1.8 billion yuan! Foshan tourist market sees robust recovery
During the May Day holiday, Foshan received a total of 3.2034 million tourists, a year-on-year increase of 176.39% and an increment of 1.18% compared to the May Day in 2019. The citys total tourism revenue reached 1.841 billion yuan, a 286.56% year-on-year rise and a 37.47% growth compared to the May Day in 2019. The citys 32 A-level scenic spots received a total of 1.5561 million tourists, a year-on-year increase of 114.22%.
The top 5 scenic spots that received most visitors are OCT Harbour PLUS, Chuanlord Tourism & Leisure Expo Garden, Foshan Creative Park, Florence Town, and Louvre International Furniture Art Expo Center.
Rural tourism becomes popular
During the May Day holiday, rural ecological tourism has become a sought-after choice. Eating farmer meals, doing farmer work, and experiencing rural style have become a beloved tourist attraction.
The internet-famous train and rainbow slide in A’ Nongwan Farming Cultural Park were popular among tourists; Liantang Village held a series of activities about Kung-fu and lion dance; Nanhai Film and TV Town held a car stunt show and Chinese style expo...
Lion dance activity in Liantang Village
Car stunt show in Nanhai Film and TV Town
Such rural scenic spots as Fengjian Village and Nandan Mountain teemed with visitors; Zinan Village, Lishui Town, Bijiang Building, Kangshan Eco Tourism Resort and Changqi Ancient Village also became popular tourist attractions. Hundreds of thousands of citizens deeply felt the rural revitalization in Foshan.
Nandan Mountain
Sport competitions increased the charm of cultural tourism
The 13th "Wong Fei-hung Cup" National Lion Dance Competition and Above-water Lion Dance Challenge in 2021 were held in Tianhu Park, Xiqiao Mountain from May 1st to May 2nd. The first “Century Lotus Cup” Taekwondo Competition and the 12th Foshan Taekwondo Open Tournament were also launched.
"Wong Fei-hung" National Lion Dance Competition
Foshan Library held several cultural activities, such as “Reading Classics” knowledge quiz, “Chinese Revolutionary Film Appreciation” party，and so on. Foshan Cultural Center exhibited a great number of delicate literary works. And Xiqiao Mountain Cultural Center held an anime exhibition of traditional Chinese style…Such wonderful activities provided citizens with a high-quality cultural feast.
An anime exhibition of traditional Chinese style
Nighttime activities boosted tourist consumption
Water holographic projection and gaint screen projectionshows in Qiandenghu Park attracted lots of citizens. Family trip and on-boat wedding shows were provided at Sanlongwan night cruise. OCT Harbour PLUS invited bands to perform LIVE for travelers. Zinan A’ Nongwan Farming Cultural Park held gorgeous light shows...All these activities boosted the nighttime economy of Foshan, further promoting the consumption of cultural tourism.
Water holographic projection show
Light show in A’ Nongwan Farming Cultural Park
Author | Ivy, Blair Revisor | Jessica, Eleanor Photo | Foshan Culture, Broadcasting, Tourism & Sports Bureau