The advanced manufacturing sector is emerging as the travel industry's latest growth driver.
Xiaomi opened its car production facilities to the public in April 2024, turning a once-secretive factory floor into a popular attraction in Beijing.
The company plans to increase public tours to 111 sessions a month in November.
Tens of thousands apply for each open-house event. After waiting over half a year and applying over ten times, I finally got selected.
Author's summary: China's hi-tech factories attract tourists.