Beijing water town to reopen to visitors after shut down

Beijing Wtown, a tourist attraction modeled on a classic Chinese water town, announced it is reopening to the public on Thursday after completing relevant safety measures in the wake of the novel coronavirus outbreak.

Upon approved to reopen by the Beijing government, Wtown said it has introduced strict measures for epidemic prevention and control under the guidance of the Beijing Bureau of Culture and Tourism.

Its outdoor sightseeing facilities will fully open, while hotels, homestays and catering services will open gradually, according to Wtown.

With its philosophy of "bringing care and love" to all tourists, Wtown is providing dedicated services and has developed a set of improved service measures, it said.

To avoid crowds gathering, Wtown is strictly controlling the number of visitors and requiring them to wear face masks and keep a safe distance of at least one meter. Guests will also have to sit apart while riding in electric sightseeing vehicles and cable cars.