Since mid-March, when the Covid-19 epidemic situation in the world was becoming tense, there were many positive signs in China when the number of new infections among Chinese people gradually decreased to zero. The Chinese tourism market has also grown again, with about 50% of scenic spots in China reopening to welcome tourists. These are all scenic spots ranked highest by the Chinese Ministry of Culture and Tourism. Ticket sales have increased rapidly since the scenic spots opened, with ticket sales in the first 7 days of March recording a 173% increase compared to the previous week.
However, this reality has raised many concerns in the community about a possible second wave of Covid-19 infections due to the large number of tourists gathering in a context where the epidemic has not been completely controlled.
Below are some of the tourist attractions that have opened to visitors in recent days.
Shanghai opens tourist attractions but still controls the number of visitors
In Shanghai, most parks and some major tourist attractions have reopened. However, to ensure safety and prevent the spread of Covid-19, visitors still have to have their body temperature checked at the entrance and wear masks throughout the visit. Shanghai's museums have also returned to operation with similar requirements, and visitors are also asked to spend no more than 2 hours visiting each museum.
In addition, Chinese tourist attractions are also limiting the number of visitors per day. Accordingly, the Shanghai Museum is limited to 2,000 visitors per day, the History Museum to 3,000 visitors and the China Art Museum to 5,000 visitors. Currently, indoor swimming pools, gyms, tennis courts and yoga centers have not been reopened. However, outdoor exercise fields have been allowed to operate normally.
Nanjing implements many measures to stimulate shopping and tourism
After the Covid-19 epidemic, the Nanjing government plans to give out shopping vouchers worth up to 318 million yuan (about 45.3 million USD) to people to stimulate demand. These vouchers can be used at a series of restaurants, shopping malls, sports centers and on tourist routes...
Authorities in the city’s Qinhuai district are encouraging residents to spend at least 100 yuan (over $14) each time shopping or dining out, in a bid to help businesses weather the difficult times after the Covid-19 pandemic.
Xinjiang reopens 131 tourist attractions
Currently, Xinjiang has reopened 131 tourist attractions. However, tourists still need to follow precautions such as wearing masks, having their body temperature checked and maintaining a safe distance when queuing.
Some scenic spots in Xinjiang have also limited visiting hours to prevent the epidemic, typically Tianchi Lake is only open from 10am to 5pm, with no more than 3,000 visitors per day, and all visitors are required to use their real names when booking tickets online.
Hainan promotes and stimulates sea tourism
Since February 21, A-class tourist attractions in Sanya City on Hainan Island have all resumed operations. These tourist attractions have attracted more and more visitors, especially as the Covid-19 epidemic has gradually been brought under control.
It is estimated that around 74,000 tourists have visited Sanya tourist attractions since they reopened. At the same time, 23,000 tourism workers here have also been able to return to work. To attract tourists, Sanya also offers each tourist to the island a travel insurance package. The place is also taking many measures to promote and stimulate tourism.
