Spring Festival 2025 Merges Tradition with Tech for International Visitors
China's 2025 Spring Festival wasn't just about red envelopes and dumplings – it became a global tourism hotspot blending ancient traditions with modern convenience! Over 14.37 million cross-border trips were logged during the holiday period, up 6.3% from last year, as travelers flocked to experience everything from paper-cutting workshops to digital payment innovations.
'Imagine paying for street food like a local while learning shadow puppetry next door' – that's the magic combo driving China's tourism revival. Beijing's new payment hub along its Central Axis now lets visitors:
Scan QR codes like pros
Tap phones for instant transactions
Access ATMs with foreign cards easily
Beijing Deputy Mayor Sun Shuo called it 'financial inclusion meets cultural immersion' during the March 1 launch event. The upgrades come as China rolls out its 'e-pay ecosystem,' making travel smoother than a calligraphy brush stroke .
Why It Matters Globally
For digitally native travelers and culture enthusiasts, this tech-cultural fusion creates:
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Over 14.37 million cross-border trips were logged during the holiday period, up 6.3% from last year, as travelers flocked to experience everything from paper-cutting workshops to digital payment innovations.
'Imagine paying for street food like a local while learning shadow puppetry next door' – that's the magic combo driving China's tourism revival. Beijing's new payment hub along its Central Axis now lets visitors:
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