
25 Cultural and Tourism Footprints of General Secretary Xi Jinping (2018-2025 Chapter)
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Editor | Jing Xiangyuan
Source | Peak Wisdom
September 26, 2018
Chagan Lake, Jilin
During his inspection of Chagan Lake, General Secretary Xi Jinping pointed out, "Green mountains and clear waters, and icy and snowy landscapes are all mountains of gold and silver. Protecting the ecological environment and developing ecological tourism complement each other, and this path must be firmly followed. He also stressed, "A good ecological environment is a precious resource for the economic and social development of Northeast China, and it is also an advantage for the revitalization of Northeast China. We must prioritize ecological environmental protection and adhere to green development."
October 24, 2018
Yongqingfang, Xiguan Historical and Cultural Street, Guangzhou, Guangdong
General Secretary Xi Jinping inspected the old city renovation and the repair and protection of historical and cultural buildings along the street. The General Secretary pointed out that urban planning and construction should attach great importance to the protection of historical culture, not seeking quick success and instant benefits, and not engaging in large-scale demolition and reconstruction. We should highlight local characteristics, pay attention to improving the living environment, use micro-transformation, a kind of "embroidery" work, and pay attention to the inheritance of civilization and the continuation of culture. 。
February 1, 2019
Hutongs in Beijing's old city
General Secretary Xi Jinping came to the Qianmen East District and walked along Caochangsi Hutong to observe the street scene and listened to introductions on regional planning and construction, old city protection, relocation and withdrawal, and improvement of the living environment. The General Secretary stressed, We should unify the upgrading of the old city with the protection of historical relics and the preservation of historical context. We should improve the living environment while protecting the historical and cultural heritage, so that history and culture can be integrated with modern life. 。
July 15, 2019
Ma'anshan Village, Henan Street, Karqin Banner, Inner Mongolia
General Secretary Xi Jinping went to Ma'anshan Village, Henan Street, Karqin Banner, Chifeng City, Inner Mongolia for investigation and research, and had a cordial conversation with the villagers about poverty alleviation and getting rich, and talked about national unity, emphasizing "We must adhere to the principle of adapting measures to local conditions and adopting different policies for different villages. We should plant crops where it is suitable to plant, raise livestock where it is suitable to raise, and plant trees where it is suitable to plant trees, so that industrial development can contribute to farmers' increased income." 。
August 19, 2019
Mogao Grottoes, Gansu
General Secretary Xi Jinping came to the Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang, a national key cultural relic protection unit and a world cultural heritage site, to understand the protection and research of the Mogao Grottoes, and went into the caves to inspect the long-standing sculptures and murals. In his speech, he proposed: We must cherish the precious cultural heritage left to us by our ancestors, adhere to the principle of giving priority to protection, strengthen the protection of cave buildings, paintings, and murals, use advanced science and technology to improve the level of protection, and pass on this world cultural heritage from generation to generation. 。
Dunhuang culture is the result of the long-term exchange and integration of Chinese civilization with various civilizations. If we want to create a new brilliance for Chinese culture, we must embrace a broader mind, conduct more extensive cultural exchanges with various countries, and more actively and proactively learn from the excellent achievements of civilizations all over the world. The study and promotion of Dunhuang culture should not only deeply explore the philosophical thoughts, humanistic spirit, values, moral norms, etc., contained in Dunhuang culture and historical relics, but also reveal the cultural spirit and cultural mind of the Chinese nation contained therein, and continuously strengthen cultural confidence. We should strengthen support and assistance for the inheritance of national quintessence and the protection of intangible cultural heritage, strengthen the research of the history and culture of ethnic minorities, and consolidate the consciousness of the Chinese nation community. We should promote the research of Dunhuang culture to serve the joint construction of the "Belt and Road", strengthen cultural exchanges with countries along the route, and enhance people-to-people connectivity. We should strengthen the research of Dunhuang studies, conduct extensive international exchanges and cooperation, and fully demonstrate China's achievements in the protection of Dunhuang cultural relics and the research of Dunhuang studies. We should care for and love researchers, improve talent incentive mechanisms, and build better platforms for researchers to conduct research, study abroad, and exchange studies, so as to improve the professional level of the research team.
