Homestay sector adds new economic vitality to Tai'an village

The thriving homestay industry has injected economic momentum into Tangfang village – which is located in Dongping county, Tai'an city, in East China's Jiangsu province.

In recent years, Tangfang has developed high-quality homestays as a key direction for expanding its rural leisure tourism.

One of them is Yiyuan courtyard, a camping house with folding tables, small strings of lights and an open air screen – offering an enchanting holiday paradise to young people.

To date, the homestay has received over 2,000 visits. It can generate a monthly income of 50,000 yuan ($6,964) during peak season and 10,000 yuan in the off-season.

The development of the homestay industry has helped the village increase its combined income by 178,000 yuan and provided employment for over 20 locals. (Edited by Chen Chuxuan)

A bird's-eye view of a camping homestay in Tangfang village. [Photo by Qi Xin for chinadaily.com.cn]

Tourists savor the night view at a homestay. [Photo by Qi Xin for chinadaily.com.cn]