Beyond border cities, Russian tourists are flocking to destinations across China. In Sanya, Hainan province, Russian visitors now account for over 40 percent of inbound tourists. Sanya's hotels saw Russian tourist numbers jump from approximately 170,000 in 2024 to 350,000 in 2025. Similarly, cities like Chengdu and Leshan in Southwest China's Sichuan province have emerged as new popular destinations.

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