As the first town along the Yangtze River's entry into Hunan province, Dongshan township exemplifies how balancing nature and economic development can forge a sustainable, prosperous future for people and the planet. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
Nestled in Dongshan township of Huarong county, Hunan province, lies a land steeped in over 4,000 years of history, where the Yangtze River flows into the province, nourishing its first gateway town.
This region, blessed with lush mountains, clear waters and a legacy of cultural richness, has evolved into a thriving ecological haven and a model of sustainable development.
As the first town along the Yangtze River's entry into Hunan province, Dongshan township exemplifies how balancing nature and economic development can forge a sustainable, prosperous future for people and the planet. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
Dongshan township shoulders the critical responsibility of safeguarding the river's ecological health. With 32.7 kilometers of Yangtze shoreline under its jurisdiction, the town has prioritized environmental conservation and green development in recent years, striving to create the "most beautiful Yangtze riverbank".
To restore and protect the river's shoreline, Dongshan has implemented a multipronged approach, including strict inspection systems, water quality management, ecosystem rehabilitation and conservation enforcement.
The township has focused on improving living standards through standardized housing construction, environmental sanitation upgrades and large-scale afforestation.
As the first town along the Yangtze River's entry into Hunan province, Dongshan township exemplifies how balancing nature and economic development can forge a sustainable, prosperous future for people and the planet. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
As the first town along the Yangtze River's entry into Hunan province, Dongshan township exemplifies how balancing nature and economic development can forge a sustainable, prosperous future for people and the planet. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
As the first town along the Yangtze River's entry into Hunan province, Dongshan township exemplifies how balancing nature and economic development can forge a sustainable, prosperous future for people and the planet. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
As the first town along the Yangtze River's entry into Hunan province, Dongshan township exemplifies how balancing nature and economic development can forge a sustainable, prosperous future for people and the planet. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
