Core Viewpoint - The "Super Golden Week" holiday has seen a significant shift in tourism patterns, with a decentralization of popular destinations and a notable increase in emerging tourist spots, while traditional 5A scenic spots remain highly attractive to travelers [2][7]. Group 1: Overview of 5A Scenic Spots - There are currently 16,500 A-level scenic spots in China, with 358 classified as 5A, representing approximately 2% of the total, highlighting their scarcity and appeal [2][7]. - Jiangsu province leads with 26 5A scenic spots, followed by Zhejiang and Xinjiang/Sichuan with 22 and 18 respectively [3]. Group 2: Economic Impact and Development - The proliferation of 5A scenic spots is expected to generate spillover effects and a multiplier effect, enhancing the entire consumption chain related to tourism and progressively impacting the surrounding regions [7]. - The year 2024 marks the largest expansion of 5A scenic spots in the past decade, with 41 new additions, bringing the total to 358 [7]. Group 3: Evaluation and Standards - The concept of "5A Scenic Area" was first introduced in 2003, with a scoring system based on various criteria, requiring a minimum score of 950 out of 1000 for classification [10]. - A dynamic management mechanism was implemented in 2015 to ensure ongoing compliance, allowing for the removal of non-compliant scenic spots, with the first to be removed being the Qinhuangdao Shanhaiguan scenic area due to issues like price fraud and poor facilities [10][12]. Group 4: New Standards Implementation - A new national standard for tourism scenic area classification was implemented in March this year, replacing the previous standard that had been in place for 21 years, indicating a fresh start for scenic spots to meet updated criteria [12].