Four Chinese Villages Named Among UN Tourism's "Top Tourism Villages"

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Four Chinese villages, Huanggang, Jikayi, Donluo, and Digang, have been recognized as among the "Top Tourism Villages" by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism). The announcement was made at the UN Tourism Awards ceremony in Huzhou, east China's Zhejiang Province. This brings the total number of UN Tourism's "best tourism villages" in China to 19. The four villages reflect the comprehensive and diversified development of China's rural tourism sector, with unique cultural heritage and ecological environments. They have been distinguished by their biodiversity, multi-ethnic heritage, and well-preserved ancient agricultural practices.

Key Takeaways:

  • The four Chinese villages, Huanggang, Jikayi, Donluo, and Digang, have been named among the "Top Tourism Villages" by the UN Tourism.
  • The recognition brings the total number of UN Tourism's "best tourism villages" in China to 19.
  • The four villages reflect the comprehensive and diversified development of China's rural tourism sector.
  • Huanggang boasts an 85 percent forest cover rate and an 800-year history of the vibrant culture of the Dong ethnic group.
  • Jikayi is renowned for its biodiversity and multi-ethnic heritage, including the Tibetan, Qiang, and Yi ethnic groups.
  • Dongluo has preserved the beauty of its waterways and the original layout of the early Ming Dynasty.
  • Digang is well known for its picturesque landscapes and world-class cultural heritage, with a history of approximately 2,500 years.
  • The recognition demonstrates the exemplary performance of China's rural tourism industry and global recognition of the radical changes taking place in the country's rural areas.

Statistics:

  • 4 Chinese villages have been named among the "Top Tourism Villages" by the UN Tourism.
  • 19 villages in total have been recognized as "best tourism villages" by the UN Tourism.
  • 85% forest cover rate in Huanggang village.
  • 800-year history of the Dong ethnic group in Huanggang village.
  • 2,500 years of history in Digang village.

Sources:

  • Xinhua
  • United Nations World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism)
  • Ministry of Culture and Tourism of China
  • State Council News