Media enthralled by booming progress in Linqu

Over 40 mainstream media figures from all over the country gathered in Linqu, Weifang for a special visit on May 23.

The photo shows Linqu, known as the aluminum capital. [Photo by Liu Ruihua & Zhao Chenxu for chinadaily.com.cn]

They visited the System Doors and Windows Exhibition, then took a tour along the scenic Qilu Sky Road to see the beautiful natural scenery and thriving rural cultural revival driven by Linqu's development.

Linqu has become a vibrant new development frontier, recently becoming one of just two places in Weifang to earn recognition as a county-level economic high-quality development pilot site in Shandong province.

Driven by the ethos of industrializing the county and bolstering key industries, Linqu focuses on high-end aluminum profiles, new materials, premium foods, equipment manufacturing, and green building materials. The establishment of five major industrial parks has been pivotal in propelling economic growth.

Currently, it is the peak season for harvesting Linqu big cherries. [Photo by Liu Ruihua & Zhao Chenxu for chinadaily.com.cn]

By utilizing local resources to bolster key industries, Linqu has ignited a significant boost in economic growth at the county level. It has established itself as the leading Landes goose breeding center in the nation, with over 1 million geese in inventory. Annually, nearly 5 million geese are processed, yielding approximately 5000 metric tons of foie gras, accounting for 70 percent of national production and marking the highest yield in both the country and Asia.

An aerial view of Qilu Sky Road, stretching 687 kilometers through the picturesque mountains of Weifang. [Photo by Liu Ruihua & Zhao Chenxu for chinadaily.com.cn]

In addition, the introduction of the Qilu Sky Road has captivated both visitors and locals. Stretching 687 kilometers through the picturesque mountains of Weifang like a dragon, it offers a breathtaking view of the mountains and rivers. This ambitious project has put Weifang in the spotlight, showcasing the region's dedication to sustainable growth and top-tier tourism. (Edited by He Yuge)