As the ecological landscape of the village slowly unfolds, Lin Yue's gaze turns to a new direction for development—rural ecotourism. She knows that the village's unique natural environment is like an untouched treasure. If it can be cleverly combined with the tourism industry, it can not only bring new economic growth points to the village, but also allow more people to appreciate the unique charm of this land, thereby further enhancing the village's reputation and influence.
Lin Yue first conducted a comprehensive and detailed review of the village's tourism resources. The rolling green hills, like guardians of the earth, are covered in lush vegetation, offering different scenery in each season. In spring, wildflowers bloom in profusion, red like fire, pink like the sunset, and white like snow, weaving a vibrant sea of flowers. A gentle breeze carries their fragrance, refreshing and invigorating. In summer, the verdant forests act like giant parasols, providing a cool and pleasant retreat for visitors. Clear streams flow gently through the mountains, allowing visitors to play and enjoy the coolness and vitality of nature. In autumn, the maple leaves gradually turn red, creating a sea of red as far as the eye can see. The ocean, contrasting beautifully with the golden rice paddies, creates a picturesque scene of harvest. At this time, wild fruits on the mountains also ripen, including bright red hawthorns, glistening purple grapes, and fuzzy kiwis, attracting tourists to pick and taste them, experiencing the joy of harvest. In winter, when snowflakes fall, the entire village is covered in a blanket of white, and the trees on the mountains are covered in ice and snow, resembling works of art sculpted from ice and jade, serene and beautiful. Tourists can enjoy unique snowscapes here and feel the tranquility and peace of winter.
Beyond its natural beauty, the village boasts a unique cultural landscape. The ancient village preserves many traditional dwellings, mostly constructed of stone and wood, exuding a rustic elegance. Vines climb the walls, bearing the marks of time, and the blue tiles on the roofs shimmer with historical brilliance under the sunlight. The village also houses an ancient temple, which, according to the elders, is hundreds of years old. It has witnessed the village's rise and fall, embodying the villagers' faith and hopes. The temple's unique architectural style, with its carved beams and painted rafters, is exquisite. It enshrines various deities, and during festivals, villagers gather here to burn incense and pray for blessings, creating a lively and festive atmosphere. Furthermore, the village is rich in ancient legends and folk customs, such as tales of mountain gods and traditional agricultural rituals, all of which add a vibrant cultural ambiance to the rural ecotourism.
Based on a thorough exploration of tourism resources, Lin Yue began developing rural ecotourism projects. She meticulously designed several tourist routes, one of which focuses on ecological sightseeing. Visitors can stroll along mountain paths, enjoying the natural scenery, breathing in the fresh air, listening to birdsong, and experiencing the beauty of nature. Several viewing platforms are set up along the route, offering panoramic views of the entire village, with distant mountains, fields, and rivers stretching out before them – a truly breathtaking experience. Another route is a green picking route, where visitors can visit the village's orchards and vegetable gardens in different seasons to pick fresh fruits and vegetables themselves, experiencing the joys of farming. For example, during strawberry season, visitors can enter the strawberry greenhouses and see the luscious strawberries, like rubies nestled among the green leaves. They can't resist picking one, popping it into their mouth, and experiencing the sweet and sour taste that instantly spreads across their tongue, leaving a lingering aftertaste.
To help visitors better understand the village's cultural heritage, Lin Yue also planned a folk culture experience program. Visitors can tour ancient residential buildings, learning about traditional architectural techniques and folk customs; they can also participate in agricultural sacrificial ceremonies, experiencing the villagers' reverence for nature; and they can even learn traditional handicrafts such as paper cutting and weaving, creating their own commemorative handicrafts. During one such folk culture experience activity, a tourist from the city developed a strong interest in the village's traditional culture while learning paper cutting. He said, "I'd only ever seen paper cutting on TV before, I never imagined I could experience it firsthand today. This not only made me feel the charm of traditional culture but also gave me a deeper understanding and love for this village."
With the gradual development of rural ecotourism projects, the village has welcomed waves of tourists. Statistics show that in the early stages of development, the monthly number of visitors was only a few hundred. However, with continuous improvement and promotion, the number of visitors has grown rapidly, exceeding several thousand during peak season. These tourists come from various regions: office workers from surrounding cities who use their weekends to relax and relieve work stress; student groups organized by schools who conduct study tours to learn about natural sciences and traditional culture; and tourists from afar who are attracted by the village's beautiful scenery and unique ecotourism projects.
Amidst the joyful laughter of tourists, the village is undergoing subtle changes. Villagers' incomes have increased, with many opening agritourism businesses in their homes, providing catering and accommodation services. Surveys indicate that a well-run agritourism business can earn tens of thousands of yuan per month during peak tourist season. Villagers' living standards have also significantly improved; they have begun to focus on enhancing their quality of life, upgrading their homes and purchasing modern appliances. Simultaneously, the villagers' spirit has been renewed; they are more hospitable, actively participating in tourism services and establishing positive relationships with tourists.
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