#82 Understanding China’s national park & scenic areas

<p>In 2021, there were 2 billion visits to China’s outdoor tourism sites, such as nature reserves and natural scenic areas. How is this part of the tourism industry coping with a growing demand for outdoor experiences, and did that influence the creation of the country’s national park system? <br/><br/><b>Featuring</b> <br/>- Justin Culkin : A Trails - Business Development Director<br/>- Rose Niu 牛红卫 : Paulson Institute - Chief Conservation Officer <br/>- Yefren Nye : TWOC contributor &amp; innovative Green Development Program communications specialist <br/><br/><b>To go further</b> <br/>- <a href='https://www.theworldofchinese.com/2021/08/the-trails-and-tribulations-of-chinas-outdoors-boom/'>The Trails and Tribulations of China&apos;s Outdoors Boom</a> article by Yefren Nye <br/>- <a href='https://www.theworldofchinese.com/2021/01/right-to-roam/'>Right to Roam</a> article by Yefren Nye <br/>- <a href='https://www.theworldofchinese.com/2021/08/the-myth-of-the-chinese-wilderness/'>The Myth of the Chinese Wilderness</a> by Tina Xu (徐盈盈) <br/>- <a href='https://www.theworldofchinese.com/the-world-of-chinese-podcasts/why-is-red-tourism-trending-beyond-the-golden-generation/'>#55 Why is red tourism trending beyond the golden generation?</a> By the Middle Earth Podcast <br/>- <a href='https://www.theworldofchinese.com/the-world-of-chinese-podcasts/the-golden-age-of-chinas-museums/'>#60 The Golden Age of China&apos;s Museums?</a> By the Middle Earth Podcast </p><p> <br/>Middle Earth is made by <a href='http://www.chinacompassproductions.com/'>China Compass Productions</a> and hosted by <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/aladin-production-services-china-news/'>Aladin Farré</a>. If you have a China-themed cultural project like shooting your next documentary or look for a specific talent, please get in touch! </p><p>With thanks to Wen Jiayin for production assistance and <a href='http://www.ramoncalvomusic.com/'>Sean Calvo</a> for music support. </p>