What’s the latest craze in China? Apparently marathons. In 2010 the Chinese Athletic Association held a total of 12 official running events; in 2014 there were 53, with marathons representing the majority, according to an article written by South China Morning Post. While China is often characterized as pushing economic and industrial boundaries, a recent surge in athletics proves there’s more than just machines grinding.
Many Chinese cities are now hosting running races as a way to showcase their landmarks and increase revenue, » Read more »
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In recent years, tennis has emerged as one of the most prolific sports in China, on both a professional and amateur level.
This can be credited to the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the relatively new emergence of high ranked players throughout Asia, and China's investments in the grassroots of tennis.
Only within the past 10 years have Chinese tennis players rose to prominence. The success of tennis stars like now-retired Li Na, » Read more »
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China has an extensive and snaking history with golf where the sport is not only considered luxury, but also taboo.
Recorded as early as 1000AD, Chuiwan was an ancient Chinese game reminiscent of modern golf. Played with clubs, balls, and strict etiquette, the objective was to drive the balls into various hand-dug pits. Although there is no concise origin of golf, many believe this game traveled along the silk road with much influence. » Read more »
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Over the course of seventeen days you will experience and personally connect with the extensive culture, history and beauty that define both ancient and contemporary China, » Read more »
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