Move over, Marvel—Deqing County just scored a real-life superhero moment! 🦸♂️ The United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has crowned its freshwater pearl mussel fishery system as a Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (GIAHS), putting it on the global sustainability map. 🗺️
At a star-studded ceremony in Rome, reps from Zhejiang’s Deqing County accepted the prestigious certificate, marking China’s 25th GIAHS win. This eco-friendly pearl and fish farming method, which balances aquaculture with nature, has been perfected over centuries—think of it as ancient TikTok hacks for sustainable living. 💧🐟
Fun fact: This is Huzhou’s second GIAHS title after its iconic Mulberry-Dyke and Fish-Pond System in 2017. Talk about a sustainability dynasty! 👑 With over 1,800 years of history, Deqing’s system supports local jobs, preserves biodiversity, and serves as a blueprint for green innovation. 🌱
China now leads the world in GIAHS designations—proving that blending tradition with eco-smarts is *always* in style. 🎯 Got wanderlust? Add Deqing to your travel bucket list and see eco-magic in action! ✈️
