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Wolong lake is a walking spot for the people of Shenyang City. Kangping has a residential vocation within the city of Shenyang. The relationship between Kangping and Shenyang is essential: the people of Shenyang and the tourists who visit are likely to be interested in traveling to Kangping for a visit.Wolong lake is a walking spot for the people of Shenyang City. Kangping has a residential vocation within the city of Shenyang. The relationship between Kangping and Shenyang is essential: the people of Shenyang and the tourists who visit are likely to be interested in traveling to Kangping for a visit.

Kangping is located in an area where 71 relics from the Bronze Age were found. Many vestiges of the Liao and Jin dynasties are also present in the region.

Different ethnic groups are present in the region and bring to the city a rich cultural diversity with practices such as Emiu cut papers and Liushuu pearl balls.A group of rural villages around Kangping form an interesting network from a tourist point of view.

The Winter Ice Fishing Festival is a major event in the region and could be the subject of tourism development.

Wolong lake is a halting and breeding ground for migratory birds in eastern Asia, some of which are globally protected. Wetlands are the largest land in Liaoning Province.

Phytorestore has identified the following lines that must guide the eco-tourism plan :

  • Line 1: To reinforce the authenticity and the integrity of the natural site of Wolong Lake.
  • Line 2: To organise and hierarchize the touristic facilities into a strong and diversified touristic area.
  • Line 3: To broaden and equilibrate the range of touristic activities.
  • Line 4: To strengthen communication and certification and to develop qualified training for eco-tourism.

 

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