Brochures about the culture and attractions in Nantong and Qidong are provided at the 2024 China Culture & Tourism Industries Exposition. [Photo/WeChat account: ntwgx6]

The 2024 China Culture & Tourism Industries Exposition recently commenced in Tianjin. This gathering attracted participation from more than 270 delegations and 2,000 enterprises, showcasing a broad spectrum of the industry's capabilities and innovations.

The exposition saw active involvement from the culture, broadcasting, television, and tourism bureaus of Nantong and Qidong, a county-level city under Nantong's administration. Four enterprises based in Qidong were also in attendance.

Dried seafood and rice wine from Qidong are displayed at the 2024 China Culture & Tourism Industries Exposition. [Photo/WeChat account: ntwgx6]

Nantong displayed an array of novel cultural and creative products rooted in its rich heritage, including traditional blue calico cloth and tie-dyed garments, alongside other local intangible cultural heritage items. These offerings were complemented by select local delicacies, such as fresh seafood and rice wine from Qidong.

Government workers from Nantong also interacted with expo-goers and distributed these specialties. Qitang Culture, a culture and tourism enterprise from Qidong, also provided immersive experiences of the Qitang Immersive Amusement Park, becoming a highlight of the event.

Snacks from Nantong are showcased at the 2024 China Culture & Tourism Industries Exposition. [Photo/WeChat account: ntwgx6]

The 2024 China Culture & Tourism Industries Exposition, themed "Experience New Forms of Cultural Tourism, Enjoy New Life", sprawls across an impressive 150,000 square meters, encompassing nine exhibition halls.

It is poised to serve as a platform showcasing cutting-edge trends, burgeoning market prospects and forward-looking innovations within the cultural and tourism domains in China.