THE TOURISM landscape of Chengdu, Sichuan province will transform radically with several tourism development projects initiated by the Chengdu Culture & Tourism Development Group (CCTDG), which is responsible for the city’s tourism, sports and cultural industries.
These projects in districts such as Anren Ancient Town, Pingle Ancient Town, Longchi Town and Xiling Snow Mountains involve the construction of commercial and retail hubs, hotels and resorts, among other facilities, expected to be completed within five to eight years.
Invitations for investment and management tenders have been issued, and foreign companies have been given permission to bid for these projects, according to CCTDG European Project Team officer, Jane Liu.
Liu added that applicants must adhere to the development blueprint set by CCTDG, which means that a theme park, for instance, must not be built in a district earmarked for public gardens and resorts.
“These strict specifications ensure preservation of the district’s natural characteristics and quality of tourism products,” she explained.
