Jilin province set to be home to UN health tourism project

A United Nations' demonstration project for sustainable development, as well as health and wellness tourism, was launched at the Lianhuashan Ecotourism resort in Changchun, Northeast China's Jilin province, in January.

With support from the United Nations Development Programme and the local government, the project aims to develop a sanatorium-like town which employs environmentally friendly agricultural practices, uses an ecologically sound energy supply system, waste management system and water distribution system and offers people the most up-to-date healthcare services.

According to the local government, a total of three billion yuan ($449.1 million) will be used to construct the 200-hectare town over the course of the next five years. Advanced technologies including big data, cloud storage and artificial intelligence will be applied to create a smarter environment for customers to receive physical examinations, procure traditional Chinese medical treatments and enjoy a professional nursing service.