130 pilots paragliding in the sky of Sa Thay

Paragliding pilot flies over the mountains of Sa Thay - Kon Tum - Photo: NGOC LAM

On March 22, in Sa Thay district, the Kon Tum extended paragliding tournament with the theme " Discovering the great forest - Sa Thay 2024" kicked off.

130 domestic and international paragliding pilots competed. Among them, many pilots came from countries such as China, Korea, and Japan.

At this tournament, pilots compete in two categories: precision landing and XC long-distance paragliding.

Notably, the XC paragliding competition has been upgraded to an international competition. Therefore, athletes participating in this event will be awarded cumulative points to be able to participate in other international competitions.

Besides the main competition, visitors to Sa Thay this time can also watch Para moto performances (motorized parachutes, flag-raising, smoke-releasing) and cultural and culinary activities on the sidelines.

The tournament will last until March 24.

This event is part of the Kon Tum Cultural Tourism Week 2024 which is taking place.

It is known that this is the third time the paragliding competition has taken place on Sa Thay mountain.

Towards a national paragliding destination

Speaking to the press, Mr. Duong Quang Phuc - Chairman of the People's Committee of Sa Thay district - said that the district is aiming to become a national paragliding destination, by continuously hosting this type of sport.

The event is expected to attract tourists, create opportunities to promote local images, and create leverage for developing eco-tourism and exploring nature.

The pilot starts the paraglider, preparing to fly - Photo: NGOC LAM

Paraglider flying over the mountains of Kon Tum - Photo: NGOC LAM

TAN LUC - NGOC LAM

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