The largest outdoor ski resort in east China's Anhui Province opened on Saturday in its capital city Hefei, drawing more than 2,000 ski-goers to enjoy the charming of winter sports.
Covering nearly 39,000 square meters, the Zhashan Ski Park features three conveyor belts and four ski runs for skiers at various levels and a special play area for children.
With a daily capacity of receiving 3,000 skiers, the ski resort has continuously improved its facilities and services to better meet the needs of skiers and enhance their experience.
"After experiencing the ski equipment here, I feel the ski boots, skis, and the entire environment are very new. The natural environment is also quite good. It will be very convenient for locals from Hefei to come skiing, as it's very close. The whole process is quick -- staff members will help skiers put on boots and teach skiers basic movements. It's very convenient and thoughtful," said Ding Shouqing, one of the skiers.
Collaborating with surrounding hot springs, homestays, and other popular scenic spots, local authorities have tried to create diversified consumption scenarios to boost the winter tourism industry.
Largest outdoor ski resort in east China's Anhui opens
Hamas announced on Saturday the start of its meetings in the Egyptian capital, Cairo, with Palestinian factions and mediators to discuss the implementation of the ceasefire agreement and the future of the Gaza Strip.
Hamas spokesperson Hazem Qassem told reporters that the meetings aim to complete what was agreed upon in the first phase, including halting "Israeli aggression and escalation, assassinations, opening the crossings, and allowing the entry of the National Committee."
Discussions will then move to seek reasonable and acceptable approaches for all parties regarding the second phase, whether it involves the entry of international forces or the Gaza technocratic committee into the enclave, or addressing the issue of Palestinian weapons, Qassem added.
He said that Hamas prioritizes the Palestinian people's interest and seeks to "remove any pretexts for Israel to resume war on the Gaza Strip."
A Hamas delegation led by its leader in Gaza, Khalil al-Hayya, along with other faction representatives, arrived in Cairo on Friday for the multi-day talks.
These developments come as the fragile October 2025 ceasefire between Hamas and Israel falters, with key provisions, including disarmament and reconstruction, yet to be implemented.
The first phase of the ceasefire included an exchange of prisoners and detainees, the entry of humanitarian aid into the strip, and the withdrawal of Israeli forces from some areas.
The United States announced in mid-January the start of the second phase of the ceasefire, which includes a complete Israeli military withdrawal, Hamas disarmament, reconstruction, and the establishment of a transitional governing body in the Gaza Strip.
Hamas says Cairo talks begin to discuss Gaza ceasefire implementation
