Expo-goers inquire about the tourism offerings of Nantong at the 39th Hong Kong International Tourism Expo. [Photo/WeChat account: ntwgx6]

Nantong in East China's Jiangsu province recently showcased its abundant tourism offerings at the 39th Hong Kong International Tourism Expo.

At the Nantong booth, bilingual brochures, diverse tourism routes, and unique cultural and creative products such as Nantong blue calico dolls and playing cards were promoted, catching the attention of visitors. Among them, a Taiwan businessman who had worked in Nantong in the 1980s expressed excitement after learning about the changes and diverse array of businesses in the city, saying that he must visit Nantong again during his lifetime.

Expo-goers ask about Nantong's tourism offerings at the 39th Hong Kong International Tourism Expo. [Photo/WeChat account: ntwgx6]

The ITE Hong Kong is one of the largest travel exhibitions in Asia and is listed as a major event by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government. This year's expo focused on the recovery of the tourism market and the development model, aiming to attract more young travelers. Approximately 500 exhibitors from over 60 countries and regions participated, attracting over 70,000 visitors.