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

2012-05-14 00:43 View：1507

Every year has two special days that are only for parents , it is Mother's Day and Father's Day .Recently, Ctrip.com has made a survey about the top5 beloved places for parents ,especially seniors who in their 60s ,to go on their holiday.The result shows that the top5 domestic places are Sanya (Hainan Island) Beijing ,Guilin (Guangxi province )Xi'an(Shan xi province ) and Zhangjiajie(Western Hunan) in sequence .For outbound travel ,parents prefer Tai bei ,Bangkok ,London,Seoul and Tokyo.Zhangjiajie nowadays has been well prepared for the "May,19 Tourism Day ".More and more tourists from all over the world come to witness its superb scenery.Parents mostly are keen on paying a safe and satisfying visit in Zhangjiajie.Translated by Aileen

2012-05-15 00:42 View：1346

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

2012-05-13 23:16 View：1449

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

2012-05-12 23:15 View：1884

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

2012-05-11 23:09 View：1476

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

2012-05-10 23:06 View：1584

Vampire Western,Gu Du (disease due to noxious agents produced by various parasites)and Luo Dong Girls(girls fall in love with deities and die) are the three famous and unbelievable mysteries in Western Hunan,which have never been uncovered.To be a vampire controller in Western Hunan should meet the following standards------over 16 years old and 170cm in height , be homely and brave.Also, they are particular about dress. No matter the weather is ,they should wear the straw sandals ,long azury gown with a black belt and a azury cloth cap. A packet of charm is indispensable.Gu Du usually is utilized by women,who catch a centipede or scorpion from the remote mountains then feed it with her own menses blood and spell on it everyday.Once the parasite grows up, she will make it into powder and hide in her nails.When she flips the powder secretly in the tea ,the Gu Du is made.Women make Gu Du does not to kill someone but to control one's mind ,which is even more horrible.Luo Dong Girls are unmarried and softhearted beauties with bright eyes .They go into a hole for several days without any food but still alive,then back home and eat nothing for anther couple days before they death.Members in her tribe believe she falls in love with the deity in that hole and goes for her marriage in another world.Therefore,once a girl becomes the Luo Dong Girl ,people prepare a wedding after her death instead of a funeral.Time goes by ,however Western Hunan 's three mysteries still keep secret.Sourced and Translated by Aileen

2012-05-03 17:00 View：2751

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

2012-05-07 17:00 View：2729

With the financial support of NOCFL (China National Office for Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language ) ,from April 26 to 28 ,International Exchange and Cooperation Office of Hunan University organized Confucius Institute's prize fellows for a cultural study in Zhangjiajie.More than 30 overseas students from Russia ,Korea and Vietnam altogether 5 countries launched their cultural study in Zhangjiajie core scenic spots like Tianzi Mount, Bao Feng Lake and Yellow Dragon Cave .Through the introduction of guide and leading teachers, these overseas students have got a better knowledge of traditions and history about national minority in Western Hunan and were fascinated by the fabulous natural and cultural heritage of Zhangjiajie."What impressed me most is Yellow Dragon Cave.I have never visited so big a cave before.How miraculous nature is " a Japanese students said with admiration.Translated by AileenSource: Zhangjiajie Official Web Portal

2012-05-05 16:33 View：1624

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 

2012-05-08 16:28 View：1991