are these ten running routes worth applying for a guinness record

For those who love running, it should never be a boring task, right? It's not just about the act of running itself, but also the scenery and people along the way.

Perhaps someone has already introduced you to the most beautiful running routes in China, and maybe you've used Codoon's running track feature to run the best routes we've recommended. But you probably wouldn't have guessed that next on Codoon's open track list are these places.

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Currently, Codoon's running track feature is available in over 400 cities, with more than 500 tracks. Next Tuesday, ten more locations will be added to Codoon's open track list. Some of these places aren't even considered cities, being remote with few runners...

1. Ayding Lake, Turpan - The lowest point in China

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[ Track open date: November 7 ]

Ayding Lake, also known as Moonlight Lake, features a dry lakebed with silver-white salt crystals that resemble a full moon, hence the name. 'Ayding' means 'moon' in Uyghur. This is also the lowest point in China, offering a unique running experience...

2. Shigatse - The Auspicious and Beautiful Manor

[ Track open date: November 7 ]

Shigatse is an ancient city with a history of 600 years, located in southwestern Tibet at the confluence of the Yarlung Tsangpo and Nyangchu rivers. It's known as the 'most auspicious and beautiful manor.' From Shigatse, you can head south to reach Mount Everest, making this possibly the highest-altitude running track.

3. Jiamusi - The First City of the East

[ Track open date: November 7 ]

This is the easternmost part of China, the first place to welcome the sunrise. It features the largest freshwater marsh wetland in China and is home to protected bird species like the white stork and red-crowned crane. Data shows that morning runners far outnumber night runners here, likely because they can greet the earliest sunrise.

4. Kashgar - A Living Ancient City

[ Track open date: November 7 ]

'If you haven't been to Kashgar, you haven't been to Xinjiang.'

This is a tranquil city, the best-preserved place of Uyghur culture, and the westernmost city in China. The ancient city is the soul of Kashgar, a melting pot of four great civilizations. Running here offers a full view of Western China’s scenery.

5. Sansha - The Stunning Pearl of the South China Sea

[ Track open date: November 7 ]

The southernmost city in China, the most mysterious, dynamic, and desirable place. In the deep blue South China Sea, hundreds of islands, reefs, shoals, and sandbars are scattered, forming the most beautiful archipelago in China. Where would you like to run with the sea breeze?

6. Mohe - China's Arctic Village

[ Track open date: November 7 ]

Mohe, also known as Mo River, is named for its ink-black waters. Located at the northernmost tip of China, running here might lead you to encounter Santa Claus or even see the Northern Lights.

7. Zanda County - The Place with Grass Downstream

[ Track open date: November 7 ]

Situated on the banks of the Xiangquan River, Zanda is a shining pearl on the Ali Plateau. It is the least populated county in China, with only 6,384 residents and 134 Codoon users, meaning 2 out of every 100 people here use Codoon.

8. Taicang - The Backyard Garden of Pudong

[ Track open date: November 7 ]

Taicang is known as the corn capital of Jiangnan, a place rich in resources and talented people. It is also the county with the highest happiness index in China. In Taicang, you can run to Nanyuan Park to admire the willows, visit Shaxi Ancient Town to experience its rustic charm, and appreciate the architectural features of Jiangnan residences...In 2017,Codoon users in Taicang collectively ran nearly 10,000,000 kilometers, almost 249 laps around the equator.

9. Yecheng County - The Starting Point of the New Tibet Highway

[ Track open date: November 7 ]
 

Yecheng County is located in the southwestern part of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, at the southern foot of the towering Karakoram Mountains. It is the closest city to Afghanistan and the running track here is arguably the closest to conflict zones.

10. Lijiang - More Than Just Encounters

[ Track open date: November 7 ]

Lively and beautiful Lijiang Ancient Town, quiet and quaint Shuhe Ancient Town, fresh and beautiful Lashihai Wetland, and the majestic Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. There’s no need to say much about Lijiang, but it’s a place many people dream of running in.

From the northernmost Mohe to the southernmost Sansha; from the easternmost Jiamusi to the westernmost Kashgar; from the lowest point in Turpan to the highest in Shigatse; from the least populated city to the county with the highest happiness index... You might wonder why Codoon chose these places to open running tracks?

It's because these places all have Codoon users, runners who are already running there and may continue to run for a lifetime. We also want more running enthusiasts to join in, no matter where you come from, to experience the joy that running brings.

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