ScienceRocket launch viewing sparks summer tourism boom in East China’s coastal city
A sea-based launch in Haiyang, Shandong, drew tens of thousands of summer visitors. The Smart Dragon 3 Y12 rocket sent two Dongfang Huiyan hyperspectral satellites into orbit, while tourists combined viewing with museum visits and coastal activities; local hotels and homestays were largely booked a week ahead.
CChina News Service★★☆☆☆2026-08-06 08:47Original
Rocket launch viewing sparks summer tourism boom in East China’s coastal city