第三届“长城之约”活动在河北涞源举行

Group 1 - The third "Great Wall Appointment" global promotion event and World Heritage Dialogue commenced on November 15 in Laishui County, Baoding City, Hebei Province [1][3] - The event is organized by the Hebei Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism, Baoding Municipal Government, and the Great Wall Tourism Market Promotion Alliance, among others [3] - The "Great Wall Appointment" series has evolved from initial conceptual exploration to a well-established brand, achieving significant results in promoting international dialogue and cultural exchange [3] Group 2 - The Great Wall, as one of China's first World Heritage sites, symbolizes the resilient spirit and patriotism of the Chinese nation, serving as a crucial emblem of Chinese civilization and a witness to cultural exchanges [5] - Hebei Province is a major region for Great Wall resources, preserving sections from various historical periods, making it one of the most representative and well-preserved areas of the Great Wall [5] - Laishui County is noted for its rich Ming Dynasty Great Wall remains, being one of the longest counties in terms of Great Wall preservation in China [5] Group 3 - The event featured a thematic promotion segment where actor Zhang Xiaolong, portraying "Xu Xiake," interacted with Great Wall protectors to narrate stories of Great Wall conservation and promote Hebei's cultural tourism resources [7] - Experts and scholars discussed topics such as the construction of the Great Wall National Cultural Park, heritage protection, cultural transmission, and international communication during the event [7] - A roundtable dialogue was held to explore innovative narratives of the Great Wall and strategies for attracting global tourists, particularly the "Z Generation" [7] Group 4 - The event included the "Great Wall Appointment" 2025 World Heritage International Photography Exhibition, showcasing approximately 2,200 submissions and 3,500 images to reflect the Great Wall's historical features and conservation achievements [8] - A thematic sharing session was conducted, focusing on the Great Wall as a historical bond and spiritual home for the Chinese nation [8] - The "Great Wall Appointment" journey for international photographers was launched, involving renowned photographers from various countries to capture the natural and cultural landscapes along the Great Wall [8]