1,372 Chinese and international cyclists competed at the “Heaven-linking Avenue” in Tianmen Mountain, Zhangjiajie on June 26, 2016. These cyclists were from tens of provinces and regions including Guangdong, Guangxi, Guizhou, Chongqing, Hainan, Jiangsu, and Taiwan, as well as France and New Zealand.  Starting from Zhangjiajie downtown at an altitude of 180 meters, the cyclists rode for 16 km to reach Tianmen Cave which stands at 1100 meters above sea level, rising by 920 meters. Zhangjiajie Tianmen Mountain Road, a “Heaven-linking Avenue” reaching the top of the mountain, is reputed as “a wonder road of the world”. This 10.77 km long road raises sharply from an altitude of 200 meters to 1100 meters, with 99 bends along the way.  Tianmen Mountain “Heaven-linking Avenue” Bicycle Race is a highlight of the first Zhangjiajie Outdoor Carnival for Rural Area. It was organized to accelerate local tourism development, and further integrate tourism with sports and culture, so as to give a boost to Zhangjiajie’s tourism upgrading and transformation.    Please refer to www.enghunan.gov.cn when using the article.   Translator: Pang YuehuiSource: Hunan Official Web Portal

News 2016-06-27 09:29 View：1713

In the afternoon of June 18th,2016.The third "International Rafting month" grand opening in mengdong river,Yongshun County.During the event the play continued, such as: water festival ceremony, Wang soil patrol River, it will mark mengdong river "International Rafting month" heavy regression.Mengdong river is a national 4A level scenic spots, because the beautiful natural scenery and exciting rafting experience a "World first drifting" reputation.In 1992, the first held "International Rafting Month".in 1993,again held "International Rafting month".2016 is the third time. Mengdong drifting have a comprehensive upgrade, it will be a new starting point for market transformation and product transformation.Translated by shuire

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Photo taken on June 21 shows a spectacular night view of the building complex composed of Changsha Museum, Changsha Library, Changsha Planning Exhibition Hall, and Changsha Concert Hall when lighting facilities around these places turn on. The building complex is nestled in Changsha Binjiang Cultural Park where Xiangjiang River and Liuyang River meet.Changsha has implemented a lighting project along the banks of Xiangjing River since this May. Now the project is coming to a close and the lights are expected to turn on starting from July 1, 2016. It is supposed that taking a walk while enjoying the night view of the river banks will become a favorite leisure activity for the locals.In addition to lighting construction on river banks, Changsha has launched related lighting projects at public areas, such as buildings and squares on main roads and secondary main roads of Wuyi Avenue, Furong Road, Shaoshan Road.Translator: Xiao JuanSource: Hunan Official Web Portal

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On June 21st, it is the international day of yoga. Yoga enthusiasts perform yoga in Zhangjiajie Baofeng lake scenic spot, to transfer the concept of harmony, health, happiness, and let more people know about yoga, love sports.Translated by Sophia

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On June 19th, in Zhangjiajie Wulingyuan district, the world’s highest and longest alpine transparent glass bridge – Zhangjiajie grand canyon bridge deck glass bearing test shows to the public for the first time, showing its security.Zhangjiajie grand canyon mainspan glass bridge with a total of 430 meters, the bridge is 375 meters long, 6 meters wide, the relative height of about 300 meters, and the largest tourist capacity is about 800 people, so the deck glass can hold at least 60 tons of pressure.Translated by Sophia

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A banquet to commemorate King of the Yao was held at the tourist center, nearby the north gate of Langshan Mountain Scenic Area of Xinning County on June 20, 2016. More than a thousand tourists were attracted to attend the feast. The photo above shows they are singing and dancing at the bonfire party on the same evening. Xinning County located in southwestern , is inhabited by people of different nationalities, rich in unique Yao diet customs, distinctive daily life, and featured funeral rituals. Based on the traditions and customs passed down, the banquet in commemoration of King of the Yao People was specially promoted by the Langshan Mountain Scenic Area. And it was highly favored by visitors. Translator: Yu Jiangjiang Source: Hunan Official Web Portal

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On June 19th, Heavy rains in Zhangjiajie Wulingyuan, Suoxiyu shows advection fog beauty. A thick layer of mist floating on the river, it sems to hold up the street. The scene looks like a mirage, attracting visitors and citizens to appreciate and take photos as a souvenir.Transalted by Sophia

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On June 20, the day of summer, canna is in full bloom season. In Huanglong cave scenic spot ecological square, many pieces of canna are delicate and charming, after heavy rains. Green leaves and large flowers, bright colors attract the tourists eyes.Translated by Sophia

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