An event entitled "Driving along Silk Road, a Journey of China-Arab States Friendship" kicked off in Yinchuan, capital of Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, on September 24.

An event entitled "Driving along Silk Road, a Journey of China-Arab States Friendship" kicked off in Yinchuan, capital of Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, on September 24.

A large motorcade composed of 20 vehicles will visit 25 cities throughout China, Pakistan, Oman and the United Arab Emirates in 37 days, travelling 11, 000 kilometers.

During the event, participants will also take part in activities like a Silk Road driving camp, "looking for the most beautiful village along the Silk Road", a photography contest, an ethnic group gala and so on to promote cultural exchanges between China and Arab States.