Wudang to develop into an int’l tourism destination

The largest water curtain movie in Asia had a successful trial broadcast in Wudang’s Tai Chi Lake New Area on June 28. In addition, a propaganda film of Wudang has been broadcast in Times Square in New York since March 11.

This year, the Wudang Mountain Tourism and Economy Special Region has promoted Tai Chi Lake New Area’s infrastructure and eco-cultural construction to establish Wudang as an international eco-cultural tourism destination.

First, projects of the Wudang Mountains will be promoted. The major projects include Tai Chi Lake Area’s development, new area construction, old area transformation and scenic spot improvements.

Second, the potential tourist market will be developed. The Wudang Mountains will be promoted through media, activities and networks to increase its popularity.

Scenes from Wudang’s new areas

Third, new economic growth points will be cultivated. Apart from optimizing the investment environment, Wudang will also attach great importance to attracting investment from large financial groups, listed companies, foreign enterprises and high-tech industries.

Fourth, the ecological construction of Wudang will be highlighted. Tourist attractions will make good use of water and mountain resources, promoting the construction of green belts and eco-forests around Tai Chi Lake.

The development of the Wudang Mountain Tourism and Economy Special Region has been greatly pushed thanks to these efforts.

In the first half of 2013, Wudang received 2.56 million tourists and realized a total tourism income of 1.42 billion yuan ($231.7 million), a year-on-year increase of 19.19 percent and 10.31 percent, respectively.

Edited by Michael Thai