Immersive shows, family activities draw visitors to China's Zhengzhou during National Day holiday

During the seven-day National Day holiday, innovative tourism experiences, ranging from interactive parent-child activities and educational study tours to immersive live-action performances, have invigorated the cultural tourism and consumption market in Zhengzhou City, central China's Henan Province.

At the Fantawild Holiday Resort in the city, a group of international performers have brought exotic performances to visitors who can interact with them at designated locations.

"Each location features unique performances with rich content and highly interactive elements, allowing us to experience the artistic charm of various countries without going abroad," said a visitor.

The resort also introduced a harvest-themed zone, where families can bond over playful activities like parent-child corn-shucking contests.

At the Zhengzhou Haichang Ocean Park, special programs such as mesmerizing underwater mermaid shows and interactive diver encounters have created a memorable experience for young visitors eager to explore the marine world.

Focusing on animals like beluga whales and emperor penguins, the park has also introduced a series of short educational plays, integrating zoological knowledge into the tour.

"The children can learn things during their journey, turning the National Day holiday into an educational trip that both helps them relax and broadens their horizons," said a tourist.

As night falls, a 150-meter section of the ancient city wall at the Zhengzhou Shang Dynasty (1600-1046 BC) City Ruins is transformed into a magnificent natural canvas. It serves as the backdrop for "The Royal Wedding of King Shang", a large-scale, live-action performance.

Through state-of-the-art light projections, compelling acting, and meticulous historical recreations, the legendary stories of King Wu Ding and his wife Fu Hao are brought vividly to life.

"By turning the 3,000-year-old rammed earth ruins into a massive screen, complemented by dynamic lighting and live performances, the entire experience gives me a real sense of traveling back in time," said a tourist.

Immersive shows, family activities draw visitors to China's Zhengzhou during National Day holiday

China recorded over 300 million cross-regional passenger trips on Sunday, the fourth day of the week-long National Day holiday, signaling sustained appetite for domestic travel during official breaks.

According to the Ministry of Transport, the total volume reached 305.39 million trips, up 0.6 percent from the previous day and marking a 1.3 percent increase compared to the same period in 2025.

Railway transport saw a significant surge, handling 20.32 million passenger trips. This represents a 5.4-percent day-on-day increase and a robust 10.8-percent jump compared to 2025.

Highway travel remained the dominant mode of transport, accounting for 280.92 million trips and driven largely by self-driving tours.

The waterway passenger volume stood at 1.828 million, while civil aviation handled 2.323 million trips.

As the holiday is nearing its end, transport authorities across the country are ramping up efforts to manage the massive return travel rush.

Local transportation departments are coordinating with railway operators to add extra train services and are extending subway operating hours to accommodate late-night arrivals.

Authorities have also increased bus shuttle services connecting major train stations, airports, and urban centers to ensure a smooth and efficient journey for returning travelers.

300 mln cross-regional trips recorded on 4th Day of National Day holiday