China's Ministry of Culture and Tourism recently announced the first batch of 42 locations for the immersive experience cultivation of tech-savvy tourism, including five from Jiangsu Province.

The five honored venues are located at the China Grand Canal Museum and the Slender West Lake, both in Yangzhou City, the Suzhou Bay Digital Art Museum, Nianhuawan in Wuxi City, and the ruins of the Grand Bao'en Temple in Nanjing.

These locations are recognized for their extensive use of digital technologies, including AR, VR and AI, to offer immersive experience while incorporating creative designs and cultural elements.

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The China Grand Canal Museum features a naked-eye 3D display and other sophisticated technologies, allowing visitors to enjoy the spectacular natural landscapes along the ancient waterway across 17 cities in eight province-level regions.

The Suzhou Bay Digital Art Museum utilizes digital technology to transform a traditional exhibition space, displaying digital art works and immersive designs for multisensory experiences.

Nianhuawan brings the elusive Zen-themed culture to life through comprehensive use of sound and light effects, animated sculptures, drones, AR, and other technologies.

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The Grand Bao'en Temple scenic area employs high-tech to create stunning scenes, enriching the experience through integration of reality and virtual elements.

The Slender West Lake launched an immersive night tour in 2021, which underwent a technological upgrade in March 2023. The project features incredible views inspired by poems of the Tang Dynasty (618-907), performances, and a night market filled with intangible cultural heritage items, recreating the prosperity of Yangzhou in the flourishing Tang Dynasty.