Facial recognition gets a thumbs-up

Facial recognition technology is working well at tourist attractions around the country, reducing time people spend standing in lines at entries or security checks and freeing up venue resources to enhance visitors' experience, those using the technology say.

The technology is in use at 65 scenic spots and will be extended to more than 300 by the end of this year, according to China Central Television.

Xie Jiayan, general manager of Kanas Altay Wisdom Travel Co, who is actively engaged in the modernization of the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region's Kanas National Geopark, said facial recognition has brought great convenience both to travelers and park employees.