BEIJING, November 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — A report from CRIOnline:
Fangchenggang, a coastal town in South China, attracts attention in the sports and tourism sectors. The city recently hosted the first national road cycling competition of the Student (Youth) Games of November 2-4. The event, attended by young cyclists from across China, highlighted the city’s scenic coastal routes, its forward-thinking approach to environmental sustainability and its potential as a tourist destination.
Located in the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Fangchenggang is a key entry point into the ASEAN region and an important city within the Western Land-Sea Corridor of the Belt and Road Initiative. The city’s location, rich natural resources and favorable climate are complemented by its role as a testing ground for policy implementation, providing significant opportunities for growth and development. In recent years, Fangchenggang has hosted various sporting events, taking advantage of its unique geography. These include the China-ASEAN Marathon, the China-ASEAN Urban Tennis Invitational Tournament, the China-ASEAN International Youth Football Invitational Tournament, Dongxing (China)-Mong Cai (Vietnam) The Lantern Festival football friendship match and the China-ASEAN international sea fishing competition, contributing to the city’s growing appeal.
Zhao Lei, director of the Fangchenggang Culture, Radio, Television, Sports and Tourism Bureau, highlighted the impact of the cycling competition. “This event marks a significant step in the development of new tourism models centered on sport,” he said. “By promoting sports brands, we aim to strengthen the fundamental competitiveness of our sports and tourism sectors.” Fangchenggang plans to further integrate cultural, sports and tourism resources into its economic and social development strategies. The focus will be on organizing a variety of events, including local and international tournaments, to promote the convergence and innovation of culture, sports and tourism.
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SOURCE CRIOnline