To promote the high-quality development of the Xishan Yongding River Cultural Belt, advance the construction of the western capital transformation demonstration area, deepen ecological civilization practices, and support the development of a garden city in the capital, the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism successfully held the Xishan Yongding River Cultural Belt Tourism Route Launch and "Two Parks, One River" Cycling Promotion and Exploration Event on October 12. The event took place in Shougang Park, Shijingshan District, and Garden Expo Park, Fengtai District, aiming to achieve the integrated development of "Two Parks, One River" (Shougang Park, Garden Expo Park, and Yongding River).

The event began with the "Xishan Cycling Bond" experience team, composed of professional cyclists, departing from Garden Expo Park and riding north along the Yongding River, eventually reaching Shougang Park. They experienced the "Two Parks, One River" cycling route from a first-person perspective. During the event, a representative of the cycling experience team extended an invitation to cyclists across the country, encouraging them to come to the Xishan Yongding River area and participate in cycling activities.

During the event, the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism launched six themed tour routes along the Xishan Yongding River Cultural Belt. These routes aim to offer diverse and in-depth travel experiences, catering to visitors' interests in culture, nature, history, and modern life, thereby fulfilling multiple aspirations for exploration and discovery.

At the conclusion of the event, participants enjoyed a photography and flash mob music appreciation session. Performers from the Sky Band delivered a surprise music performance, offering citizens and visitors a musical feast under the glow of the setting sun. Meanwhile, guided by professional photographers, guests ascended the Gongbei Pavilion, capturing the stunning sunset-lit scenery of the Xishan Yongding River through their lenses, preserving the breathtaking beauty of the moment.

As the event concluded successfully, the guests strolled through the park, immersing themselves in the vibrant and colorful lighting displays. It felt as though they had stepped into a magical world filled with the legends of Xishan Yongding River, experiencing a dual feast for the senses—a stunning visual spectacle intertwined with rich cultural storytelling.

Translator: BAI Jing

Reviewer: FENG Haoxuan