UCI Women's WorldTour 2024 takes over Chongming Island
The 2024 UCI Women's WorldTour – Tour of Chongming Island is currently unfolding on Chongming Island, running from Oct 15 to 17.
This event features 18 teams and 108 professional cyclists set to compete over a distance of 349.3 kilometers.
Throughout the three-day race, cyclists will navigate through 17 townships on Chongming, passing by key landmarks and scenic spots such as the Xisha Mingzhu Lake scenic area and Dongtan Wetland Park.
Meanwhile, the 2024 Chongming Rural Cultural Tourism Festival, running from Sept 20 to Nov 30, offers a diverse array of over 50 events to enrich visitors' rural tourism experiences.
Chongming is also hosting a bicycle carnival from Oct 14 to 17, featuring food, games, and local specialties.
Chongming's natural environment and ecological advantages have made it a preferred destination for cycling events among enthusiasts.
A precursor event held on Oct 13 drew 172 cycling enthusiasts from around the nation.
Sources: WeChat account of Publicity Department of Chongming district at "shchongming", Chongming District Media Center