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Shougang Park: A model of industrial heritage tourism

Culture 14:13, 06-Jan-2026

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A view of Shougang Park is seen in Beijing on January 1, 2026. /CGTN

A night view of Shougang Park is seen in Beijing on January 1, 2026. /CGTN

A view of Shougang Park is seen in Beijing on January 1, 2026. /CGTN

Beijing's Shougang Park, a former steel mill, has become a top tourism destination in the Chinese capital. During the 2026 New Year's Day holiday, its neon nights, ice and snow activities and creative markets attracted a mass of visitors, ranking it among Beijing’s top 10 scenic spots.

As the permanent venue for the China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) and Beijing City's New Year Countdown, the park combines spaces for exhibitions, sports and technology. Iconic industrial structures like blast furnaces and cooling towers have been transformed into cultural complexes, sports parks and family attractions with full support facilities, and popular souvenir shops.

A view of Shougang Park is seen in Beijing on January 1, 2026. /CGTN

A musical performance is held in Shougang Park in Beijing on January 1, 2026. /CGTN

A view of Shougang Park is seen in Beijing on January 1, 2026. /CGTN

With its vibrant night economy and year-round experiences, Shougang Park has built up a comprehensive tourism ecosystem. It not only boosts local development, but also sets a replicable example for industrial heritage revitalization globally.