Forget treadmills – this is #FitnessGoals on another level! Cyclists worldwide are flocking to Zhejiang’s Qiandao Lake, where turquoise waters meet 1,078 forested islands. But this isn’t just Insta-bait – it’s ground zero for China’s ecological makeover.
Two Wheels, One Mission
Meet Katherine Miller, a California-born environmentalist who swapped boardrooms for bike lanes. As project manager at Green Zhejiang, she’s clocked 400+ km around the lake. “Every pedal stroke shows how industries transformed into eco-havens,” she says, dodging a butterfly mid-interview. 🦋
From Factory Smog to ‘Fairyland’
Locals still remember when factories clouded these waters. Today, solar-powered boats zip between islands while AI monitors air quality. Pro tip: The 160-km Qiandao Loop trail serves equal parts thigh burn and jaw-dropping vistas. 📸
