The cloud sea scenery above Helan Mountain. [Photo/WeChat account: nxtour]

The Helan Mountain region has always been a popular tourist destination in Ningxia Hui autonomous region. Here are two upcoming sports events set to be held there this weekend.

From 8:30 am to 12:30 pm on Sept 13, the 2025 National Public Mountaineering and Fitness Event (Yinchuan Section) will take place at Helan Mountain National Forest Park.

The 5.6-kilometer mountaineering route will pass through 12 scenic locations, offering participants fascinating views.

The view from the top of Helan Mountain is magnificent. [Photo/WeChat account: nxtour]

A half-marathon will also be held from 8 am to 11:10 am on Sept 14, with the starting and end points both set at the south gate of the archery themed sports center of Helan Mountain Sports Park.

Release sweat and feel the passion of sports in the Helan Mountain region this early autumn!