Cangzhou Elevates Global Ecological Commitment with UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Cangzhou, located in north China's Hebei Province, has garnered global recognition with recent ecological achievements. The Nandagang Wetland, a key migratory bird sanctuary along the Yellow Sea-Bohai Gulf, was included on the UNESCO World Heritage List in July. This designation marks it as Hebei's first World Heritage Site.

The Nandagang Wetland serves as a crucial stopover for migratory birds traveling between East Asia and Australasia. It hosts 271 bird species, including 16 species under first-class national protection, such as the Red-Crowned Crane and the Oriental White Stork. Enhanced ecological protection projects have greatly improved the wetland's condition, leading to a significant increase in migratory birds observed, rising from 20,000 in 2019 to over 100,000 in 2023.

Spanning 7,500 hectares, Nandagang Wetland features diverse ecological elements, including meadows, marshes, and wildlife. It is the best-preserved marsh wetland ecosystem in the Bohai Sea ecological zone. Additionally, Cangzhou is home to part of the Grand Canal of China, included in the World Heritage List since 2014.

Cangzhou's efforts contribute to global ecological governance and green development, reinforcing its role in sustainable progress and environmental protection.