1. Historical & Global Significance
- Origins: Established in 1989 as a single safari park, it expanded into China’s largest integrated resort with 1万亩 (667 hectares) of themed attractions.
- Awards:
- Global Top 3 Theme Park (TEA, 2024).
- "World’s Best Water Park" (IAAPA, 2017–2024).
2. Key Attractions
- Parks:
- Chimelong Safari Park: 20,000+ animals (500+ species), including giant pandas and koalas.
- Chimelong Paradise: 10 Inversion Roller Coaster (Guinness Record) and vertical drops.
- Chimelong Water Park: 450-acre aquatic wonder with heated pools year-round.
- Chimelong International Circus: 300+ performers from 20+ countries.
- Hotels: Animal-themed stays (e.g., Panda Hotel) with private safari views.
3. Visitor Experience
- Tickets: ¥250–¥350 (varies by park).
- Hours: 9:30 AM–6:00 PM (extended to 7:00 PM weekends).
- Transport:
- Metro Line 3 (Hanxi Changlong Station).
- Buses: Routes 303A, 288.
4. Sustainability & Innovation
- Conservation: Breeding programs for endangered species (e.g., South China tiger).
- Tech: 5G-enabled queues, AI-guided tours.
5. Tourism Impact
- Visitors: 20M+ annually (40% international).
- Revenue: ¥13.78B (2023).
