The opening ceremony of the 2017 Yanmen Cycle Classic is held in front of Bianjing Tower, an ancient structure built during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) in Daixian county, Shanxi province, July 8. The event, which lasted until July 10, consisted of some 10 activities, such as the Yanmen International Cycling Challenge, a kite-flying show and photography exhibition themed around cycling. [Photo/Xinhua]

A lion dance is performed at the opening ceremony of the 2017 Yanmen Cycle Classic in Daixian county on July 8. The three-day event chose Yanmenguan scenic area and the Ancient City of Daixian as the main venues, helping promote local culture and tourism. [Photo/Xinhua]