By hannover-web.com On October 21, the “Belt and Road” Youth Friendship Exchange Program, featuring the media event “Foreign Media in Qingcheng,” commenced in Hohhot.
A group of 21 journalists from 19 countries across Eurasia and the Arab world explored the Chulu Chuan Grassland, gaining first-hand experience of the impressive ecological restoration project on the northern slope of the Daqing Mountains. They were captivated by the autumn beauty of the grasslands.
“Sky so blue, fields so vast, the wind blows low, revealing cattle and sheep.” Just a decade ago, the northern slope of the Daqing Mountains was barren and sandy. Since the implementation of a comprehensive ecological protection and restoration project in Hohhot, a near-natural restoration approach, resembling “artificial intervention to simulate natural grasslands,” has transformed thousands of acres. From initial trials covering a few hundred acres, the restoration area has now expanded to over 30,000 acres. The revitalized Chulu Chuan Grassland has seen a resurgence of diverse plants and animals, with hay yield, carbon sequestration, and oxygen release reportedly increasing nearly twelvefold, making it a “natural oxygen bar” for the beautiful city of Qingcheng.
Rania Hamdallah, a journalist from Palestine, captured the moments with her camera as she reflected, “I heard that this area was barren just a few years ago. We are truly amazed by the transformation of the grassland; such change is quite remarkable. Once I return home, I will write about my experiences here to help more people learn about Inner Mongolia and the beauty of Hohhot’s Chulu Chuan Grassland.”
Lebanese reporter Fawzi Bou Diyab expressed his admiration, saying, “The Chulu Chuan Grassland is incredibly beautiful. By comparing the changes since before 2012, I feel the significance of ecological management is profound. It not only impacts our living environment but also contributes to the sustainable development of other species through the plants that thrive here.”
Meanwhile, Uzbek journalist Mirhabib Sayfuraev, riding a horse with joy, shared, “The Chulu Chuan Grassland is fantastic; it somewhat resembles my hometown. Uzbekistan has similar scenic grasslands. I love horses; my family had them when I was a child. I didn’t expect to ride one here, and now I feel wonderful. I believe visitors will absolutely enjoy this place; at Chulu Chuan Grassland, they can find great relaxation.”
In the upcoming days, these international journalists will visit various attractions in Hohhot, including the city’s display center, the Dashengku Museum, the Shaomai Food Street, the Laoniuwan Yellow River Grand Canyon, and the Smart Park in the Economic Development Zone, allowing them to experience the pulse of “Charming Qingcheng” and the cultural dynamics of Hohhot.
