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A carnival devised for all
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The 2025 LCR went beyond pure competition, extending into amulti-faceted carnival. During the event, the shores of Jinji Lake weretransformed into vibrant sites of celebrations blending technology, music andtourist attractions.At the Jinji Station 06, Suzhou’s first holographic 3Dprojection installation created an immersive visual space with cutting-edgedigital technology, and the “Jinji Lake Treasure Hunt” attracted participantsof all ages.The festive atmosphere reached its peak as a series ofactivities were held at Wanghujiao Pier on the evenings of Oct 17 and 18. The concertstarted at dusk, when melodies harmonized with the shimmering lake and thenightscape, offering the audiences a memorable audio-visual experience.Simultaneously, the nighttim...
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Competitions ignite passion on Jinji Lake
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The 2025 LCR featured professional keelboat races in J80,DC20 and FT7.5 classes, alongside public competitions for recreation. During the event, Suzhou experienced a dramatic temperaturedrop, yet the unpredictable weather only added to the excitement.On the first day, the clear skies and gentle breezes allowed thesailors to gradually familiarize themselves with the waters. On the second andthird days, wind speeds intensified, with averages reaching 10 knots and gustspeaking at 16 knots. Waves crashed against the hulls, causing many boats tosway vigorously, but the competitors’ morale remained unshaken. On the lake, rivalriesgrew intense and cheers from the shores blended with the roar of wind andwaves.Eventually, the Mongolian Navy Team claimed vict...
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A new chapter of waterside life is written
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In recent years, SIP has been exploring diverse pathways ofintegrating sports with culture and tourism for economic benefits. One of thepathways is to cultivate popular water sports events.The 2025 LCR, together with the Central (Zhongyang) RiverFamily Paddleboarding Challenge and the Dushu Lake Collegiate PaddleboardingChampionship, has demonstrated a new water sports landscape featuring acombination of activities on and beside waters.“Sports serve as a prism of urban development, reflecting thespirit and cultural aspirations in the new era,” said Chen Wangjun, founder ofthe LCR, “This year, we deeply embedded the concept of the ‘SIP Golden Autumn ?Three Lakes Carnival’ into the event, integrating athletic competition withcultural tourism and ...
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