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Scenic areas improve services for elderly tourists 2026/5/8 source: International daily Print

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Some scenic areas in China have introduced sci-tech devices to improve services for senior visitors for them to better access scenic spots and have more enjoyable travel experience.

The Xi'an City Wall in northwest China's Shaanxi Province is offering exoskeleton rental services to help elderly tourists tour the historic landmark more easily.

"It gives me an extra boost. The weight of lifting my leg -- the exoskeleton takes that burden for me. It helps lift my leg for me. It still feels pretty new to me, very high-tech," said an elderly visitor.

In order to free silver-haired visitors from the disappointment of being unable to climb mountains and enjoy panoramic views, the Dajue Mountain Scenic Area in Fuzhou, east China's Jiangxi Province is running sightseeing trains along cliffs to help seniors get to the peak.

"From vehicle design to platform construction, everything caters to elderly visitors. Without exerting effort or climbing stairs, they can easily enjoy the high mountain scenery of Dajue Mountain. This truly enables elderly tourists to experience a worry free, comfortable, and relaxing journey," said an employee in the scenic area.

The scenic area has also set up special ticket-free passages for elderly visitors, who can quickly enter by presenting valid identification, with staff providing guidance throughout the process.

In Nanjing City, east China's Jiangsu Province, the Pearl Spring Scenic Area has equipped its visitor service center with wheelchairs, reading glasses, and other items available free of charge for elderly visitors in need.

The scenic area has also optimized its restrooms for elderly visitors, adding dedicated rooms with grab bars to ensure safety and accommodate caregivers.

Following the distribution of roads and attractions within the scenic area, operators have designed elderly-friendly routes with minimal climbing and set up multiple vehicle stations along the way to serve senior visitors in need.


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