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With the 144-hour visa-free transit, “China travel” has become a buzzword worldwide

TIME:2024-07-05 17:51

With the 144-hour visa-free transit, an increasing number of foreigners are taking the opportunity to visit China, creating extensive vlogs during their travels in China.
 
According to data from the statistics platform Meltwater, during the first quarter of 2024, there were approximately 2,420 YouTube and TikTok videos containing keywords, such as "China," "trip," and "travel" in their headlines, five times higher than for the same period in 2023. Foreign influencers have been sharing their travel experiences in China on social platforms like YouTube and TikTok, showing a true portrayal of the country. In exploring famous mountains and rivers, they marveled at the breathtaking landscapes in China, like Chongqing, a “Magical City”, the steep and wonderful Huashan Mountain, and Zhangjiajie, the filming location for the movie Avatar. 

"China shocked us", "an amazing place to start", "fancy and beautiful place"... Comments like this have poured into the "China travel" vlog series. Whether it's the bustling urban life or the serene natural landscapes, there's always something new and awe-inspiring. China's hospitality and vibrant culture make it an unforgettable destination." "The 'city or not' term that conveys not only urbanization but also a lively and cheerful feeling really captures the essence of exploring China. 

Citizens from 54 countries have been exempted from visa requirements during transit to China for 72 or 144 hours. Statistics released by China's National Immigration Administration show that the number of foreigners coming to China reached about 12 million from January 1 to May 31 this year. Notably, some 7 million foreigners (79,000 foreigners per day) enjoyed visa-free entry into China, soaring 1.9 fold year-on-year, according to media reports. 

With the popularity of travel in China, an image of China that is changing with each passing day and full of humanity will be known to more foreign friends. 

  

Source: Chinadaily.com.cn