Hey there, nature lovers! 🌿 Did you hear the buzz from China? The picturesque city of Guilin in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region just took a giant leap for Mother Earth! 🌏
On Saturday, Guilin joined the CitiesWithNature initiative at the 8th Summit for Subnational Governments and Cities, which was part of the COP16 Convention on Biological Diversity in Cali, Colombia. 🎉
But what's CitiesWithNature, you ask? 🤔 It's the world's largest platform for cities to share their green stories, packed with tools and tips on how to live in harmony with nature. Think of it as the ultimate eco-club, with members like Local Governments for Sustainability, The Nature Conservancy, and the International Union for Conservation of Nature backing it up. 💚
Guilin isn't just any city; it's the first in Guangxi to get this recognition! 🏆 Back in 2022, six other Chinese cities like Kunming, Chengdu, and Shenzhen hopped on the CitiesWithNature train during COP15. Now, Guilin's stunning landscapes and rich biodiversity are in the spotlight. 🌄
Did you know that Guangxi is one of the world's 25 biodiversity hotspots? It's third in China's biodiversity rankings! 🐒🌺 Guilin alone is home to 638 species of terrestrial vertebrates and over 3,120 wild vascular plants. Plus, it boasts 32 nature reserves spreading over 624,100 hectares! That's a whole lot of green. 🌳
Guilin isn't stopping there. The city is turning the Lijiang River Basin into a model for river management globally. 🚣♀️ Their goal? To set a new standard for ecological protection and share the \"Guilin Experience\" with the world. Talk about inspiring! ✨
So next time you're planning an adventure, maybe consider a trip to Guilin. Let's celebrate cities making a difference! 🌟
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
