Why are the Winter Olympics held in Zhangjiakou?

The reasons for holding the Winter Olympics in Zhangjiakou are:

1. Zhangjiakou is colder than Beijing, so the snow period is longer. In addition, Zhangjiakou has also vigorously developed ice and snow sports in recent years. In particular, Chongli ice and snow sports have been carried out well. Both the ice and snow facilities and the quality of ice and snow have reached international standards.

2. The natural skiing period in Chongli can last up to 120 days, and the snow storage period can last up to more than 140 days. In addition, the slopes of Chongli's mountain slopes are steep and moderate, and the area available for tourist skiing and competitive skiing reaches 300 square kilometers. It is known as the most ideal skiing area in North China.

3. Zhangjiakou took advantage of Beijing’s advantages as the capital of China and a large city in the world, bringing it a large market and making up for its shortcomings. Beijing’s advantages became Zhangjiakou’s advantages. .

4. Chongli has held several international ski festivals and was rated as one of the “Top Ten Most Influential Ice and Snow Tourism Festivals in China” for the 2016-1017 ice and snow season. In 2017, Chongli Ski Area also won the title of "Top Ten Winter Tourism Destination in China".

5. The Gongchangling Hot Spring Ski Resort in Liaoning Province provides tourists with the opportunity to feel warm and cold at the same time. It is understood that Gongchangling Hot Spring Ski Resort is located east of Tanghe Hot Spring. It is surrounded by mountains and quiet pine forests. Visitors can experience skiing and enjoy hot springs at the same time.