China's Enshi integrates sports events with tourism to boost rural revitalization

An aerial drone photo taken on July 7, 2025 shows tourists experiencing rappelling at a scenic area in Jianshi County, Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, central China's Hubei Province. Taking advantage of the natural resources, local authorities of Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture have built sports bases for rafting, rock climbing, rappelling, kayaking, paddleboarding, etc. By hosting sports events and inviting teams to organize sports training, the prefecture provides fresh ways for more and more urbanites to experience China's rural landscapes. (Photo by Zheng Jiayu/Xinhua)