Nighttime economy thrives in historic and cultural district in China's Hunan-Xinhua

Nighttime economy thrives in historic and cultural district in China's Hunan

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2026-08-13 16:37:28

Tourists visit a historic and cultural district in Yiyang City, central China's Hunan Province, on Aug. 12, 2026.

The old district dating back to the Ming and Qing dynasties (1368-1911) is home to 41 cultural heritage sites.

As the nighttime economy continues to gain momentum during the summer vacation, the district is attracting large numbers of visitors with its diverse tourism offerings. The passenger flow at night now accounts for 65 percent of the district's total daily visits, while nighttime spending makes up 70 percent of total consumption. (Xinhua/Dai Mingxuan)

Tourists visit a historic and cultural district in Yiyang City, central China's Hunan Province, on Aug. 12, 2026.

The old district dating back to the Ming and Qing dynasties (1368-1911) is home to 41 cultural heritage sites.

As the nighttime economy continues to gain momentum during the summer vacation, the district is attracting large numbers of visitors with its diverse tourism offerings. The passenger flow at night now accounts for 65 percent of the district's total daily visits, while nighttime spending makes up 70 percent of total consumption. (Xinhua/Dai Mingxuan)

Tourists watch a local opera performance at a tea house within a historic and cultural district in Yiyang City, central China's Hunan Province, on Aug. 12, 2026.

The old district dating back to the Ming and Qing dynasties (1368-1911) is home to 41 cultural heritage sites.

As the nighttime economy continues to gain momentum during the summer vacation, the district is attracting large numbers of visitors with its diverse tourism offerings. The passenger flow at night now accounts for 65 percent of the district's total daily visits, while nighttime spending makes up 70 percent of total consumption. (Xinhua/Dai Mingxuan)

Tourists view ancient architecture within a historic and cultural district in Yiyang City, central China's Hunan Province, on Aug. 12, 2026.

The old district dating back to the Ming and Qing dynasties (1368-1911) is home to 41 cultural heritage sites.

As the nighttime economy continues to gain momentum during the summer vacation, the district is attracting large numbers of visitors with its diverse tourism offerings. The passenger flow at night now accounts for 65 percent of the district's total daily visits, while nighttime spending makes up 70 percent of total consumption. (Xinhua/Dai Mingxuan)

Tourists visit a historic and cultural district in Yiyang City, central China's Hunan Province, on Aug. 12, 2026.

The old district dating back to the Ming and Qing dynasties (1368-1911) is home to 41 cultural heritage sites.

As the nighttime economy continues to gain momentum during the summer vacation, the district is attracting large numbers of visitors with its diverse tourism offerings. The passenger flow at night now accounts for 65 percent of the district's total daily visits, while nighttime spending makes up 70 percent of total consumption. (Xinhua/Dai Mingxuan)

Tourists visit a historic and cultural district in Yiyang City, central China's Hunan Province, on Aug. 12, 2026.

The old district dating back to the Ming and Qing dynasties (1368-1911) is home to 41 cultural heritage sites.

As the nighttime economy continues to gain momentum during the summer vacation, the district is attracting large numbers of visitors with its diverse tourism offerings. The passenger flow at night now accounts for 65 percent of the district's total daily visits, while nighttime spending makes up 70 percent of total consumption. (Xinhua/Dai Mingxuan)

Tourists watch a dragon dance while visiting a historic and cultural district in Yiyang City, central China's Hunan Province, on Aug. 12, 2026.

The old district dating back to the Ming and Qing dynasties (1368-1911) is home to 41 cultural heritage sites.

As the nighttime economy continues to gain momentum during the summer vacation, the district is attracting large numbers of visitors with its diverse tourism offerings. The passenger flow at night now accounts for 65 percent of the district's total daily visits, while nighttime spending makes up 70 percent of total consumption. (Xinhua/Dai Mingxuan)