The ongoing International Horticultural Exhibition 2024 Chengdu has sparked a tourism and consumption boom in the host city and neighboring areas with its diverse horticultural wonders and unique cultural experiences.
Data from leading Chinese online platforms Meituan and Dianping show that online searches for "international horticultural exhibition" have risen sharply since the expo kicked off on April 26 in Chengdu, capital of Southwest China's Sichuan province.
The 186-day event showcases more than 500 distinctive plant species from five continents and over 60 local plant species, as well as gardening styles from 32 countries and regions.
The expo's main venue in the Chengdu Eastern New Area not only offers visitors a rich experience for shopping, entertainment, culture and food, but also hosts more than 2,000 all-age-friendly events throughout its duration.
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