October 10, 2022 | 18:25 (GMT+7)
2,300 runners join “Running on Happiness Route” international marathon
As many as 2,300 runners joined “Running on Happiness Route” international marathon in the northernmost mountainous province of Ha Giang’s Meo Vac district on October 9.
The runners, including 40 foreigners, competed in the categories of 6 kilometers, 12 kilometers, 21 kilometers and 42 kilometers.
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Racers run on Ma Pi Leng Pass. |
According to Vice Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Tran Duc Quy, the race is a key sport activity of Ha Giang, aiming to popularize the province's tourism and promote people’s participation in physical training and sports.
Athletes and visitors have a chance to experience local popular tourist destinations such as Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark, Quan Ba Twin Mountain, and Lung Cu National Flagpole.
They can enjoy festivals, folk culture, foods as well as visit local traditional markets, he said.
Source: VNA