Thousands hike in Haikou to mark intl anti-drug day

A special hiking event was held in Haikou, capital of Hainan province, on June 23, with thousands of people across the city gathered at Wanlyuyuan Park to start the walk.

The activity was held to mark the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, which falls on June 26 every year, and to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. 

People gather in Haikou on June 23 for a special hike to mark the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, as well as to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. [Photo/hinews.cn]

The procession starts their walk from Wanlyuyuan Park in Haikou. [Photo/hinews.cn]

Citizens examine the drug models to raise their anti-drug awareness. [Photo/hinews.com]