{"id":1556,"date":"2026-10-23T15:45:37","date_gmt":"2026-10-23T07:45:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/?p=1556"},"modified":"2026-10-23T15:48:50","modified_gmt":"2026-10-23T07:48:50","slug":"from-hong-kong-to-gansu-exploring-a-green-future-and-timeless-heritage%e5%be%9e%e9%a6%99%e6%b8%af%e8%b5%b0%e9%80%b2%e7%94%98%e8%82%85%ef%bc%9a%e6%8e%a2%e7%b4%a2%e7%b6%a0%e8%89%b2%e6%9c%aa%e4%be%86","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cie.hkbu.edu.hk\/division\/as\/2026\/10\/23\/from-hong-kong-to-gansu-exploring-a-green-future-and-timeless-heritage%e5%be%9e%e9%a6%99%e6%b8%af%e8%b5%b0%e9%80%b2%e7%94%98%e8%82%85%ef%bc%9a%e6%8e%a2%e7%b4%a2%e7%b6%a0%e8%89%b2%e6%9c%aa%e4%be%86\/","title":{"rendered":"From Hong Kong to Gansu: Exploring a Green Future and Timeless Heritage \u5f9e\u9999\u6e2f\u8d70\u9032\u7518\u8085\uff1a\u63a2\u7d22\u7da0\u8272\u672a\u4f86\u8207\u5343\u5e74\u6587\u5316\u50b3\u627f"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Written by Year 2 GRMG Student, Lorraine Wong Lok Tung, President of the GRMG Society Gravel<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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As a Year 2 Geography and Resources Management (GRMG) student at the College of International Education, Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU CIE), with a passion for geospatial data science, I gained first-hand fieldwork experience during a 10-day summer study tour to Gansu Province. This trip allowed me to explore the real-world intersection between spatial planning, sustainable resource management, clean technology, and cultural preservation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Urban Spatial Planning and Clean Technology in Lanzhou (\u862d\u5dde)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Map visualization of the Lanzhou New Area Territorial Spatial Master Plan (2021\u20132035). (Photo by Lorraine Wong)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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Left: Model of a water electrolysis hydrogen generator. Right: Model of C1 fuel cell stacks. (Photo by Lorraine Wong)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Starting at the Lanzhou New Area Industrial Exhibition Hall, we reviewed the Territorial Spatial Master Plan (2021\u20132035) to understand its spatial zoning, industrial corridors, and ecological buffers. The exhibits featured operational clean energy infrastructure, specifically water electrolysis hydrogen generation systems and C1 fuel cell stacks. Seeing these innovations integrated into regional planning highlighted how clean energy can successfully decarbonize growing urban centers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Agriculture and Heritage Conservation in Linxia (\u81e8\u590f)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Farmer demonstrated skill with a traditional single pole wooden ladder. (Photo by Lorraine Wong)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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Farmer smeared spring mud onto the tree. (Photo by Lorraine Wong)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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During our visit to Lanzhou\u2019s Shichuan Ancient Pear Orchard, we watched a local grower apply rich Yellow River mud to old tree trunks. This traditional \u201cSpring Mud Smearing\u201d technique naturally protects the trees and suffocates pests, and we even joined in to get our hands dirty. Looking up, I was amazed by a farmer scaling an incredibly tall, single-pole wooden ladder to tend the high canopy. Witnessing this brave \u201cTianbashi\u201d technique deeply connected us to a centuries-old farming heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Exploring the Bingling Temple Caves: A UNESCO World Heritage Site<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Buddha statue carved into the cliff, preserved beneath a natural rock overhang. (Photo by Lorraine Wong)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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The Yellow River. (Photo by Lorraine Wong)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

At the UNESCO World Heritage site of Bingling Temple Caves, ancient rock-cut architecture seamlessly meets nature. The grand Maitreya Buddha, carved directly into a red sandstone cliff, stands amid steep river gorges shaped by hydrological erosion. Situated along the silt-laden Yellow River, this well-managed site beautifully balances cultural heritage, ecological preservation, and tourism to promote sustainable development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Developing a Sustainable Proposal for Eight Blocks and Thirteen Alleys<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Site exploration highlights the blend of residential life, commercial activity, and heritage. (Photo by Lorraine Wong)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Based on our study of the Eight Blocks and Thirteen Alleys, we created the proposal \u201cYouth Co-Deliberation: Neighborhood Sustainable Development.\u201d To resolve public restroom shortages and hazardous shared roadways, we plan to implement guided tour routes and expand public facilities. This upgrade balances tourism growth, pedestrian safety, and cultural preservation while safeguarding local community life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A Taste of the Region: Local Specialities and Food Culture<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Lanzhou beef noodles. (Photo by Lorraine Wong)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Hand grabbed lamb. (Photo by Lorraine Wong)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Along the way, I experienced regional specialties such as authentic Lanzhou beef noodles, reflecting the local foodways and culture. The soup was slightly salty but fragrant, though the beef was a bit dry. I found the lamb much better than the beef in Lanzhou, and I recommend trying the hand\u2011grabbed lamb\u2014the best lamb I have ever tasted!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Exploring Gansu\u2019s Ecology and Geology at National 3A and 4A Tourist Attractions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Zhagana Mountain Landscapes. (Photo by Lorriane Wong)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Taiji Island River reflects cliffs, sediment layers. (Photo by Lorriane Wong)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Our journey covered two distinct ecological highlights. At Zhagana (\u624e\u5c15\u90a3), a National 4A Tourist Attraction (\u570b\u5bb64A\u7d1a\u65c5\u904a\u666f\u5340\u53ca)and a Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) site\uff08\u5168\u7403\u91cd\u8981\u8fb2\u696d\u6587\u5316\u907a\u7522\u5730\uff09, we followed clear signage past Quaternary glacial relics\uff08\u7b2c\u56db\u7d00\u51b0\u5ddd\u907a\u8de1\uff09and alpine ecosystems\uff08\u9ad8\u5c71\u751f\u614b\u7cfb\u7d71\uff09to reach Fairy Lake\uff08\u4ed9\u5973\u6e56\uff09. We then explored Taiji Island Wetland Park\uff08\u592a\u6975\u5cf6\u6fd5\u5730\u516c\u5712\uff09, a National 3A Tourist Attraction\uff08\u570b\u5bb63A\u7d1a\u65c5\u904a\u666f\u5340\uff09, concluding our study by photographing its vibrant hollyhock field\uff08\u8700\u8475\u82b1\u7530\uff09.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Synthesis and Future Outlook<\/strong>
This 10-day expedition proved that sustainable spatial planning must balance ecological limits with cultural contexts beyond desktop modeling. Integrating complex topographic and ecological data is essential for future land utilization. As President of Gravel, I look forward to inspiring fellow GRMG students to embrace experiential fieldwork and apply geospatial solutions to real-world environmental challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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