Tourists have been flocking to Tianshui city in northwest China’s Gansu Province in recent weeks, drawn by the allure of its famous malatang, a local street dish featuring a mix of fresh vegetables and meat boiled in a hot, spicy broth.
Yet, Tianshui has much more to offer. Eager to showcase their city, local college students have stepped up, offering recommendations for Tianshui’s lesser-known delicacies and activities, significantly enriching the overall tourist experience.
A recent survey of around 3,500 college students conducted by China Youth Daily revealed that over 90 percent were eager to contribute to the development of culture and tourism. Specifically, 62 percent expressed a strong desire to support cultural and tourism initiatives in their hometowns or in the areas where they study and work, while 29 percent showed a moderate interest in such efforts.
A volunteer (left) provides tourists with information at Zhangjiajie National Forest Park in…