Slopes of success in Winter Olympics town of Chongli
Jan 12, 2024
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Join Heyang, Li Yi, and Josh Cotterill as they discuss the extraordinary rise of Chongli, a world-class skiing destination. Explore the rapid development of Chongli after the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics, the differences between snow sports culture in China and Europe, and the economic impact on the surrounding community.
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Chongli has become a world-class skiing destination with convenient access from Beijing and a wide range of amenities for tourists.
The Beijing Winter Olympics has transformed Chongli from a poverty-stricken town to a booming tourism hub, bringing economic prosperity and improving the lives of local residents.
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The Rise of Chongli: From Humble Town to World-Class Skiing Destination
Chongli, a once humble town, has transformed into a renowned ski destination after the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics. The town's convenient high-speed railway, which takes only an hour from Beijing, has made it easily accessible for skiers and snowboarders. With eight ski resorts offering a total of 175 ski slopes and 166 kilometers of slopes, Chongli has become one of China's largest ski zones. The ski resorts in Chongli also provide various amenities such as hotels, restaurants, equipment stores, and hot springs, making it a complete holiday town.
The Popularity and Economic Boom of Chongli's Snow Travel
Chongli has experienced a significant boom in popularity and tourism since the Beijing Winter Olympics. During the 2022-2023 snow season, Chongli received over 2.2 million visitors, generating tourism income of over 2.6 billion yuan. The town has become a favored destination for skiers and snowboarders from all over China, with over 1.2 million visitors already recorded by December 2023. To meet the growing demand, transportation and accommodation facilities have been expanded, including increased high-speed train services, additional flights to Chongli, and the construction of new hotels. The surge in popularity has brought significant economic benefits to the region.
Chongli's Transformation from Poverty to Prosperity
Chongli's story of transformation from poverty to prosperity is closely intertwined with the rise of the skiing and snowboarding industry in China. Before the development of ski resorts, Chongli relied on vegetable cultivation as its main industry, which struggled due to limited arable land and unfavorable weather conditions. However, the Beijing Winter Olympics bid in 2015 played a pivotal role in accelerating the town's development. Infrastructure and facilities were built, and the completion of the Beijing-Zhangjiakou High-Speed Railway in 2019 further connected Chongli to the capital. The economic impact has been significant, creating jobs, attracting investment, and reshaping the lives of local residents.
We bring you on an exhilarating ride through the story of Chongli.
Discover how this once humble little town transformed into a world-class skiing destination, following the Beijing 2022 Olympic Winter Games. From its breathtaking ski resorts to its inspiring journey out of poverty, join us as we take a look at Chongli's extraordinary rise to fame.
On the show: Heyang, Li Yi and Josh Cotterill
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