Dozens of Chinese climbing enthusiasts scaled huge, frozen waterfalls in rural Beijing, taking part in a competition showcasing the rapid rise in popularity of outdoor sports.
With white collar workers in the world’s most populous nation looking for more adventurous ways to spend their time and money, climbing is fast taking root alongside activities such as running and hiking.
Much of China is covered by mountains, from the misty landscapes of traditional paintings to the towering Himalayas, and the country shares Mt. Everest, the world’s highest peak, with neighbouring Nepal. But until recently, the peaks went unexplored by Chinese.
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