China Newsweek magazine recently named Huangshan in East China's Anhui province as the 2024 "City of Vitality".
A "City of Vitality" is primarily exemplified by its rich cultural heritage, vigorous economy, strong innovation, robust urban consumption, pleasant natural environment, and continuous influx of skilled talents
The City of Vitality Conference has been held every year since 2021, aiming to unleash urban vitality, explore development trends, and create a platform for city exchanges and brand promotion.
In recent years, Huangshan has leveraged its two top IPs, Mount Huangshan and Huizhou culture, to advance the construction of a world-class leisure and health tourism destination. Efforts include promoting the integration of agriculture, culture, tourism, and health as well as accelerating the creation of world-class scenic spots and resorts. The city is also driving the integrated development of towns, scenery, and villages, introducing new products, formats, and scenes such as Qiyun Strike Iron Flower and Huizhou cuisine.
A strike iron flower show in Quyun Mountain Scenic Area. [Photo/Huangshan Daily]
Stinky mandarin fish, a famous Huizhou cuisine. [Photo/Huangshan Daily]