Huaxi generates 255m yuan in holiday tourism revenue

People visit Qingyan Ancient Town in Huaxi district during the Spring Festival holiday.  [Photo/Guiyang news network]

Huaxi district in Guiyang, capital of Southwest China's Guizhou province, received 419,400 visits during the Spring Festival holiday from Jan 31 to Feb 6, generating 255 million yuan ($40.05 million) in tourism revenue. 

To create a comfortable and safe travel environment for tourists, Huaxi strictly implemented the requirements for epidemic prevention and control, and did a thorough job in disinfection, cleaning and emergency response.

A traditional cultural show is staged in Qingyan Ancient Town in Huaxi district during the Spring Festival holiday. [Photo/Guiyang news network]

With the help of the digital cultural platform, the district carried out online cultural activities themed around traditional Chinese New Year celebrations such as intangible cultural heritage performances and calligraphy exhibitions. 

Local tourist attractions such as Qingyan Ancient Town, Tianhetan scenic area and Gaopo Yunding ski resort offered visitors various holiday experiences ranging from cultural appreciation to winter sports.