Classic Itineraries
12 tourists lost in deep mountains rescued after staying on the phone for 3 hours
"Thank goodness you arrived in time, or we would never have made it out of these deep mountains." At 8:42 p.m. the night before last, 12 tourists who had been trapped in the deep mountains for over three hours wept with joy upon seeing the rescue team arriving in the late hours. The day before, 12 local tourists from Mianzhu City went for an outing in the mountainous area of Jiulong Town. While enjoying the scenery...
How mountaineering experts explain how ordinary people can climb Mount Everest
How can an ordinary person climb Mount Everest? According to mountaineering experts, two conditions must be met: having a certain level of financial capability and possessing adequate physical fitness. Even for amateur mountaineering — just to meet the most basic requirements — you’ll need at least 200,000 RMB. Keep in mind that due to factors such as weather, it’s not guaranteed that every attempt will succeed even after spending the money. In other words, you could end up losing several hundred thousand RMB in one go. Therefore, for amateur climbers, a solid financial foundation is essential.
A U.S. philanthropist was fined millions for embezzling charity funds; he was once a mountain climbing enthusiast
His best-selling book *Three Cups of Tea* moved the world. He was awarded the "Star of Pakistan" by the Pakistani president. He once competed with Obama for the Nobel Peace Prize, and after Obama won, he donated part of the prize money to him. Offer someone a cup of tea, and you are a stranger; offer a second, and you are a friend...
Spotlight on Beijing’s top running destinations – Beijing Olympic Park takes the crown
1. Olympic Forest Park
The lack of oxygen at the summit of Mount Everest can cause climbers to experience hallucinations
Chutian Metropolis Daily News — Our special correspondent Chen Bolei reports from Lhasa, with contributions from correspondent Cao Zhikai. Yesterday, the main team of the China University of Geosciences mountaineering expedition carried out a loaded uphill hike, ascending from around 3,600 meters to about 4,000 meters. All team members were in good condition and have now completed all training exercises. Tomorrow, they will leave the...
Girl Rescues Fainted Hiker on Mount Tai, Praised as Most Beautiful Tourist
Our Taian, April 10 (Reporter Shao Yimou) On the 9th, a netizen posted online a thread titled "Encountering the Most Beautiful Tourist While Climbing Mount Tai on Tomb-Sweeping Day," vividly describing how a girl came across a male hiker who had fainted during the climb, stepped forward to help, placed wooden chopsticks in his mouth to prevent him from biting his tongue. After the man regained consciousness, ...
Dance on the cliffs – A passion unleashed without bounds
Whether it’s the gecko wall-climbing technique from wuxia novels or Spider-Man’s climbing stunts in Western movies, both are utterly captivating. Rock climbing, a sport that’s growing increasingly popular, is tugging at the hearts of many young people. “Either I’m on the wall, or I’m on my way to the wall.” This is how one rock climbing enthusiast from Zhongshan begins the first post on their blog...
"Rock Wall Ballet" to Debut at Dadukou Park Plaza Tomorrow
The Dadukou World Cup Climbing Competition is about to kick off, with a "warm-up experience" attracting 4,000 participants; tomorrow, come and "watch" the spectacular performances of top climbers. In 2011, Chongqing Iron and Steel completed its environmentally friendly relocation, making "transformation" a key word in Dadukou District's development. As a core area of the main city, Dadukou’s urban transformation will be as exciting and anticipated as the World Cup Climbing Competition. If we were to draw an analogy between the two, their spiritual essence is interconnected—successfully climbing can bring the feeling of "reaching the summit and overlooking all the other mountains." The same is especially true for urban transformation and development. Earlier this year, construction began on the most beautiful peninsula in the main city, Fishing Jaw, while plans for the redevelopment of the old Chongqing Iron and Steel site and the Xiaonanhai area were unveiled one after another. Dadukou boldly put forward the grand goal of "Creating Seven Cities Simultaneously" and has taken solid steps toward it.
The 2012 IFSC Climbing World Cup will kick off in Chongqing this Friday.
Starting on the 13th, over a hundred of the world’s top climbers will gather at Dadukou Park Square to compete in the first stop of the 2012 IFSC Climbing World Cup. The event will draw the attention of climbing enthusiasts from around the globe. Members of the public will be able to enjoy the action of the 2012 IFSC Climbing World Cup (China – Chongqing)...
Climbers tackle a 100-foot ice pillar
News on February 1, 2012: Scaling a 100-foot-tall ice pillar can send chills down the spine, even for those who are usually very calm. Whether climbing frozen waterfalls or avoiding all possible dangers during the ascent, it holds strong appeal for highly skilled professional mountaineers or full-time...
