Hsinchu County is planning to develop its rich railway heritage into a new tourist attraction. A proposal suggests creating a hiking trail at the Fengshan Creek bridge abutment ruins, linking it with natural ecology and cycling routes to boost railway tourism.
Hong Kong authorities are considering a pilot booking system for popular hiking routes and a new marine park at Sharp Island due to large crowds during mainland Chinese holidays. The aim is to control visitor numbers, protect trails, and improve visitor experience.
Partial human remains were discovered near a hiking trail in Okutama Town, Tokyo, on the afternoon of May 19th. Authorities suspect a large animal, possibly a bear, due to the presence of droppings and footprints in the vicinity. The identity and circumstances are under investigation.
Samuel Whitsed, 27, was last seen on February 18 after he was dropped off near the popular hiking trail in Perth's south-eastern fringe, and police continue searching for him.
Thousands of visitors have converged on Hong Kong's East Dam to witness its rare volcanic rock columns during the five-day Labour Day golden week holiday. By 2pm, visitor traffic had reached 'very busy' levels, with the government expecting about 980,000 mainland visitors during the period—a 7 per cent year-on-year increase. The site, part of a UNESCO global geopark, has become increasingly popular on mainland Chinese social media platform Xiaohongshu, with tourists trading traditional shopping sprees for ecotourism.