September 16, 2019
Tianpu Dazhao, Tianpu Township, Xinxian County, Henan
General Secretary Xi Jinping came to Tianpu Dazhao, Tianpu Township, Xinxian County, and walked along the winding village paths, visiting the "Heart Crafts Workshop" handicraft shop, the "Old Home Cold House" homestay shop, and the "Buqiucao" bamboo weaving craft shop, etc., to understand the development of the maker town, the development of characteristic tourism, and the promotion of rural revitalization. He also paid for several pairs of handmade insoles with local characteristics. General Secretary Xi Jinping pointed out, In rural revitalization, we should not engage in large-scale demolition and reconstruction, but should renovate these traditional villages with unique styles. We should make living facilities convenient and modern, so that people can take hot showers, and the village appearance should be clean and beautiful.
March 31, 2020
Xixi National Wetland Park, Hangzhou, Zhejiang
General Secretary Xi Jinping came to the Xixi National Wetland Park in Hangzhou for inspection. "Wetlands are valuable for their original ecology, and the original ecology is the capital of tourism." Seeing the lush and green Xixi Wetland, Xi Jinping pointed out the importance of protecting the original ecology of wetlands, He emphasized four "no's": tourism development cannot sacrifice the ecological environment, cannot engage in excessive commercial development, cannot engage in construction that affects the ecological environment, and cannot engage in private clubs, so that the park can become a green space shared by the people.
May 11, 2020
Yungang Grottoes, Datong, Shanxi
General Secretary Xi Jinping came to the Yungang Grottoes in Datong to inspect the protection of historical and cultural heritage. The General Secretary stressed: "We should deeply explore the historical connotation of the exchanges and integration of various ethnic groups contained in the Yungang Grottoes, and enhance the consciousness of the Chinese nation community." " Historical and cultural heritage is an irreplaceable and irreplaceable precious resource, and protection must always be placed first. 。”
October 12, 2020
Chaozhou Ancient City, Guangdong
General Secretary Xi Jinping visited Chaozhou Ancient City, checking out shops, inquiring about prices, and engaging in cordial exchanges with local residents to understand the protection of historical and cultural districts and the resumption of business. He emphasized that Chaozhou is a renowned historical and cultural city with a long history, Chaozhou culture is an important component of Lingnan culture and a significant branch of Chinese culture Chaoshan embroidery, carving, sculpture, opera, as well as Kung Fu tea and Chaoshan cuisine, are all treasures of Chinese culture, extremely valuable and rare. If we love this city, we must cherish and build it well.
March 24, 2021
Sanfang Qixiang Historical and Cultural Block, Fuzhou, Fujian
General Secretary Xi Jinping walked into the Sanfang Qixiang Historical and Cultural Block in Fuzhou, reiterating his instructions: Treat ancient buildings, old houses, and old neighborhoods with a heart of cherishment and respect 。”
April 26, 2021
Elephant Trunk Hill Park, Guilin City, Guangxi
General Secretary Xi Jinping visited Elephant Trunk Hill Park in Guilin for inspection and research, and had cordial conversations with tourists. He pointed out, Guilin's scenery is unrivaled under heaven, naturally beautiful with lush mountains and clear waters. It is a treasure bestowed by nature upon the Chinese nation, and must be well protected. We must adhere to a people-centered approach, improve service quality, enhance taste and style, and strive to build a world-class tourist city and a livable city.
