District in East China's Shandong province integrates tourism resources

"The village is still also building a bed-and-breakfast business, and future plans include offering pet boarding services. Industry development is fundamental for rural revitalization. By developing tourism, our aim is to increase the villagers' income and the village's collective income."

Shizikou village also has been developing tourism as a means of poverty alleviation. Led by Party secretary Wang Huawei, the village has been building bed-and-breakfast establishments that have become popular sites for a weekend retreat. The village now has a collective annual income of more than 400,000 yuan and all households have shaken off poverty.

Across the district, natural scenery resources and historical sites have been protected and restored. According to Huang Hongzhan, deputy head of Zhangqiu district, the district now has a green area ratio of 39.3 percent and a per capita green area of 21.59 square meters.

In the downtown area, the district government also has upgraded the streetscape along 12 roads, adding greenery and recreation areas for residents.