Once scarred by the shadows of war, Zhangjiakou has rewritten its story with snowflakes and gold medals. 🌨️✨ In 1937, Japanese troops occupied this strategic gateway to Beijing after the Marco Polo Bridge Incident—a chapter of hardship etched into its history. But fast-forward 85 years: the city dazzled the world as a 2022 Winter Olympics host, trading battle cries for the roar of cheering crowds.
Today, Zhangjiakou is riding the Olympic wave to build a thriving ice and snow economy. Think adrenaline-packed ski resorts, eco-friendly tourism, and cutting-edge gear manufacturing! 🎿🏔️ Local officials say the Games’ legacy is fueling a sports-tourism boom, creating jobs and attracting adventurers eager to carve fresh tracks on its slopes.
"We’re turning ‘white gold’ into green growth," says a regional planner, referencing the city’s push to become a global winter sports hub. With state-backed initiatives and tech-driven infrastructure, Zhangjiakou is proving that even the coldest winters can melt into bright new beginnings. ❄️➡️🌞
