Green development and cultural tourism drive growth in Chongqing

An aerial drone photo shows a cruise ship sailing in Wuxia Gorge, one of the Three Gorges on the Yangtze River, in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, June 11, 2025. In recent years, Wushan, Fengjie, and other areas in the Three Gorges Reservoir region in Chongqing have adhered to the principle of green development. While consolidating the ecological strength in the upper reaches of the Yangtze River, local authorities have fully leveraged the unique terrain, magnificent landscapes, and rich historical and cultural heritage to promote the development of cultural tourism, effectively boosting local economic and social development. (Xinhua/Wang Quanchao)