The finals of the thrilling 2024 Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal Canoe Marathon Series are scheduled from Nov 16 to 17 at the Seven Rivers and Eight Islands scenic area of Yangzhou, Jiangsu province, igniting a wave of sports enthusiasm in the region.

This scenic area abounds with ecological resources and spectacular landscapes, making it an ideal venue that beckons sports lovers to experience various sports activities.

Facilities designed for thrilling sports activities at the Seven Rivers and Eight Islands scenic area of Yangzhou. [Photo/WeChat account: yzs_lyj]

Thrill-seekers can have great fun in a sports factory featuring an unparalleled array of nearly 40 indoor sports, from cliff swings and obstacle courses to skywalks and extreme jumps.

A bird's view of the Yangzhou Deep Dive Grand Canal Center. [Photo/WeChat account: yzs_lyj]

Water sports enthusiasts can indulge in the allure of rowing under expert tutelage on a 2-kilometer straight track and a 10-kilometer waterway at the Yangzhou Deep Dive Grand Canal Center, the most exquisite rowing base in Asia that boasts professional facilities on par with international standards.

Visitors try archery on a campsite with a Mongolian style at the Seven Rivers and Eight Islands scenic area of Yangzhou. [Photo/WeChat account: yzs_lyj]

Venturing into the camps with a Mongolian style, visitors can experience horse riding and archery prowess and savor the roasted whole lamb while singing and dancing around the bonfires, gaining a glimpse into the authentic Mongolian lifestyle.