The International Taoism Forum was held recently at the Hengshan Mountain in Hengyang City, Hunan Province, to explore the development direction of modern Taoism at home and abroad.Chen Guochao, vice chairman of the Board of Directors of Yuen Yuen Institute in Hong Kong, believes that Taoism needs to be developed in a harmonious manner in order for it to spread around the world. Martin Palmer, Secretary General of the UK-based Alliance of Religions and Conservation （ARC）, demonstrated that Taoism has time and again emphasized on the environment and its development. Xu Kangsheng, professor from Philosophy Department in Peking University, stated that the spirit of “Returning to the Nature” should be promoted further, so as to re-build a harmonious society for  sustainable development. Wang Chenfa, president of Taoist College in Indonesia, said that Taoism should focus on the common subjects for human beings to win respect from other religious and cultural groups.Translator: Wang XiaoluSource: Hunan Official Web Portal

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According to a latest report, three new man-made scenic spots of Tianmenshan Scenic Area were unveiled to tourists from Oct 1.2011.A: “Skywalk” made of 60 meters' glass BridgeLocated in the western part of the top of the mountain, the glass bridge is 60 meters long and 1430 meters above sea level, which was open to tourists from Oct 1. It is similar to the Grand Canyon Skywalk in the United Stats, looking so thrilling. Never miss the chance of walking on the bridge if you are brave enough. B: A man-made waterfall beside Tianmen HoleAs Tianmen Mountain is typical of Karst landform, it can not restore water easily. In order to make tourists appreciate magnificent landscape, Tianmenshan Travel Company created an artificial waterfall that is 50 meters high beside the cliff of Tianmen Hole. It looks so grand and fantastic. The opening time of the waterfall is from 10:00 to 18:00. C. Large-scale Stage Magic Show in Tianmen Fox Fairy In Tianmen Mountain, the large -scale musical drama entitled Tianmen Fox Fairy is the world's first outdoor performance with the stage settings of real mountains and valley. Under the support of the world-renowned magician David Copperfield, the magic element was added to the show. During the performance, the leading actor and actress can float in the air, fly freely, and disappear suddenly. The wonderful magic show was open to the audience from Oct 1, starting at 20:15 daily.Translator: Mao YipanSource: Zhangjiajie Official Web

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Duration: Oct.18-Oct.25Place: Chenzhou City, China The 2011 Chenzhou (International) Tourism and Culture Festival themed with "City in the Wood & City of Leisure" will kick off at Fushou Square of Longnv Scenic Spot, Beihu District of Chenzhou City on Oct. 18 and hold its concluding ceremony at Mangshan Mountain National Forest Park of Yizhang County on Oct. 25.

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