New path is a cycle of true progress

In order to ease traffic congestion, Xiamen introduced China's first elevated bicycle path in its downtown area and about 5,000 people use it each day as they commute between their homes and offices.

The 7.6-kilometer path went into operation in January along Yunding Street on an overpass structure near the express bus lanes.

It is open from 6:30 am to 10:30 pm and, at 4.8 meters wide, it has two lanes in opposite directions. Cyclists can detour or take a break at designated points. It connects three industrial parks, five communities and three shopping malls.