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HEADLINES | 要闻

By our staff correspondents □ 本刊综合

This year, during the extended holiday ardized RV campsites with a total capacity for over 1,000 vehicles.
combining National Day and the Mid-Autumn Among them, Lihou Fenghu No. 3 Campground—featuring striking
Festival, Yunnan Province capitalized on its riverside scenery and comprehensive amenities—has quickly become a
distinctive natural assets by fostering new trending destination. With its mild winter climate, well-equipped facil-
business models, crafting unique experi- ities, attentive service, and picturesque high-gorge lake scenery, river-
ences, and developing innovative offer- side Qiaojia County is being embraced by more and more travelers as a
ings—from sunset viewings at Dianchi poetic and idyllic retreat.
Lake and visits to local farmers’ markets to “Dry weather—beware of fire!” The crisp clatter of bamboo tubes
stays at RV campsites basked in sunshine. and gongs rang out alongside traditional night-watch calls. Herit-
These initiatives have helped stimulate age-inspired interactive experiences like “peddler vendors” and “night
consumer engagement and boosted a dy- watchmen” drew curious crowds. During the holiday, Tuanshan Scenic
namic holiday economy. Area in Jianshui County, Honghe Hani and Yi Autonomous Prefecture,
At Kunming’s Daguan Zhuangxin transformed historical and cultural resources into immersive, participa-
Farmers’ Market, visitors gathered in tory tourism experiences that resonated deeply with visitors.
large numbers to soak up the bustling In Yimen County, Yuxi City, tourists embarked on nostalgic jour-
vibe. Inside Hall No. 2, a special cele- neys through events like a photography exhibition on Yimen Copper
bration of Yunnan’s bounty was held, Mine (a nationally designated industrial heritage site), vintage-themed
featuring a diverse range of local ag- photo shoots, classic film screenings, and a creative market featuring
ricultural specialties from throughout “miner-made” crafts. Inside old factory buildings, weathered brick
the province. Tourists strolled through walls and rusted machinery provided the perfect backdrop for the
stalls offering regional delicacies, “Copper-toned Memories” photography exhibition. Retro wardrobes,
enjoyed coffee, tasted complimentary vintage sewing machines, and nostalgic backdrops recreated the ambi-
samples of plateau-grown foods, and ance of 1980s marriage registration offices—turning each photo into a
watched live performances of ethnic song cherished memento of Yimen. “Most holiday visitors are middle-aged
and dance—all part of an immersive ex- and young adults, often with families. We help them take photos,”
perience that blended everyday charm with explained Li Houying, a volunteer from Lüzhi Town. The old cinema
rich cultural celebration. and department store have naturally evolved into beloved retro “photo
Meanwhile, Haiyan Village on the shores studios,” much to travelers’ delight.
of Dianchi Lake offered a different kind of buzz. Since opening on October 1, the Modern Bazaar on Tanghang
Drawn by its famed sunset views, crowds filled Street in Qilin District, Qujing City, has remained bustling with activ-
every café and restaurant, which stayed brightly lit ity, attracting more than 50,000 visits daily. Along the nearly 300-me-
and packed well into the night—a clear testament to ter-long street, 62 stalls offered intangible cultural heritage crafts,
the thriving “sunset economy.” local delicacies, trendy cultural and creative products, and live band
In Simao District, Pu’er City, widely known performances. Long queues were a common sight at barbecue stands
as China’s “Coffee Capital,” coffee plantations have in the food section. “The foot traffic here is incredible. We sell close to
become sought-after holiday destinations. An increas- 10,000 skewers a day,” said Ms. Jian, a grilled-meat vendor. Like many
ing number of travelers are heading into the heart of other vendors, she had traveled from another city specifically to set up
the region to follow the complete journey “from seed shop at the market. With consistently strong visitor turnout throughout
to cup.” At Manxieba Premium Coffee Estate, visitors the holiday, both stall operators and neighboring businesses saw con-
joined guided tours to learn about the intricate process of siderable growth in revenue, injecting fresh vitality into this historic
turning coffee cherries into a finished beverage. Xiao’aozi street’s economy.
Coffee Farm, popular as a “nature classroom” for families “As rain continues across Nujiang at varying intensities, please
and young explorers, welcomed over 600 visitors each day. check weather forecasts and plan your itinerary accordingly.” Upon
Food lovers were drawn to Tianyuzhuang Coffee Garden for arriving at the Shitouzhai checkpoint of Manyun Border Inspection
its creative “coffee‑infused cuisine,” where gourmet dishes, Station in Nujiang Lisu Autonomous Prefecture, road-tripper Huang
coffee, and scenic views come together. Meanwhile, Ele- Wenjing was promptly handed a detailed hand-drawn travel map by
phant Coffee Estate—themed around “starry skies and wild officers, who reminded her to stay weather‑aware and travel safely.
elephants”—established itself as a must-visit spot for wild- Despite the drizzle, Huang and her family felt warmly wel-
life enthusiasts and photographers. In recent years, Simao comed. This thoughtful service is part of the “Police Tourism Ser-
District has leveraged its “Coffee Capital of China” identity vice Hub” established at the Manyun Border Inspection Station.
to deeply integrate coffee cultivation with tourism, fostering To help arriving tourists with common challenges, such as getting
a collection of distinctive, theme-driven boutique estates that oriented after exiting the highway or finding local lodging and
offer visitors a rich, immersive experience. dining options, the local culture and tourism bureau has partnered
Along the banks of the Jinsha River, the RV campsites in with border police to bring tourism guidance, legal information,
Qiaojia County, Zhaotong City, welcomed a steady stream of and basic services directly to the prefecture's entry point. The hub
RV travelers during the holiday. Hundreds of recreational ve- provides travel maps, emergency medicine, free phone charging,
hicles arrived from regions such as Heilongjiang, Shanxi, and Nujiang coffee, and 24‑hour staffing, ensuring visitors receive im-
Xinjiang. “Back in Harbin, winter temperatures can drop to mediate assistance upon arrival. While conducting thorough entry
minus 30°C, so this place feels like paradise,” said Zhang checks, officers have also streamlined procedures to allow faster
Guixia, who promptly hung out her winter clothes to dry passage, making sure that travelers experience both safety and
after parking. Qiaojia County now operates five stand- warmth from the very start of their journey.

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