Mountain county tackles poverty with tourism

The development of tourism at Niubeiliang National Forest Park in the Qinling Mountains has brought wealth to residents nearby and lifted many of them out of poverty.

Located in Zhashui county of Shangluo city, Shaanxi province, the forest park is well-known for its beautiful scenery with green mountains, clean waters and fresh air.

It has attracted tourists from all over the country, especially from Xi'an, Shaanxi's capital city, which is only 70 kilometers away, and the arrival of tourists has spurred nearby residents to start farm stay businesses, offering lodging and accommodation, said Meng Ruyi, deputy director of the culture and tourism bureau of Zhashui county.