An ordinary town can also cause a drastic change because of a change. Nanxun Ancient Town is a typical example, it used to charge tickets, but since last year, Nanxun Ancient Town has announced that it will be permanently free of charge for all tourists from all over the world. The decision sent tourists to the ancient town, which received more than 12 million visitors in a year, a 689% increase compared to the same period in 2019, before the pandemic. Not only that, but the ancient town scenic spot has also radiated unprecedented vitality. The small shops on the commercial street are thriving, the food in the restaurants is being tasted by tourists, and homestays have become the choice of tourists to rest. The successful free opening of Nanxun Ancient Town has attracted more tourists, which has not only promoted the development of the local tourism economy, but also led to the prosperity of the surrounding commerce, catering and accommodation industries.
In addition to Nanxun Ancient Town, Huizhou West Lake in Guangdong is also a 5A-level scenic spot that originally charged admission fees and is now free to enter. Huizhou West Lake Scenic Area is composed of five lakes: Feng Lake, Crocodile Lake, Ping Lake, Ling Lake, and South Lake. Each lake has a unique view, and visitors can spend a full day exploring all the attractions. I recently went to Huizhou West Lake, and it is as beautiful and pleasant as ever. I walked along the lake, starting from Fanghua Pavilion, passing the Jiuqu Bridge, visiting the Dongpo Memorial Hall, and also going to see the Chaoyun Tomb and Zhun Ti Temple. During this season, the flowers bloom, the lake is turquoise, and the scenery is fascinating. After the free opening of Huizhou West Lake, more and more tourists are pouring in to experience this beautiful scenery. The ticket-free policy not only allows the scenic spot to attract the attention of more tourists, but also enables more people to feel the natural scenery and profound history and culture, broaden their horizons and get inspired. Such a free policy makes these scenic spots an ideal place for people to relax and vacation.
In addition to Nanxun Ancient Town and Huizhou West Lake, there are many other 5A-level scenic spots in China that do not charge tickets. For example, West Lake in Hangzhou, Shaoshan in Hunan, Confucius Temple and Confucius Forest in Qufu in Shandong, Gulangyu Island in Fujian, Jiuzhaigou in Sichuan and so on. These scenic spots attract many tourists because of their magnificent natural beauty, long history and culture, and unique geographical location. The free policy not only allows more people to have the opportunity to enjoy these beauties, but also promotes the development of local tourism.
However, when it comes to choosing a tourist attraction, some people may be more concerned about the entrance fee**, while others are more concerned about the environmental quality and service level of the scenic spot. For the former, the free policy is undoubtedly a huge attraction. For the latter, the improvement and promotion of scenic spots is more important. Although the free policy can attract more tourists, the quality and service level of the scenic spot is the key to long-term development. Only by constantly improving and upgrading can visitors be impressed and want to come back again and again.
Traveling is not only about enjoying the scenery, but also about inspiring thinking and broadening one's horizons. By learning about the history, culture and landscapes of different places, we can better understand our country, increase our knowledge, and develop our own aesthetic taste and cultural literacy. Each attraction has its own unique charm, and these free 5A attractions offer more opportunities to experience the beautiful natural scenery and historic sites firsthand.
To sum up, 5A-level scenic spots without admission fees have become an important factor in attracting tourists. The free policy of Nanxun Ancient Town, Huizhou West Lake and other scenic spots has attracted more tourists and promoted the prosperity of the local tourism economy. While admission** may not be the deciding factor, the free policy gives more people the opportunity to experience the beauty of the sights first-hand and brings opportunities for local business, dining and accommodation related industries. For tourists, when choosing a destination for travel, we can consider some free 5A-level scenic spots, which can not only enjoy the beautiful scenery, but also increase their knowledge and appreciate the history, culture and natural scenery of different regions. For scenic spots, it is not only necessary to implement a free policy to attract tourists, but also to focus on improving the quality and service level of scenic spots, so as to attract more return visits and recommendations from tourists. By working together, we can contribute to the development of the domestic tourism industry, while also being able to bring more fond memories to our personal travel experiences.