Currently, the scenic spots that provided free tickets for memorizing ancient poems included Yueyang Tower in Hunan Province, Sankong (Confucius Temple, Confucius Forest, Confucius Mansion) in Qufu, Shandong Province, Yuefei Temple and Cao Cao's Gaoling Ruins Museum in Anyang, Henan Province, Tengwang Pavilion in Nanchang, Jiangxi Province, Forbidden City in Beijing, Summer Palace in Beijing, West Lake in Hangzhou, Jiming Mountain in Nanjing, Pigeon Nest Park in Beijing, and Tengwang Pavilion. These scenic spots required visitors to recite specific ancient poems in order to enjoy reduced or free tickets.
Poem-memorizing scenic spots were some tourist attractions where tourists could get free tickets by reciting designated poems or classical Chinese. Many scenic spots had launched activities to recite poems for free. For example, scenic spots such as Tengwang Pavilion in Jiangxi Province, Jianmen Pass in Sichuan Province, Langya Mountain in Chuzhou, Henan Province, Yuefei Temple in Anyang, Henan Province, and Baizhao Mountain Scenic Spot in Xiaogan, Hubei Province all provided free tickets for reciting poems. The visitors only needed to recite the designated poems within the stipulated time to enjoy the free admission treatment. This kind of activity not only allowed tourists to appreciate the natural beauty, but also allowed them to feel the charm of traditional culture and enhance their sense of identity and pride in excellent traditional culture. Reciting poems for free had become a special way to punch in for tourism culture, and it was also a manifestation of the integration of culture and travel in the new era.
There were many free scenic spots in Hainan, including the Guanlan Lake Resort in Haikou, the Dadonghai Resort in sanya, the Haikou holiday beach resort, the Boao Water Town scenic spot in Haikou, the Qilou Old Street in Haikou, the Yalong Bay, the ends of the earth, and the Coconut Dream Promenade. These scenic spots provided free admission, and tourists could enjoy the natural beauty and cultural customs of Hainan.
The free scenic spots in Xiangxi included the former residence of Shen Congwen, the former residence of Xiong Xiling, the Yang Family Ancestral Hall, the East Gate Tower, the Ancient City Museum, and other scenic spots in the Fenghuang Ancient City Scenic Area in Xiangxi Prefecture. In addition, rafting on the Tuo River was also a free water activity. The other free attractions might not have been mentioned.
There are many free attractions in Beijing, but there are no specific 40 free attractions. Therefore, I don't know what the 40 free attractions in Beijing are.
In 2024, many scenic spots would be open for free. These included popular tourist attractions in Dunhuang, Wuyi Mountain, Shaoxing, Huangshan, Huashan, Sichuan, and Xinjiang. The specific free time and target may vary according to the scenic area. Guests need to enter the scenic area with a valid ID card. In addition, some places also introduced buy one get one free preferential policies. However, the specific list of scenic spots and policy details needed to be further understood.
Shanxi Province had many free attractions for tourists to visit. Some of the free attractions included Pingyao Ancient City, Qikou Scenic Area, Datong Beiyue Hengshan Scenic Area, Luliang Fenjiu Cultural Scenic Area, Jinzhong Nanzhuang Ancient Village Scenic Area, etc. In addition, according to the news in 2023, a total of 106 tourist attractions in Shanxi Province participated in the first ticket promotion, including many scenic spots in Taiyuan City, Datong City, Shuozhou City and other places. However, the specific list of free attractions may require further search or consultation with relevant tourism agencies to obtain the latest information.
The free seaside scenic spots in Sunshine included Wanpingkou Bathing Beach, the Third Bathing Beach, Lighthouse Scenic Area, World Sailing Race Base, Aquariums, Botanic Gardens, Dongyi Town, Seaside National Forest Park, Multi-island Sea Scenic Area, Sunshine Coast Scenic Area, Jiuxian Mountain Scenic Area, Liujiawan Sea Garden, Lijiatai Sea Garden, Zhangjiatai Sea Garden, Sun Island, etc.
The free scenic spots in Sunshine included Wanpingkou Scenic Area, World Sailing Competition Base, Renjiatai Sea Garden, Lijiatai Sea Garden, Zhangjiatai Sea Garden, Taigong Island Oyster Park, Rizhao City Museum, Dongshan Island, Longkou Ancient City, etc. These scenic spots provided a variety of activities and scenery, such as beaches, marine parks, sea gardens, and museum. In these places, tourists could enjoy the beautiful natural landscape and rich cultural heritage for free.
In 2024, many scenic spots in Shanxi exempted tourists from the first ticket. The following scenic spots implemented the free ticket policy: Datong Beiyue Hengshan Scenic Area, Luliang Fenjiu Culture Scenic Area, Luliang Gua Mountain Scenic Area, Jinzhong Nanzhuang Ancient Village Scenic Area, Jinzhong Shima Temple Scenic Area, Linfeng Yunqiu Mountain, Yellow River Qiankun Bay, Huozhou Department, Ke 'an City Scenic Area, Book of Songs Landscape and other scenic spots. In addition, there was also the night view of Lingfeng scenic area, 50% discount in Wentai area, and the ticket exemption policy jointly launched by Jiaozuo and the surrounding five cities. However, the specific time and scope of the free ticket may vary from scenic spot to scenic spot, and further information is needed.
The following are some of the attractions that provide free entry for seniors over 60 years old: Free attractions in Luoyang City: Luoyi Ancient City, East and West Streets, Drum Tower, Old City Cross Street, Zhuying Valley, Shangyang Palace, Luoyang City Planning Exhibition Hall, Luoyang Science and Technology Museum, Luoyang City Cultural Center, etc. Luoyang Free Museum: Luoyang Museum, Erlitou Xiadu Ruins Museum, Luoyang Folk Museum, Luoyang Archeological Museum, Luoyang Cellar Museum, Luoyang Tang Art Gold and Silver Museum, Luoyang Sui and Tang Grand Canal Museum, Luoyang Ancient Tomb Museum, etc. Luoyang Free Park: Zhengqifang Garden, Wangcheng Park, Sui and Tang City Ruins Botanic Garden, Luopu Park, Xiyuan Park, Peony Park, etc. Suzhou Gardens: 60 to 69 years old can be bought at half price with valid documents, 70 years old and above can enter for free with valid documents. The scenic spots invested and constructed by the municipal government were the Sea Garden and the Fairy Lake Botanic Garden. Elderly people over the age of 60 could enter for free with their ID cards. It should be noted that the free policy of the above scenic spots may be limited to the first ticket exemption. Other items such as vehicle transfer, ropeway, etc. may require additional charges. In addition, the specific free policy may change. Please confirm the latest policy before going to the scenic area.