Tianjin Binhai New Zone Tourism development plan approved
The tourism development plan for Tianjin Binhai New Zone has been formally approved by the Tianjin Municipal Government.
According to the plan, Tianjin Binhai New Zone Tourism Area, whose construction is expected to be completed in 2013, will be built into an integrated area and international tourism destination comprising of world class theme parks and yachting bases.
Located in the north of Tianjin Binhai New Zone, the Binhai Tourism Area will encompass a total area of 99 square kilometers. At present, the construction of the first phase of 10 square kilometers has started with many projects, including the national maritime museum, scheduled to be started in 2010.
Icefall tourist festival opens in Sichuan's Tibetan area
The 5th Icefall Tourist Festival has opened in Jiuzhaigou, Ngawa Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province.
The Jiuzhaigou Scenic Spot, listed on the World Heritage List by UNESCO in 1992, is one of China's largest natural scenic reserves and famous for its colorful water pools, snow mountains, deep valleys and forests.
The festival, which will run till February 28, involves ten types of services including appreciating ice and snow and visiting Tibetan-style villages.