$594 stylish and trendy KingCamp photography and fishing vest
This season, be an outdoor photographer or enjoy a relaxing time fishing by the water. This fashionable pursuit and enjoyment are even more on-trend when paired with a photography and fishing vest. This KingCamp photography vest is priced at $594 on Taobao. The photography and fishing vest features...
700 hikers climb Qinling Mountains to protect environment, collect 400 pounds of trash in 6 hours
“There is only one Qinling. We must cherish her. We hope everyone who enters the mountains takes all their belongings with them and does not leave behind new trash or pollution.” Yesterday, the Qinling “Clean-up Crew” environmental volunteer activity was held, with over 700 volunteers from multiple outdoor clubs across the province giving the Qinling Mountains a thorough “cleaning.” Five teams of “Clean-up Crew”...
Route Recommendations: Eight Best Cycling Paradises in the Most Scenic Spring Season
Friendly Tips: 1. Always check your bike’s condition before cycling and carry repair tools and spare parts. 2. Wear a helmet at all times when riding. 3. Never ride under the influence of alcohol, no matter how short or easy the route may be. 4. Try to avoid night riding, especially on mountain roads. If you must ride at night, ensure sufficient lighting and visibility...
Master Hong Kong and Macau: Understanding the New Rules for the Hong Kong and Macau Travel Permit
The time of entry on the day of arrival does not count. That means if you enter on the 1st, the 2nd is when the first day is counted. As long as you exit before 23:59 on the 8th, it's fine. Traveling from Hong Kong to Macau and then returning to Hong Kong (the reverse—traveling from Macau to Hong Kong and then back to Macau—is not allowed this way; you would need two separate Macau endorsements. However, currently in China you can only apply for one Macau endorsement at a time...
Climb a mountain, clean a trail — the "Fragrant Cleanup" activity by the Nature Friends Mountaineering Team
On April 7, 2012, over 200 environmental volunteers participated in a cleanup event for outdoor trash on Fragrant Hills organized by the "Nature Friends Mountaineering Team." The "Fragrant Cleanup" is one of the team’s regular environmental initiatives. Over the past seven years, what began as a small group of dozens has grown into a collective of hundreds...
2012 IFSC Climbing World Cup concludes in Chongqing, Russia takes home two golds as top winner
From April 13 to 14, the two-day 2012 IFSC Climbing World Cup stop was grandly held at the Administrative Center Plaza in Dadukou District, Chongqing, China. After two days of intense competition, the event crowned champions in four categories: men's and women's bouldering, and men's and women's speed climbing. Austria’s Schubert Jakob and...
The baby's still in diapers but already a rock-climbing pro
Team members take a group photo at the base camp. From left: Wang Bing, Chen Chen, Zhou Yun, Chen Gang, Chen Zheng, Niu Xiaohong. Photo by special correspondent Zou Jin. A view of Mount Everest from the base camp. Photo by special correspondent Zou Jin. Special report from the Everest Base Camp (Special correspondent Zou Jin, correspondent Cao Zhikai): Yesterday around 3 p.m., the China University of Geosciences Everest climbing team successfully arrived...
Tibet Spring Mountaineering Festival Restarted This Month After Two-Year Hiatus
Where there are clouds, there is the world; where there are people, there is the jianghu (martial world). To the eyes of ordinary folks, they are just ordinary people, living quiet lives with mundane jobs; but to outdoor enthusiasts, they are legendary heroes, galloping across the land with heroic spirit. Having stood out in the “Endless Experience – Gore-Tex!” Outdoor Dreams Realization event, they must have gone through trials as tough as those faced by martial arts masters...
KAILAS climbing team members Zhong Qixin and He Shan Hui are set to compete in the 2012 IFSC Climbing World Cup series.
On April 13, the first international climbing competition of 2012 — the IFSC Climbing World Cup Chongqing leg — will officially kick off in Chongqing. The event is organized by the International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC), and hosted by the Mountaineering Sports Management Center of the General Administration of Sport of China, the Chongqing Municipal Sports Bureau, the People’s Government of Dadukou District in Chongqing, among others...
The world’s most badass travelers—eight essential outdoor gear items to conquer the globe
I wouldn’t call myself a seasoned traveler, but with three years of exploring twenty-five cities under my belt, I can still show off a bit, share some personal insights, and sum up the must-have gear for travelers—to help those planning a trip. First and foremost, you absolutely need a good backpack. Many fri...