Participants ran along Qiantang River and crossed Yuhuang Mountain to be greeted by breathtaking scenery in Hangzhou in this most beautiful season.Hangzhou Marathon 2017 officially kicked off at the Huanglong Sports Centre at 7:30 am on November 5 as the starting pistol went off. As many as 35,000 runners from 56 countries and regions participated in this annual race, reveling in the beauty of China's most beautiful track. Hangzhou Marathon is a combination of the former West Lake International Marathon and the Hangzhou International Friendship Westlake Marathon. Starting in 1987, this annual event has been held for the 31^st time. With marathons gaining popularity in China, Hangzhou Marathon, featuring the most beautiful scenic views along its route, sees its reputation rising among runners.