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The news conference of Wuxi Taihu Lake Hike is held on May 9. This year's event will kick off on May 12. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] |
The annual Wuxi Taihu Lake Hike, passing through picturesque scenic areas around Taihu Lake, will be held on May 12 this year, according to a news conference on May 9.
Sponsored by the Wuxi Municipal Publicity Department, cyberspace administration of Wuxi and Wuxi Sports Bureau, the annual hike is part of Wuxi's Netizens Public Sports Conference which consists of 10 competitions this year and will run from April to November with the aim of raising public awareness of health and exercise and helping to build up the citizens’ physiques.
The hike starts from Taihu International Exhibition Center, travels through two local wetland parks, Shangxian River and Gonghuwan wetland parks, and passes by some stunning local scenery. The organizers offer both a 10km and a 30km route to appeal to hikers of different abilities.
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Participants wait at the start line for the 2017 Wuxi Taihu Lake Hike on May 7. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] |
A total of 15,000 participants are estimated to take part in the event this year after being held successfully for six years since 2012. All hikers that finish the event within the specified time limit will receive a souvenir medal.
During last year's event, physical relaxation services were provided free of charge and were well received by hikers. Over 50 volunteers will provide sports massage for participants this year.
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A woman who took part the 30-km hike receives a foot massage from a staff member of the Wuxi Taihu Lake Hike after the 2017 Wuxi Taihu Lake Hike. Physical relaxation services are provided free of charge during the hike. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] |
