The sidewalks for the blind in northeast China’s Shenyang city were seen with zigzag angles and parking infractions, which made it difficult and precarious for blind people to navigate. /Caixin Photo

Similar situations were also found in other cities across the country, with even worse examples of paths leading into trees, holes and other barriers. /Caixin Photo

The number of blind people in China is estimated to be the largest and account for 18% in the world, according to statistics in 2014. /Caixin Photo

There is still a long way to go in terms of providing better and more standard facilities towards those with visual impairments. /Caixin Photo