China’s May Day Box Office Surpasses 750 Million Yuan, Fueling Local Tourism
China’s 2026 May Day box office exceeded 750 million yuan, driven by hit films and a strategic integration of cinema with tourism and local retail services.
Film Tourism
Filming Fame Turns Henan Cliffside Village into Tourist Hotspot
Henan’s Guoliang Village, famed for movies, is now a tourist hotspot during May Day, attracting visitors with its cinematic charm.
Driving Through the Chinese mainland’s ‘Mars’ Desert: The Qaidam Basin Experience
Explore the breathtaking Qaidam Basin in Qinghai, a Mars-like desert that doubles as a cinematic backdrop and scientific wonder.
Animated Film ‘Nobody’ Sparks Gen Z Craze for Ancient Chinese Architecture
The animated film ‘Nobody’ is inspiring a new generation to explore and appreciate China’s centuries-old architectural wonders and artistic details.
Rendinghu: Beijing’s European-style Garden and Iconic Film Backdrop
Rendinghu Park in Beijing combines European garden design with cinematic history, famously featured in “The Dream Factory” (1997), drawing visitors each spring.
British Explorer’s Film-Inspired Journey to China’s Qikou Ancient Town
A British traveler’s cinematic journey to Qikou Ancient Town via a movie-themed high-speed train highlights China’s cultural tourism boom in 2026.
Haikou’s Qilou Old Street Shines in Film Ahead of 6th Consumer Expo
Historic Qilou Old Street gains global spotlight through film and prepares to welcome visitors for the 6th China International Consumer Products Expo in 2026.
Xinjiang’s ‘Devil City’ Captivates Global Audiences Post-Blockbuster Release
Xinjiang’s ‘Devil City’ gains global attention after featuring in a 2026 blockbuster, blending cinematic spectacle with geological wonder and cultural history.
Xinjiang’s Karamay Rides Film Fame to Boost Tourism in 2026
Karamay, Xinjiang, leverages its role in ‘Blades of the Guardians’ to attract tourists in 2026 with discounted travel packages and vouchers, capitalizing on cinematic landscapes.
Jiayang Steam Train Rides Film Tourism Wave in Sichuan’s Spring
Sichuan’s historic Jiayang steam train attracts record visitors in 2026, blending film tourism with spring scenery and rural economic revitalization.
Cinematic Landscapes Drive Spring Festival Tourism Boom in 2026
China’s 2026 Spring Festival sees film locations becoming top travel destinations, blending cinematic storytelling with cultural tourism experiences across the mainland.
Changying Wonderland: Hainan’s Film-Themed Edutainment Hub Rises in Popularity
Hainan’s Changying Wonderland combines film culture with educational experiences through immersive tech, offering four themed zones for family-friendly exploration in 2026.
Chinese Film Boom Fuels Cultural Consumption Surge Across Asia
China’s record-breaking film industry is transforming tourism and consumer markets, creating new cultural-economic synergies across Asia in 2025.
CMG Celebrates Top Chinese TV Dramas at Annual Awards Ceremony
CMG hosted its third annual Chinese TV Drama Awards in Beijing, celebrating top television series and launching a tourism initiative encouraging visits to locations from popular Chinese shows and movies.
Thailand’s Cinematic Allure: A Favorite Filming Destination for Chinese Productions
Thailand has become a favored filming location for Chinese movies and TV dramas, enhancing cultural exchange and boosting tourism. Discover how Thailand’s allure is captivating Chinese filmmakers.
SIFF2024 Unveils Cinematic City Walks Through Shanghai’s Historic Streets
As part of SIFF2024, Shanghai unveils a hand-drawn map merging three classic cinema walking routes, offering a unique blend of film history and local charm for visitors to explore the city’s cinematic soul.