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A delegation comprising travel agents and social media influencers from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) explored Yangzhou on Aug 17, experiencing the historical and cultural allure of this ancient city.
The UAE delegation poses for a photo in Yangzhou. [Photo/WeChat account: yzs_lyj]
During their trip, they took a boat ride across Slender West Lake, savoring Yangzhou's serene beauty.
Guest Saeed said that the beauty of Yangzhou exceeded his expectations and that China's profound history and vitality blended harmoniously in this city. He vowed to promote Yangzhou to his Arab friends, highlighting its captivating culture and hospitality.
A Dubai travel agency employee noted that Yangzhou's tranquil lakes and picturesque views are exactly what tourists seek. He stressed that taking advantage of the direct flights from Dubai to East China, they could link tourist attractions in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai into package tours, providing Middle Eastern tourists with comprehensive itineraries.
Another Dubai agency representative revealed plans to make Yangzhou a core destination in high-end China itineraries to satisfy clients' desire for cultural landscapes.
Michelle, who is from the Philippines and works for Dubai's Nirvana Travel, likened boating on Slender West Lake to being in a flowing Chinese scroll painting. She pledged to emphasize this sense of tranquility and poetry when recommending Yangzhou to clients.
An influencer said that the place was like the Chinese version of Swan Lake, but with its own unique charm.
The delegation's visit to Yangzhou has paved the way for the city to become a tourist destination among people in the Middle East, which is bound to attract more tourists to this beautiful ancient city.
