Skiing only caught on for ordinary Chinese in the mid-1990s in the country’s north and northeast, but has since developed into a pastime that can be practiced nationwide. Here are four resorts(度假胜地) worthy of consideration. Yabuli Ski Resort The ski resort, built on Yabuli Sun Mountain, part of the Changbai Mountain Range, is located in China’s northernmost province, Heilongjiang. It has the best snow quality, skiing trails and impressive views. Wild animals are often spotted on the site. The resort serves as the primary training centre for China’s national teams. It also has a trail vertical drop from 200 meters to 1,200 meters with an average drop of 700 meters. What’s cool: The largest ski resort in China. Beijing Huaibei International Ski Resort This is a great destination for snowboarders and skiers to escape the rush life of the city and is a large recreational spot that boasts excellent ski slopes, world-class facilities, beautiful natural scenery, as well as convenient accommodation and dining services. Travelers are also able to take a bird’s eye view of the Great Wall by catching a cable car along 1,200 meters. What’s cool: Close to the Great Wall and Beijing’s largest ski resort. Shennongjia Ski Resort Opened in 2004, the ski resort is located in the inland of Shennongjia. It covers an area of 100,000 square meters and is only 0.5 km from the Shennongjia National Nature Reserve. There are ski tracks for beginners and more than 20 coaches for tourists. While experiencing the excitement of skiing, people can also admire Shennongjia’s distinctive scenery of countless different odd mountain valleys, unknown beautiful flowers and plants. What’s cool: Largest winter sports complex for skiers from South and Central China. Changbai Mountain Ski Resort The ski resort is an ideal place for skiing and ice-skating because of its well-constructed ski tracks, comprehensive winter sports training facilities and breathtaking environment. Enthusiasts can also choose other activities including motor skiing, sleigh skiing, shooting and hunting. The area’s natural hot springs are another attraction of the resort. What’s cool: The resort is located in the heart of Changbai Mountain Nature Reserve’s thick forest and has natural hot springs. 小题1: The passage is intended to ______.
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