Explore the Sacred Land of Jiangnan and Embrace Its Pure Charms

After the intense and demanding work of the first half of the year, the company has organized this trip to help everyone unwind and experience the vast embrace of nature. At the same time, we encourage all colleagues to build on this momentum and strive with even greater energy, ready to meet the challenges of the second half of the year in better form. The company has placed great importance on this event, making detailed arrangements in advance and assigning responsible personnel to lead the activities.

During the trip, the employees visited Gaochun Old Street, Yaxi International Slow City, Shuimancheng, and Youzi Mountain Scenic Area. The fresh air, bright sunshine, azure skies, and lush green trees provided a feast for the eyes. Throughout the journey, the team was in high spirits, showing mutual care and support. The trip was filled with laughter, joy, and a harmonious atmosphere. While enjoying the sights, everyone deeply felt the warmth of the company as one big family, which further strengthened their determination and confidence to contribute their wisdom and efforts to the company's development.

On the afternoon of July 21, 2021, everyone embarked on the journey with great excitement! After a brief rest at the hotel, the group gathered for dinner as evening fell. On the way back, they took a nighttime stroll along Gaochun Old Street! Red lanterns hung high under the eaves, and the quiet, gentle street seemed to flow with the passage of a thousand years, as if time had stood still in the past. Walking along Gaochun Old Street, there was no noisy environment—the local shops were simple and unadorned, preserving the ancient charm accumulated over millennia. The Ming and Qing-style architecture stood out prominently, allowing visitors to vividly experience their timeless elegance.

On the morning of July 22nd at 9 AM, we arrived at the Yaxi International Slow City resort area. Yaxi International Slow City is an integrated agricultural tourism destination that combines sightseeing, leisure, entertainment, vacationing, and eco-agriculture, all developed by harnessing the ecological resources of the hilly region. We began by taking a sightseeing vehicle for a tour around the area. With the gentle breeze blowing, we enjoyed views that shifted from being nestled between mountains and rivers to weaving through forests and over hills. Along the way, the lush greenery, birdsong, and fragrance of flowers showcased the beauty of pastoral landscapes and the charm of natural woodlands.

At 2:00 PM, we arrived at Gucheng Lake Water Slow City by coach. Since its commencement in 2013, Gucheng Lake Water Slow City has been developed by leveraging the existing ecological resources, wetlands, and natural ravines. The area not only practices sustainable ecological aquaculture but has also created numerous experiential tourist attractions. The shaded Metasequoia Boulevard is ideal for leisurely strolls; the Thousand-Mu Lotus Garden features nearly a hundred rare species in full bloom; the Wetland Zoo offers ever-changing scenery with a harmonious blend of dynamic and tranquil spaces; the Lakeside Flower Sea blooms all year round; the Fishing and Play Valley provides joyful parent-child interactions; the Romantic Wedding Park captures timeless moments; the Golden Sand Beach invites visitors to unleash their energy; unique aquatic crop picking experiences are available; and the enchanting reed marshes offer a captivating atmosphere that lingers in memory.

On the morning of July 23, we arrived at the Youzi Mountain Scenic Area. According to local folklore, Youzi Mountain is considered a "sacred site integrating Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism." Our visit focused on the Zhenru Temple as the main attraction, with the highlight being the largest stone Buddha statue in East China. In the afternoon, we boarded the bus and returned to the company, ready to embark on a new round of work!