Zhangjiajie, this magical land, attracts foreign tourists from all over the world with its unique charm. Here are ten reasons why foreigners like to visit Zhangjiajie.
1. Strange peaks and rocks, natural wonders that are breathtaking
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park is known as “three thousand strange peaks and eight hundred beautiful waters.” The quartz sandstone peak forest landform here is extremely rare. According to geological research and test, the strange peaks and rocks in Zhangjiajie were formed about 380 million years ago. After a long geological evolution and weathering erosion, they have formed such a unique landscape today. Many prototypes of the “Pandora planet” in the movie “Avatar” come from a pillar in the three thousand strange peaks in Zhangjiajie, which was later renamed Mount Hallelujah. This makes many foreign tourists full of curiosity and longing for the strange peaks and rocks in Zhangjiajie due to the influence of the movie. Once, a photographer from the United States was speechless when he saw the peaks in Zhangjiajie for the first time. He stayed in Zhangjiajie for a month just to take pictures of the strange peaks and rocks here.
2. Deep canyons with charming scenery like a fairyland
The Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon scenic area has a total planned area of 22 square kilometers. The terrain in the area is high in the southeast and low in the northwest. The highest point is 1176.3 meters above sea level, and the lowest point at the exit of the grand canyon is 247 meters above sea level, with a relative height difference of 930 meters. The cliffs on both sides of the canyon stand tall, and the height of the cliffs is mostly more than 200 meters. The narrowest part of the canyon bottom is only 6 – 8 meters wide. Every year, a large number of hiking enthusiasts from Europe come to Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon and hike along the canyon. A couple from France hiked in the canyon for three days and were deeply attracted by the beautiful scenery of the canyon. After returning home, they shared their experiences on social media, attracting more foreign friends’ attention to Zhangjiajie.
3. Rich outdoor activities that are exciting and fun
Zhangjiajie has multiple exciting outdoor activity projects. For example, the main span of the glass bridge reaches 430 meters, and the relative height from the bridge deck to the bottom of the valley is about 300 meters; the height of bungee jumping from a high altitude also reaches more than 100 meters; the length of the high-altitude zip line is also several hundred meters. An extreme sports enthusiast from the United Kingdom came to Zhangjiajie specifically to experience the glass bridge and high-altitude bungee jumping. After experiencing it, he said that these outdoor projects in Zhangjiajie are the most exciting and challenging ones he has ever experienced, and he will come again in the future. Every year, many foreign outdoor sports clubs organize members to come to Zhangjiajie for activities such as rock climbing and hiking.
4. Unique geological landforms with extremely high scientific value
5. Strong cultural atmosphere and unique ethnic customs
Zhangjiajie is the living place of ethnic minorities such as Tujia and Miao. Here, rich ethnic cultural traditions are preserved. For example, traditional dances such as the Tujia hand-waving dance and Maogusi dance, as well as intangible cultural heritages such as the silver jewelry making skills of the Miao nationality, all have unique charms. According to statistics, the ethnic cultural activities held in Zhangjiajie every year attract tens of thousands of foreign tourists to participate. A tourist from Australia is very interested in Tujia culture. He participated in the Tujia hand-waving dance activity in Zhangjiajie and also learned Tujia folk songs. He said that this unique ethnic cultural experience made him have a deeper understanding of China’s diverse cultures and also made him fall in love with Zhangjiajie.
6. Fresh air and beautiful environment, suitable for relaxation
The forest coverage rate of Zhangjiajie is as high as more than 70%, and the content of negative oxygen ions in the air is very high, reaching more than 100,000 per cubic centimeter. The annual average temperature here is around 16°C. The climate is pleasant. It is a natural summer resort and oxygen bar. A tourist from Canada, who has been living in the city for a long time and is plagued by air pollution and work pressure. After coming to Zhangjiajie, he was attracted by the fresh air and beautiful environment here. He stayed in Zhangjiajie for half a month and took a walk in the mountains and forests every day and breathed fresh air. His body and mind were greatly relaxed. After returning home, he also recommended Zhangjiajie to his friends, saying that this is a place where people can forget their troubles.
7. Convenient transportation for foreign tourists to travel easily
Zhangjiajie has transportation hubs such as airports and railway stations, and has opened multiple domestic and international airline routes and railway lines. For example, Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport has opened direct flights to countries such as South Korea, Japan, and Thailand. The annual passenger throughput reaches hundreds of thousands of people. The number of South Korean tourists has increased rapidly in recent years. During the just-passed Spring Festival, there were South Korean tourists everywhere in Zhangjiajie. This is due to the resumption of the Incheon-Zhangjiajie route of Korean Air and the convenient transportation conditions of Zhangjiajie, which makes it easy for South Korean tourists to come to Zhangjiajie for tourism.
8. Perfect tourism facilities and high-quality services
Zhangjiajie has hundreds of hotels and homestays of various grades, which can meet the needs of different tourists. The signs in the scenic area are clear, the tour guide service is professional, and the tourist satisfaction is high. According to surveys, the tourist satisfaction of Zhangjiajie has reached more than 90%. A tourist from Germany was very satisfied with the local hotels and tour guide services during his trip to Zhangjiajie. He said that the hotel facilities are complete and the service is thoughtful. The tour guide is also very professional and can provide him with detailed explanations and help, making his trip very pleasant.
9. Safe and secure for tourists to play with confidence
The Zhangjiajie scenic area attaches great importance to the safety of tourists. Perfect safety facilities such as guardrails and safety signs are set up at various scenic spots. The scenic area is also equipped with a professional rescue team that can handle emergencies in the first time. According to statistics, the incidence of safety accidents in the Zhangjiajie scenic area is very low every year. Once, a foreign tourist accidentally fell and was injured in the scenic area of Zhangjiajie. After the rescue team in the scenic area received the notice, they arrived at the scene within a few minutes and provided timely treatment to the tourist. After recovering, the tourist expressed his great gratitude for the rescue work in the scenic area and also gave a high evaluation of the safety of Zhangjiajie.
10. Good reputation and extensive publicity attracting more tourists
Zhangjiajie’s international popularity is constantly increasing. Every year, a large number of foreign media report on Zhangjiajie. For example, American “National Geographic” magazine and British “The Times” have all made special reports on the beautiful scenery of Zhangjiajie, attracting the attention of the world. A tourist from Italy decided to come to Zhangjiajie for tourism after seeing the report on Zhangjiajie in American “National Geographic” magazine. He said that the pictures and words in the report made him full of longing for Zhangjiajie. After coming here, he found that Zhangjiajie is even more beautiful than reported. He will recommend this place to more friends.
In short, Zhangjiajie has become a popular tourist destination for foreigners with its advantages such as strange peaks and rocks, deep canyons, rich outdoor activities, unique geological landforms, strong cultural atmosphere, fresh air, convenient transportation, perfect tourism facilities, safety and security, and good reputation.