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Recently, The ring city bicycle friendly race and Tianmen Moutain bicycle challenge was held in Zhangjiajie. This was also one of the subject activities of the first Chinese older international cultural tourism festival.In order to advocate caring about our city as well as low carbon life, more than 1300 bicycle enthusiasts went cycling around Zhangjiajie and challenged the well-known winding hilly road in Tianmen Mountain together.All participators were divided into three groups: men’s prime group, men’s youth group and women’s mass group. The first person to reach the finishing line was a 45 year-old university teacher named Zong Yuerong, coming from Kunming,Yunnan province. It took 1 hour, 17 minutes and 12 seconds for him to finish the whole journey.Translated by Becky
2012-09-24 23:46
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Are you still planning for your coming different festivals or holidays? Are you still not sure which place is suitable for you romantic journey? Alright, these places couldn’t wait to give you a worthwhile unforgettable trip.1, Zhangjiajie: Located in Hunan province, Zhangjiajie is usually compared to a “travel line for lovers” by tourists. Traveling through countless cloud-kissing mountains, clear streams and leafy trees, you may easily blend with nature around, thus enhancing your love unconsciously.2, Wu town: It is one of the four well-known towns in Chiang-Nan (regions south of theYangtze River), and a time-honored town that can date back to more than six thousand years ago. Moreover, Wu town is also a typical watery region, which makes it “a land of plenty”, “a silk mansion”. A small bridge over the flowing stream is commonly seen here. Entering into Wu town, the romantic feelings here and there will soon give you a big hug.3, Yangshuo: Ubiquitous mountain and water reflect in contrast harmoniously. The costal grass is dotted with castle and osprey. It seems everything in Yangshuo could give you a strong feeling of leisure and comfort. You can attempt to sit on a raft and go sightseeing along the limpid river, catching glimpse of fishes dancing excitingly in the river every time you lower your head, fairyland is just where you are.4, Lijiang: On the top of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, mist coils up all the year round. Even in the sunny day, sunshine also can not penetrate the clouds. Legend goes like that Autumn Equinox is the day when sun meets with moon and reflects together. Only on the occasional time, one-meter sunshine will kiss the top of the mountain, so it is widely believed that people showered by it will possess unchangeable love.5, Tibet: When you two hold hands and see sincere followers worshiping on bended knees, when you see boundless Kernel CuoLake, won’t you have a sense of the most real romance as well as the purest sweet? Standing under such a pure sky in the plateau, your soul will be refined at the same time.6, Jiuzhai Valley: Visiting here will make you feel wonderful. Especially in the winter, you can enjoy yourselves in the hot spring and view the snow mountains spontaneously. How romantic!7, Qinghai Lake: This means cyan sea, blue ocean in Zang language. Around theQinghaiLake, there are blankets of boundless grasslands. Owing to its lakeside terrain, this place enjoys the congenital advantage of plain ground, adequate water and temperate climate, which contributes to a natural pasture.Translated by Becky
2012-08-22 13:57
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On August 13th morning, 52 people from Huochetou bicycle club in Huaihua city has arrived at Wulingyuan Scenic spot through a 3-day safe journey. And it is the biggest bicycle team since the launch of Zhangjiajie activity as“subsidies for your low-carbon tour”.In the light of the introduction of its clubber,Liuwen,they departed from Huaihua city on 11th,August and rode more than 300km within 3 days. And among their team member, the oldest is 64 years and the youngest 16 years. Since the initiate of low-carbon tourism towards the whole world held by Wulingyuan on 28th, June, Zhangjiajie has entertained over 300 people who travelled in their low-carbon ways including by bike, on foot, and on their skateboards. Their journey covers a total route of about 150,000 km. They also have received the rewards provided by the organizer containing tickets, low-carbon subsidies, and best popularity awards for travelogue as well as attention award formicro film of travel story.By Brenda
2012-08-15 01:58
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Paths of bluestone flanked by wooden houses are winding through their ways, as if at one stride they catch your eyes leading you into the ancient and quaint township—Fu Rong Township.Here it is! Located in Yongshun county of Jishou city in Hunan province, Fu Rong Township, with its over two thousand years history is increasingly attracting tourists both from home and abroad. Once ascending the ladders and stepping on the flagstone, your eyes are dazzled by the numerous stalls on either side. Various goods, particularly those with unique local style are displayed and tourists pack streets. Different from the modern architectures, the wooden houses with low sharp roofs like birds spring their wings to soaring into the sky, give you a sense of sediment of the history a scent of plain beauty.As you walk around, you may see bountiful authentic snacks with their scent inviting you. One that you must have a try is called Mi Toufu( a kind of bean curd). Different seasonings, such as vinegar, paprika, soy placing on the table you can add any of them according to your taste. And in hot summer, a bowl of cold one can give you a fresh. Apart from those, imposing waterfall rolling and roaring with mighty force down the deep pool, Tujia ethnic Diaojiao lou(a unique building hanging on the cliff) and various foods also offer you much pleasure.Once you step on the soil, your heart will be melting in all the surroundings here. Pack your heart and start a fascinating journey.By Crystal#gallery-2 {margin: auto;}#gallery-2 .gallery-item {float: left;margin-top: 10px;text-align: center;width: 33%;}#gallery-2 img {border: 2px solid #cfcfcf;}#gallery-2 .gallery-caption {margin-left: 0;}
2012-08-11 13:50
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