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Sci-tech gives fresh lease of life to Luyang tourism

China.org.cn
| July 3, 2025
2025-07-03

In the heart of Hefei, Luyang is a prosperous and vigorous district with a 2,000-year-old history. Known as Luzhou in ancient times, the district is the cultural center home to many of Hefei's historical landmarks, and offers every visitor unexpected cultural experiences.  

Stretching nearly a kilometer, the Huaihe Road Pedestrian Street in Luyang district was once a bustling commercial hub during the Tang and Song dynasties, flourishing further in the Ming and Qing eras. 

Huaihe Road Pedestrian Street in Luyang district, Hefei, Anhui province. [Photo by "Luyang Release" WeChat Account]

Today, revitalized as a main street of modernity and backstreets of rustic charm, it merges the old and new. Nestled on the street are ancient sites like the Jiaonutai and the Former Residence of Li Hongzhang, where the city's memories are continually reimagined. This harmonious blend of history and innovation has made the area a must-visit destination and a hotspot for emerging industries. 

Drawing on its rich past, Luyang is preserving its unique character and identity. By advancing its "Old Town Preservation and Renewal" strategy, the district is reshaping historical cityscape and reigniting cultural legacy.

The Hefei City Urban Memory Museum in Hefei, Anhui province. [Photo by "Luyang Release" WeChat Account]

In October 2024, the Hefei City Urban Memory Museum opened its doors, featuring cutting-edge digital exhibits — from immersive light projections and interactive systems to VR experiences — across 58 installations and 37 short films. These technologies breathe new life into the city's history, making exhibitions both captivating and educational while deepening the integration of culture and tourism.

Leveraging its top-tier scientific resources, Luyang has pioneered sci-tech education tours, with 13 provincial/city-level research and tourism bases and nine curated routes. In 2025, these attracted over 150,000 visitors, showcasing the district's thriving innovative tourism scene.

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