Mongolian chess takes center stage
(chinadaily.com.cn)
Updated: 2017-07-19
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Mongolian chess players compete at the Ninth Traditional Sports of Ethnic Groups in Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia autonomous region on July 15. A series of Mongolian chess contests attracted nearly 100 competitors to earn the coveted prizes alongside to showcase their proficiency in the ancient game, being a part of the Ninth Traditional Sports of Ethnic Groups. [Photo/people.cn] |
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A traditional Mongolian chess board with pieces designed to resemble aspects of grassland culture. A series of Mongolian chess contests attracted nearly 100 competitors to earn the coveted prizes alongside to showcase their proficiency in the ancient game, being a part of the Ninth Traditional Sports of Ethnic Groups. [Photo/people.cn] |
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Chess players from all walks of life compete in the Mongolian traditional sports event on July 15. A series of Mongolian chess contests attracted nearly 100 competitors to earn the coveted prizes alongside to showcase their proficiency in the ancient game, being a part of the Ninth Traditional Sports of Ethnic Groups. [Photo/people.cn] |
High-speed train debuts in Inner Mongolia
A bullet train departed Hohhot East Railway Station for Ulanqab marking the start of high-speed rail services using Inner Mongolia’s first newly-laid high-speed railway on Aug 3.
