The 12th Tour of Qidong cycling race takes place on Nov 13 in Qidong, Nantong, East China's Jiangsu province. [Photo/WeChat account: qdrmt0513]

The 12th Tour of Qidong cycling race started on Nov 13 at Fisherman's Wharf at Yuantuojiao Resort in Qidong, Nantong, East China's Jiangsu province.

More than 300 cyclists from Nantong took part in the 168-kilometer cycling race.

To allow participants to experience the city's unique landscapes, the 168-km course passes by many tourist attractions such as Fisherman's Wharf, Jianghai Cultural Viewing Avenue, the Double-color Sea, Golden Beach Scenic Area, Bihai Yinsha Scenic Area, Longwan Water Town, the Ruins of Wave Wall and Lyusi Fishing Port.

The event has been held for the past 11 years, growing from a low-level race into an influential sporting event in the East China region and attracting a large number of domestic and foreign cycling enthusiasts.

Participants ride along the sea in Qidong, Nantong, East China's Jiangsu province, during the 12th Tour of Qidong cycling race. [Photo/WeChat account: qdrmt0513]