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2026.09.28 19:25 GMT+8

One step at a time: Retracing the Long March on foot

Updated 2026.09.28 19:25 GMT+8
CGTN

What was it really like on the Long March? What did it take to walk thousands of kilometers in thin straw sandals back in the 1930s?

From primitive mountain trails in Huangping, Guizhou to live-action historical reenactments at Loushan Pass, the trail remains a powerful testament to human resilience. Nearly a century later, history is still written underfoot.

Join CGTN digital reporter Peng An on the trail to find out!

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