Revenue of China’s tourism industry in Chinese New Year celebration grew by nearly 16%in 2016
Almaty. February 3. Silkroadnews – Revenue of China’s tourism industry in Lunar festival (New Year celebration) grew by nearly 16% in 2016, the National Tourism Administration of China reports.
“During the Lunar Festival (Chinese New Year) China’s tourism industry revenue exceeded 423 billion yuan ($61 billion), up 15.9% against previous year”, the statement said.
During the celebration 344 million tourists visited China, which is 13.8% higher compared to 2015.
At the same time number of foreign travels by the Chinese citizens grew 7% against 2015.