Vibrant National Day celebrations ignite Nansha

From Oct 1 to 7, the number of tourists received during the National Day holiday in Nansha district increased by 59.16 percent compared to the same period in 2023 and by 147.78 percent compared to 2019. Key commercial areas in Nansha district saw a turnover exceeding 90 million yuan ($12.72 million) during the holiday, creating a festive atmosphere.

Data from the Nansha border checkpoint shows that the passenger port received over 5,000 inbound and outbound travelers during the National Day period, with a 25 percent increase in inbound and outbound flights. On the first day, the number of inbound and outbound passengers exceeded 1,000, setting a new record for outbound flights.

On Oct 5, "Time Now Sea" hosted the 2024 Greater Bay Area Rap Competition at Nansha Innovation Bay. The event featured rappers engaging in communication through the art of rap, and it garnered a highly enthusiastic response from the audience.

Nansha Binhai Park reopened and hosted traditional performances, markets, and other activities, welcoming approximately 260,000 visitors during the holiday. The Nansha International Cruise Homeport opened for non-cruise operations, boosting the cruise economy.

Nansha commercial areas launched various activities to attract tourists, such as intangible cultural heritage performances, sports events, and more. New consumer scenes continue to emerge, promoting consumption vitality.

New shopping centers such as Huilai Warehouse·City Outlets and Gangwan Springs have recently opened, offering a wide range of high-quality goods and diverse consumer experiences.

Nansha is committed to creating a hub for youth trendy culture, contributing to the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area's cultural and sports exchanges.