Despite the intense summer heat, the passion of hikers remained undimmed. From July 21 to 23, the 2017 China Hiking Tour · National Hiking Conference Heixiazi Island Station was held on Heixiazi Island in Fuyuan City, Heilongjiang Province. Hiking lovers from all over China explored the cool summer of Heixiazi Island to witness China’s first sunrise and experienced the distinct vibes of two nations along the border.
The second day’s route started from the Hezhe ethnic minority new village in Zhaji Town, covering a total of 20 kilometers. The Hezhe ethnic minority new village in Zhaji Town preserves the most authentic Hezhe cultural elements, showcasing the traditional way of life of the Hezhe people. In front of the “Hometown of Fish” gate, Hezhe girls performed traditional ethnic dances to welcome the visiting guests. The Wusuli Bridge, known as China’s “First Bridge in the East,” is the easternmost bridge in China and was the highlight of the second day’s route. This grand bridge not only boasts an impressive structure...
...but also features blooming flowers on both sides, leaving everyone enchanted.
The National Hiking Conference is a major outdoor fitness event series developed in recent years by the Chinese Mountaineering Association. To date, more than 30 events have been held, aiming to promote outdoor activities and advance the national fitness program. The China Hiking Tour is based on the National Hiking Conference, with the goal of covering all 34 provinces, municipalities, autonomous regions, and special administrative regions in China. It seeks to provide a comprehensive understanding of China through the healthiest form of outdoor activity—hiking—and ultimately achieve the objective of nationwide fitness. This year, the National Hiking Conference has already been held in three locations: Wansheng in Chongqing, Baoquan in Henan, and Baise in Guangxi. Upcoming events will take place in Qinghai Lake, Zhangye, Gongga Mountain, and other destinations.
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