The precipitous Wuling Mountain breaks out into magnificence; the choppy Long River oozes with tremendous momentum.

The Long River, a first-level tributary of the Yangtze River, is the source of life lying on the northern foot of Wuling Mountain and on the southern bank of the Yangtze River.

In the new era of green development and ecological conservation, aiming to protect the ecological function zones of Three Gorges Reservoir Area and the Wuling Mountain, the Ministry of Water Resources, through deliberate comparison and studies, has included the Fengdu section of Long River into the first batch of 17 demonstration rivers and lakes in the country, fueling the marked improvement of Long River.

Chongqing is on the move to make Long River the source of people's welfare

In line with the 4A-level scenic spot standards, and aiming to create a high-quality national wetland park around Long River and boost Fengdu's global tourism through developing demonstration rivers and lakes, the beautiful countryside demonstration projects integrating tourism, recreation, and characteristic homestay are in full swings, such as Baojialou and Ganbazi.

Fengdu is hammering at building Long River into a model for demonstration rivers and lakes

Today's Long River features clear water, gorgeous scenery, and an inclusive atmosphere. By virtue of breathtaking landscapes, waterfront pathways, and ecological wetlands, black-headed gulls, wild macaques, and egrets breed and live here, together with the profound local culture, speaking well for the happy life here.

Seizing the chance of building Long River into a national demonstration river, Fengdu comprehensively summarizes the fruitful results and successful experience in the development of demonstration rivers and lakes and promotes them in the whole county, thus making Long River the source of people's well-being.