On the afternoon of October 26, 2025, the “Cultural Tourism Cup” fishing competition at Niujiao Peninsula, Tingzi Lake, Jialing River, concluded successfully in Cangxi, Sichuan. This was the first cultural tourism-themed fishing event held in Cangxi, attracting 60 teams of fishing enthusiasts from Guangyuan, Nanchong, Bazhong, Mianyang, Chengdu, and other regions. Anglers competed under the blue sky and amid clear waters, creating an event that transcended the competition itself and promoted the integration of local culture and tourism.

(Competition scene, Photo by Wang Ge)

After two days of intense competition, Tian Fan from Chengdu and his partner Li Yangsheng won the gold medal with their stable performance, while the silver and bronze medals went to the pairs of Yang Xinyu and Yi Rui, and Jiang Chaohui and Chen Bo, respectively.

(Chengdu competitor Tian Fan and partner Li Yangsheng receiving the gold medal, Photo by Li Ping)

“This is my first year fully dedicated to competitive fishing, and it’s also my first time participating in this type of wild fishing competition, so winning the gold medal is a surprise for me,” said Tian Fan with a bright smile while holding the trophy. “The water quality at Tingzi Lake is clear, and the fish are active. Every cast is filled with anticipation. Even luckier, through this event, I’ve met many fellow anglers and experienced the wonderful scenery and local products of Cangxi, especially the red heart kiwifruit, which is fantastic. Next time, I’ll definitely bring my family along to both fish and travel!”

The successful hosting of this event is a vivid practice of Cangxi’s efforts to promote the integrated development of “sports + culture and tourism + agriculture.” During the event, a photography excursion was organized, with several photographers exploring places such as Zheshui Town Shanshui Village and Xunle Shuyan, capturing the new rural scenery and cultural heritage through their lenses. In the Langnan Hotel, the special local product exhibition became a window for participants to learn about Cangxi, while the scenic views of lakes and mountains featured in the event’s live broadcasts made viewers yearn for this riverside gem.

(Aerial view of Niujiao Peninsula, Photo by Lü Jiuyi)

“With mountains and water here, this is indeed a perfect place for relaxation, and I’m very happy to quietly enjoy the scenery,” said photographer Lu Mei from Chengdu. “Cangxi’s cultural tourism potential is vast, and I look forward to seeing more diverse developments.”

Although the event has concluded, a new journey for the development of Cangxi’s cultural tourism has just begun. How can we encourage more tourists to “come in” and “stay”?
“Zheshui Town will rely on Shanshui Village and Niujiao Peninsula to launch rural tourism routes focusing on ecological health, homestay experiences, and science education. We will comprehensively promote rural tourism, local cuisine, homestays, attractions, and special agricultural products through new media, truly making rural tourism in Shanshui Village thrive and enriching the local community,” said He Lingfeng, Secretary of the Party Committee of Zheshui Town.

Xiong Xinqiao, Secretary of the Party Branch and Chairman of the Cangxi County Cultural Tourism Group, stated that the local area will also focus on creating a new highland for riverside leisure along the Jialing River, building the Taiping Mountain Sunset Café, Pear Fairy Lake water sports, and low-altitude economy projects, continuously enhancing the new brand of “Leshui Jialing.”（by Wang Lulu)