Who says science can't be a little fun? 😉 This May Day holiday, thousands of travelers flocked to China's mega infrastructure and science sites, turning them into the hottest new destinations! 🧭🌐
First stop: the Wenchang Space Launch Site in the southern island province of Hainan. The excitement was out of this world! 🌙✨ On Friday, China's Chang'e-6 lunar probe blasted off, and nearly 80,000 tourists were there to witness history in the making. Talk about a crowd! 🤯
At the Wenchang Aerospace Science Popularization Center, visitors gathered around giant outdoor screens, eyes glued to the countdown. Smartphones in hand, they captured every thrilling second. 📱🚀 Over at Qishuiwan Beach, selfie spots were all the rage, with models of rockets and the moon providing the perfect backdrop. Say cheese! 🧀📸
But the space center wasn't the only star of the show. 🌟 Kedu Town in Pingtang County, located in southwest China's Guizhou Province, drew in astronomy enthusiasts from all over. Why? It's home to the world's largest single-dish and most sensitive radio telescope: the Five-hundred-meter Aperture Spherical Radio Telescope (FAST), aka the \"China Sky Eye.\" 🔭👁️🗨️
Domestic and foreign tourists alike joined study tours to get a closer look at this marvel of modern science. Learning about the cosmos has never been so cool! 🌌🪐
These sites aren't just about impressive structures; they represent China's significant technological breakthroughs over the years. 🏗️💡 According to Wu Sa, deputy director of the Economic Research Institute of the National Development and Reform Commission, the surge in tourism reflects the pride people feel in homegrown innovation. 🇨🇳❤️
\"It's amazing to see so many young people getting excited about science and technology,\" said a visitor at the Wenchang site. \"It makes me proud and inspired for our future.\" 🌠🙌
So next time you're planning a holiday, why not add a dash of science and a sprinkle of exploration? After all, adventure is out there! 🗺️✨
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Science, infrastructure projects become travel destinations in China
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