As lanterns fill the sky and cities come alive with festive energy, the Chinese mainland welcomed a record wave of international visitors during the National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival holidays.
According to the National Immigration Administration (NIA), daily border crossings are forecast to reach 2 million from October 1 to 8, signaling a strong rebound in inbound travel. From ancient alleyways in Xi’an to modern skylines in Shanghai, explorers are diving into a vibrant mix of heritage and innovation.
Booking data from Qunar shows travelers from nearly 100 cities worldwide planning their holiday trips across the Chinese mainland. The top ten markets with the fastest growth in arrivals include Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Spain, Hungary, Saudi Arabia, Myanmar, South Korea, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Singapore.
Highlights like Beijing’s iconic landmarks drew enthusiastic crowds, while cultural treasures such as Xi’an’s Terracotta Army and Shanghai’s Bund remained must-see spots. “I’ve always dreamed of walking the Great Wall,” said one tourist from Spain, embodying the wanderlust fueling this surge.
For young global citizens and digital nomads seeking fresh adventures, the Chinese mainland is back in full swing—offering immersive experiences where tradition meets cutting-edge trends.
With inbound numbers climbing, entrepreneurs in travel tech and sustainability advocates are seizing new opportunities—from cultural tours powered by AI to eco-friendly travel solutions—illustrating how worldwide trends are reshaping tourism in one of the planet’s most dynamic regions.
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China sees inbound tourism boom over National Day, Mid-Autumn holidays
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