The Third Shenzhen TransDapeng100 Ultra Trail Race by Mountain and Coast was held in Dapeng New District on March 15 and 16. The event attracted around 1,700 participants across four race categories: UTDP120, CCDP50, MSDP30, and ECDP10. They completed distances of 120 km, 50 km, 30 km, and 10 km, respectively, over the two-day event.
Shenzhen is one of six cities selected to pilot electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft programs, according to a recent announcement at a forum in Kunshan, Jiangsu Province. In response, Dapeng New District is accelerating efforts to develop its low-altitude economy. In September, Dapeng released guidelines for the high-quality development of low-altitude aviation, set to be implemented from 2024 to 2026. Dapeng has been exploring low-altitude applications in various fields.
ON a bright and sunny Sunday, a group of about 12 expats and nature enthusiasts — primarily researchers, teachers, and students — stepped out from their campuses to explore Baguang Heritiera Wetland Park in Dapeng New District. The event, themed “Exploring Nature’s Beauty and Ancient Wonders in Baguang,” was co-organized by the Shenzhen Municipal Science, Technology, and Innovation Bureau and EyeShenzhen.
Xichong became China’s first International Dark Sky Community in March 2023. Since then, lighting improvement projects have been carried out, resulting in warmer and softer lights in the area that give prominence to the natural dark night environment and brilliant starry sky. Shenzhen sees this as an opportunity to construct the Dapeng Starry Sky Park, improve lighting in Xichong and Dongchong, address light pollution from the sea, and implement supporting measures. The map, also an invitation for visitors to appreciate the beautiful night sky, offers Shenzheners an option for night tours.
In a dazzling display of skill and sportsmanship, the 2024 Dapeng Bay Cup Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Macao Regatta unfolded in the picturesque setting of Nan’ao, Dapeng New District on June 15. The event witnessed the participation of almost 100 teenage sailors hailing from Shenzhen, Hong Kong, and Macao, who vied for victory in the scenic Yueliang Bay area.
Drizzly weather didn’t put a damper on the enthusiasm of both paddlers and spectators at the dragon boat race in Nan’ao Subdistrict, Dapeng New District on June 7. Accompanied by rhythmic drumbeats and the spirited cheers of spectators, 12 teams took part in fierce competitions to kick off the 2024 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (Shenzhen Nan’ao) Maritime Dragon Boat Race in the Yueliang Bay area.
Visitors can admire glow worms at Xichong International Dark Sky Community as the community enters its ideal season for observing fireflies. While strolling along the riverside greenways in Xichong, visitors can watch these little ethereal beings flitting across the sky.
Daniel Miller, a shutterbug from the U.S. , has been living in Guangdong for a long period. He has a mania for assembling FPVs, through which he can capture many amazing shots of scenic views. Not long ago, he was invited to Baguang, where a thriving forest of looking-glass trees is carefully protected. Baguang, located the Dapeng New Area in Shenzhen, is one of the main areas where mangrove trees are luxuriant and well preserved.
Dapeng Qingjiao, one of the most energetic and high-profile traditional folk activities in Dapeng New District, recorded more than 10,000 participants during an eight-day celebration that ended Feb. 29 at Dapeng Fortress in the Pengcheng community.
Spring Festival holiday events in Dapeng offer a variety of attractions for residents and visitors alike. Here are the highlights offering fun activities during the Spring Festival holiday in Dapeng.
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