๐ Sanya, the tropical paradise of Hainan, is making waves as the debut host of China's 12th National Traditional Games of Ethnic Minorities! Deputy Mayor Zhang Changfeng sat down with Sports Scene's Mike Fox to spill the tea on how the city prepped for this cultural extravaganza.
๐ "Hosting the Games is a milestone for Sanya," Zhang shared. From revamping sports facilities to training local volunteers, the city has pulled out all the stops to welcome athletes and visitors. And guess what? Tourism stats are already buzzingโhotel bookings up 30% since the opening ceremony! ๐จโจ
๐น The event isn't just about medals; it's a vibrant showcase of Uygur horseback archery, Zhuang bamboo dancing, and other ethnic sports. Zhang hopes this spotlight will inspire Gen Z to embrace traditional cultures: "These games are TikTok-worthy heritage in motion!" ๐ฒ๐
๐ฎ Looking ahead, Sanya plans to leverage its new infrastructure forๆดๅค (more) international events. Could this be the start of a #SportsTravel trend blending competition and culture? Stay tuned! ๐โ๏ธ
