Data Pulse丨China Tourism Day: What Propelled Guangdong's Tourism into the Spotlight?

May 19, 2026 marks the 16th China Tourism Day. On this day, cities and counties across Guangdong launched a rich lineup of cultural tourism events and special offers. Numerous scenic spots provided free admission and half-price tickets, inviting visitors to explore the province and enjoy quality leisure time.

In recent years, the "China Travel" trend has swept the globe, propelling the country's tourism industry into the fast lane. As a major economic and cultural tourism powerhouse, Guangdong has been consistently at the forefront of the country's tourism development. In 2025, the province received over 950 million tourist visits, with total tourism revenue exceeding 1.2 trillion yuan.

Endowed with unique cultural and tourism resources and an extensive transportation network, Guangdong is drawing an increasing number of tourists from home and abroad. Let's decode the secrets behind Guangdong's tourism success through a key set of figures!

Chief Producer: Zhao Haijian

Supervising Producer: Huang Yanshu

Reporter: Long Lihua

Designer: Wu Huaikuan

Overseas Operations Supervising Producer: Huang Yanshu

Overseas Content Coordinator: Huang Zihao

Overseas Operations Editors: Zhuang Huan, Wu Wanjie, Long Lihua, Zheng Quanyi

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