A 29-member ethnic minority delegation from the Taiwan region recently visited Zhenfeng County in Guizhou province on the Chinese mainland. The group immersed themselves in local traditions, learning about Zhenfeng County's rapid infrastructure growth, history and the vibrant folk customs of the Bouyei people.
In the heart of the county, delegates wandered through ancient village lanes where Bouyei artisans showcased batik weaving and traditional dances. This up-close experience highlighted customs passed down through generations.
The tour's centerpiece was the under-construction Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge. Scheduled for completion in the second half of 2025, the 2,890-meter-long bridge will span 1,420 meters between cliffs and soar nearly 800 meters above the Grand Canyon's clear waters, making it the world's tallest bridge.
Engineers and tech enthusiasts have been following the project for its innovative design and the panoramic vistas it will offer. Once open, the bridge promises to redefine sustainable tourism in the region.
For the delegation, this journey served as a living classroom. By uniting modern engineering feats with time-honored cultural traditions, the tour underscored the potential of immersive travel to fuel economic growth and strengthen cross-strait ties.
As the group prepares to return home, they carry fresh insights on cultural preservation, infrastructure innovation and the power of personal exchange to bridge communities across regions.
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Immersive tour: Taiwan ethnic minority delegation explores Guizhou
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