Qinghai Lake International Cycling Race is held at a high elevation
of 3600 to 5000 meters above sea level. The height imposes a great
challenge, even for serious cyclists. The cycling route, 1350 kilometers
in length, runs around Qinghai Lake. The natural scenery along the
cycling course is a lush green carpet of prairie framed by sweeps of
rape flowers. Snowy mountain peaks in the distance are embraced by
drifting clouds, highlighting their silhouettes. This natural beauty
together with the height at which the race is held are the main reasons
why the event lures competitors from around the world.
The
event is held during the period from July to August every year since
2002. Co-organized by Qinghai Provincial Government, Union Cycliste
Internationale, UCI Asia Tour and Chinese Cycling Association, it is the
largest international road cycling race and top of its kind in Asia.
The participants increase every year.
This year's race started on July 8th and ended on July 10th.
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