Unboxing China: How chestnut coffee is brewing a new rural tourism economy

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What happens when a cup of coffee made with local chestnuts draws young people to drive hours to a mountain village? In northern Beijing's Huairou District, cafés, guesthouses, local food and hands-on experiences are giving visitors new reasons to explore the countryside. Rural tourism in China is becoming about more than just sightseeing. In this episode of Unboxing China, we explore how one cup of coffee can connect local produce, tourism, consumption and jobs – and create new opportunities for rural communities. 📺 Subscribe to our YouTube channel and stay updated with our latest analysis and interviews:👇 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgrNz-aDmcr2uuto8_DL2jg 👈 Download our APP on Apple Store (iOS): https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cctvnews-app/id922456579?l=zh&ls=1&mt=8 Download our APP on Google Play (Android): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.imib.cctv For more: https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-10-02/How-chestnut-coffee-is-brewing-a-new-rural-tourism-econ

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