Nanjing senior cyclist rides 4,000 km to Xinjiang to visit old friend

Last updated 2026-09-24 — Photo of Ma Tongfa and his cycling friend "In 1966, I was sent to work at a cattle farm in Hutubi County, Xinjiang. In 1986, I was transferred back to my hometown, Nanjing. I lived here for 20 years, and after returning home, I’ve always missed my old friends at the cattle farm very much, so I decided to come back for a visit." On the 20th, the reporter met the cyclist who rode 4,000...