Taiwan tourism market. Since this year, 200000 Taiwan compatriots admire the beautful and pastoral scenery in Zhangjiajie.Translated by Sophia

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From Dec 5th to Dec 7th, The 2013 Asian Agricultural Products Fair is held in HK’s International Convention Center. Zhangjiajie Maoyanmei Co.,Ltd, Zhangjiajie Shangjun wan Tea Co., Ltd, Zhangjiajie lingjie Green Food Co., Ltd, Zhangjiajie Autumn Harvest Agricultural Products Co., Ltd and Zhangjiajie Xiangxiaowu Business and Trade Co., Ltd take part in this fair.In the booths of the convention center, Zhangjiajie green agricultural products dazzle your eyes from Maoyanmei tea; Wujie green tea; Lingjie pepper, Xiangxiaowu honey and Havest snacks… all these goods display their uniqueness, good quality and environment-care and mainstream the brand image of “Ecological Zhangjiajie; Green agricultural products”. During this fair, Zhangjiajie’s green agricultural products are hotly favored and all their tem items that brought are sold out. Zhangjiajie Maoyanmei Co., ltd and Zhangjiajie Xiangxiaowu Business and Trade Co., ltd arrive a purchase and sale agreement of about one million RMB with foreign companies. Zhangjiajie Maoyanmei Co., ltd reaches a development agent agreement with HK Beautiful Holding Co., ltd and Hugh Hendry Co., ltd and arrives a official contract of future field inspection in Zhangjiajie.The participation is lead by Zhangjiajie Trade Promotion Association and is one of the thematic activity of 2013 Hunan(HK) Economic and Trade Week. During this fair, Zhangjiajie’s companies also take part in Hunan Green Food Promotion meeting, HK Changsha Agricultural Products Inspection and other special events.By Crystal

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Source from the national cinemas film recommendation has learned the high-profile 3D film–Journey To West《Havoc in Heaven》 will be screened officially on Jan 31st, 2014. Seen from the its propaganda poster that released, We may find that many scenes where the Monkey King makes havoc in heaven are taken from Zhangjiajie, Which is the second time that Zhangjiajie screened in 3D film after the Avatar.Produced by the joint efforts from Star Entertainment, Eastern Movie, Golden Coast Film and other film companies, the film took three years and 50 million RMB, with many famous Chinese superstars. Over 2,600 special effect shots are made for its poster production.The scenery adds colors for the film and the film brings reputation for the scenery. It is reported the film was shot view in Zhangjiajie in 2010, including the prototypes of Mountain’s Flowers and Fruits(Huaguoshan), Water Curtain Cave(Shuiliandong) in Zhangjiajie. Since the last 1980s, Many domestic and foreign films have taken Zhangjiajie as a shooting sites, Such as the well-known Journey To West, The new version–A Dream in Red Mansion and the nominee best foreign film of the 61th Golden Ball Award–The Little Chinese Seamstress, Especially the American blockbuster–Avatar, It stirs up a 3D-heat in global and drive more tourists to come to Zhangjiajie for finding the real “Pandora” fairyland.By Crystal

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December 9th, 2013, Zhangjiajie tourism product promotion has been held in Indonesia, This promotion is organized by Wulingyuan Government and Zhangjiajie Wulingyuan Tourism Bureau. Jakarta, Indonesia Tourism, Indonesia Travel Association and local community focus groups, media representatives hundred people attended this promotion.During this promotion, Wulingyuan official representative Hou Jiaji and Peng Bin made ​​a referral reports, sci-fi movie “Avatar” in the “Hallelujah Mountain” was shot in Zhangjiajie, By the end of 2010, Zhangjiajie is named as “Zhangjiajie Landscapes” by International Geological academic organization.Additionally, Dressed in national costume Zhangjiajie Western charm young singer-Mr A’duo brings Zhangjiajie folk to Indonesia.Jakarta Tourism Bureau representatives Cucu Vwruia and vice president of the Indonesian Association of Travel Agents Jongki Adiyasa, jointly said: Welcome to Indonesia to promote Zhangjiajie tourism products, and will further strengthen ties with Zhangjiajie, Two sides make joint efforts to expand tourism.Finally, The deputy director of Zhangjiajie Tourism Bureau Li Xueqing and Indonesian Indonesian Association of Travel Agents signed a cooperation agreement,And the two sides exchanged gifts.Zhangjiajie Tourism Industry Development Co., Ltd, Zhangjiajie Huangshizhai passenger ropeway company, Zhangjiajie Bai Long Ladder Tourism Development Co., Ltd, And other business representatives attended this promotion.By Dragonholiday

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Authorized by the Deputy Director-General of National Tourism Authority of Thailand, Mr. Zheng Biwen, Director of Department of East Asia of the authority, expressed Thailand’s hopes to enhance cooperation and exchange with Zhangjiajie by utilizing the influence of mass media to promote tourism and propel friendly communications between the two parties.Mr. Zheng wishes for more Thai people to understand and approach Zhangjiajie, to appreciate its stunning natural scenery by effective cooperation and exchange of the two sides’ mass media. Meanwhile, the Chinese tourists will get a chance to better understand Thailand’s customs, history, culture, beautiful and recreational tourism products, as well as its unique and attractive landscape. He added that communication in this field will decrease the distance between the two regions, and further promote their friendship.By Zhu Mengxia

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