July 22, 2021
Barkhor Street, Tibet
General Secretary Xi Jinping visited Barkhor Street in the old town of Lhasa, walking around to observe its appearance, entering specialty shops, and inquiring about the development of the tourism and cultural creative industries, as well as the inheritance and protection of Tibetan culture. The General Secretary remarked with emotion: "The thousand-year-old Barkhor Street is Barkhor Street built by all our ethnic groups. Cultures of various ethnic groups interact, communicate, and blend here, and our big family of the Chinese nation lives in harmony here 。”
January 27, 2022
Pingyao Ancient City, Shanxi
On the eve of the 2022 Chinese New Year, General Secretary Xi Jinping walked into the city from Yingxun Gate and climbed the city wall to overlook the entire ancient city. The General Secretary pointed out that historical and cultural heritage carries the genes and bloodline of the Chinese nation, belonging not only to our generation but also to future generations. We must revere history, culture, and ecology, comprehensively protect historical and cultural heritage, coordinate tourism development, distinctive operations, and ancient city protection, solidify the bottom line of cultural relic safety, and safeguard the valuable wealth left to us by our predecessors 。
July 14, 2022
Grape Valley, Turpan, Xinjiang
General Secretary Xi Jinping visited Turpan City for inspection. In Grape Valley, the General Secretary observed the display of Turpan's specialty fruits and learned about the local development of grape industries and the promotion of cultural and tourism integration. General Secretary Xi Jinping emphasized that Turpan is beautiful and fertile, with fragrant fruits, which is a gift from nature. We must correctly handle the relationship between economic and social development and ecological environmental protection, promote the integrated development of culture and tourism, and create industries that enrich the people.
January 18, 2023
Shiyi Village, Beichuan, Sichuan
General Secretary Xi Jinping extended New Year greetings to the villagers and tourists of Shiyi Village via video link, and conveyed his best wishes for the Spring Festival to farmers nationwide and comrades working on the frontline of rural revitalization. Xi Jinping said, In the new era of rural revitalization, specialty agricultural products and rural tourism must be well developed You are a good example. I hope everyone continues to work hard, make further progress, achieve new and greater accomplishments in rural revitalization, move towards common prosperity together, and live increasingly prosperous lives.
July 6, 2023
Pingjiang Historical and Cultural Block, Suzhou, Jiangsu
General Secretary Xi Jinping visited Pingjiang Historical and Cultural Block, praising "It is very fortunate to live here," and urged everyone to " Protect, explore, and utilize it well, not only inheriting it in its material form but also cherishing it in your hearts." ”。
July 26, 2023
Sanxingdui Museum, Sichuan
General Secretary Xi Jinping pointed out during his inspection of the new Sanxingdui Museum: " The protection and restoration of cultural relics is a long-term task. We must increase national support, strengthen the talent pool, and carry forward a rigorous and meticulous craftsmanship spirit piece by piece, work persistently for long-term success, and achieve greater accomplishments."
September 6, 2023
Beiji Village, Mohe, Heilongjiang
During his inspection of Beiji Village in Mohe City, Daxing'anling Prefecture, General Secretary Xi Jinping learned from the villagers about the local development of rural specialty industries and efforts to promote border prosperity and rural revitalization. General Secretary Xi Jinping pointed out that he was very pleased to see the good development of Beiji Village and the improved living conditions of the people. Developing tourism is an important focus for promoting high-quality development. Only by protecting the forests of Daxing'anling can the tourism industry be attractive. The tourism resources here are uniquely endowed, and local Party committees and governments must provide policy support, adhere to developing both under-forest economy and tourism, allowing the northern border scenery and ice and snow resources to bring continuous income to the villagers.
