Vibrant park, better village life

Nature conservation attracts tourists and profits, fueling development of a township, Yang Feiyue reports.

What was once a wasteland has now turned into a vibrant place in the forest for humans and nature to interact.

About a 40-minute drive from downtown Haikou, capital of Hainan province, the Hainan Tropical Wildlife Park and Botanical Garden sits in the southwest part of the city and allows visitors to take a closer look at the mostly tropical variety of plants and animals in the park.

Many locals, especially those with children, have frequented the park over the years.