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[Wuhan Pneumonia] The mainland will close parks, museums, and theaters

2020-01-24T10:31:08.545Z


The pneumonia epidemic in Wuhan has continued to expand in mainland China, and the number of confirmed cases and regions has increased sharply in recent days. Two confirmed cases have appeared in Hong Kong so far, and the community is worried. In addition to Wuhan ’s “closed city”, many provinces and cities in the Mainland have closed scenic spots, amusement parks, and museums, including Shanghai Disneyland and Beijing Forbidden City. Guangdong Province includes Guangzhou Yinhe Zhuhai Changlong Resort and Shenzhen Happy Valley. All sightseeing facilities will be closed from tomorrow (25th) to prevent people from gathering and increase the chance of infection. However, it seems that Hong Kong Disneyland and Ocean Park have not been affected by the epidemic. So far, no park closure arrangements have been made. Citizens and tourists can still purchase tickets to enter the "big play and special play" as usual.


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Written by: Zhang Meihua

2020-01-24 18:25

Last updated: 2020-01-24 18:25

The pneumonia epidemic in Wuhan has continued to expand in mainland China, and the number of confirmed cases and regions has increased sharply in recent days. Two confirmed cases have appeared in Hong Kong so far, and the community is worried. In addition to Wuhan ’s “closed city”, many provinces and cities in the Mainland have closed scenic spots, amusement parks, and museums, including Shanghai Disneyland and Beijing Forbidden City. Guangdong Province includes Guangzhou Yinhe Zhuhai Changlong Resort and Shenzhen Happy Valley. All sightseeing facilities will be closed from tomorrow (25th) to prevent people from gathering and increase the chance of infection.

However, it seems that Hong Kong Disneyland and Ocean Park have not been affected by the epidemic. So far, no park closure arrangements have been made. Citizens and tourists can still purchase tickets to enter the "big play and special play" as usual.

Several famous scenic spots in Beijing have announced that they will be closed from the New Year's Day (25th), the first time in the history of the Forbidden City that they will not be open to the public on New Year's Day. (Profile picture)

The epidemic of new coronavirus in Wuhan has continued to expand, and the community is worried. Some cities in the Mainland have announced the cancellation of celebrations during the Lunar New Year or closed tourist attractions. Among them, several famous scenic spots in Beijing announced that they will be closed from the first day of the new year (25th), the first time in the history of the Forbidden City that they will not be open to the public on the first day of the new year. The Beijing Municipal Bureau of Civil Affairs also announced that all funeral homes in the city will temporarily suspend the farewell ceremony of the remains and will no longer accept new appointments. Shanghai Disneyland also announced that it will temporarily close Disneyland, Disney Town and Xingyuan Park from tomorrow (25th) until further notice.

Shanghai Disneyland also announced that it will temporarily close Disneyland, Disney Town and Xingyuan Park from tomorrow (25th) until further notice. (Profile picture / Photo by Li Zetong)

The number of new coronavirus cases continues to increase, and the country is waiting for it. Even Guangdong, which is across the coast of Hong Kong, has announced that Guangdong has initiated the first-level response to major public health emergencies. Sexual cultural activities, activities at the grassroots level and other gatherings of various people. At present, many popular tourist check-in points in Guangzhou, including Changlong Resort, Shenzhen Happy Valley, Yongqingfang, and Baiyun Mountain Scenic Spot, have issued notices of closing the park and cancelling the event.

Although a number of travel agencies in Hong Kong announced that they would cancel all Chinese tour groups that departed during the Spring Festival, Hong Kong citizens also raised awareness of epidemic prevention and would wear masks when going out to reduce the risk of infection. However, Hong Kong Disneyland and Ocean Park have not been notified of any closures. Citizens and tourists can still enter the park with tickets at any time.

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