October 11, 2023
Nanlu Site of Taoyangli Historical and Cultural Block, Ceramic Museum, and Ming and Qing Dynasty Kiln Complex, Jingdezhen, Jiangxi
General Secretary Xi Jinping visited Jingdezhen City, Jiangxi Province, for inspection and research, entering the Nanlu Site of Taoyangli Historical and Cultural Block, the Ceramic Museum, and the Ming and Qing Dynasty Kiln Complex. In Taoyangli Historical and Cultural Block, he learned in detail about the protection and inheritance of ceramic culture, emphasizing that "China's excellent traditional culture has never been interrupted from ancient times to the present; ceramics are a treasure of China and an important calling card of Chinese civilization," and urged everyone to "Polish the bright 'Millennium Porcelain Capital' calling card even brighter." 。
February 1, 2024
Tianjin Ancient Culture Street
General Secretary Xi Jinping visited Tianjin Ancient Culture Street for inspection and research, pointing out: “Chinese-style modernization cannot be separated from the inheritance and promotion of excellent traditional culture. Tianjin is a city with unique characteristics and charm, It is essential to protect and make good use of historical and cultural blocks, allowing them to shine brilliantly in the construction of modern metropolises. 。”
March 19, 2024
Changde River Street, Hunan
General Secretary Xi Jinping inspected Changde River Street in Changde City, Hunan Province, to understand the restoration and utilization of historical and cultural blocks, comprehensive urban water environment management, and other related situations. He pointed out the need to promote the deep integration of culture and tourism, protect the green mountains and clear waters, blue skies and pure land of Sanxiang, and transform natural scenery and local customs into the lasting charm of the tourism industry.
October 17, 2024
Six-Foot Lane, Tongcheng, Anhui
General Secretary Xi Jinping, during his inspection in Anhui, visited Six-Foot Lane, reviewed the anecdote of Zhang and Wu yielding to each other, and observed the historical and cultural exhibition of Tongcheng. When visiting Six-Foot Lane, Xi Jinping said, Six-Foot Lane embodies the historical wisdom of ancient Chinese people. We must promote the traditional virtues of the Chinese nation, practicing mutual deference and valuing harmony , effectively resolve livelihood issues, mitigate social conflicts, and make our society more harmonious.
November 5, 2024
Ten-Mile Vegetable Corridor and Siyi in Panjiawan Town, Jiayu County, Xianning, Hubei
General Secretary Xi Jinping emphasized during his inspection here that rural areas have vast potential and agriculture has great prospects. All localities should further integrate agriculture, culture, and tourism, fully tap into local cultural characteristics, leverage resource advantages, and creatively transform unique agriculture, unique scenery, and unique stories into cultural and tourism resources, Ultimately, this will drive economic development through industrial growth, benefiting the local people.
March 17, 2025
Zhaoxing Dong Village, Liping County, Qiandongnan Prefecture, Guizhou
Xi Jinping General Secretary visited Zhaoxing Dong Village in Liping County, Qiandongnan Prefecture, for inspection. He walked along the village roads, observing the appearance of the Dong village and tourist shops, occasionally stopping to interact and converse with shop owners, tourists, and villagers. At the Dong ethnic culture exhibition center, he learned in detail about the protection and inheritance of distinctive Dong culture, including its history, customs, clothing, and architecture. At the Dong rural characteristic industry base, he observed the batik crafting process and affirmed the batik cooperative's operational philosophy of customer first, quality first. He pointed out that minority cultures are an indispensable part of Chinese culture. It is essential to protect tangible villages, residences, and distinctive architectural styles, inherit intangible cultural heritage, and also promote their creative transformation and innovative development, so that ethnic characteristics become more vibrant through utilization and continuously radiate new splendor. 。
March 19-20, 2025
Lijiang Ancient Town, Yunnan
General Secretary Xi Jinping visited Lijiang and Kunming in Yunnan for inspection and research. In Lijiang Ancient Town, the General Secretary cordially interacted with local residents and tourists, praising Lijiang's beautiful scenery and distinctive culture, and encouraging everyone to “ forge a sustainable and healthy path for cultural tourism development ”, and emphasized that ethnic regions should preserve their distinctive cultures, further showcase their brilliance through cultural and tourism integration, empower economic and social development with culture, and deepen the integration of culture, tourism, and sports to enrich tourism formats. 。
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