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Ton-class eVTOL completes crewed test flights in Zigong

The VOLANT VE25-100, a ton-class manned electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, has successfully completed its first round of crewed test flights at Zigong Aviation Industrial Park.

Zigong positions itself as regional sports hub

Zigong hosted the opening ceremony for the fifth Sichuan-Chongqing Sports Tourism and Leisure Consumption Season on Oct. 16, alongside the 15th Zigong Games and 12th Zigong Senior Games, as the city advances its ambition to become a "City of Sports Events."

Zigong tops Southern Sichuan Division with 3-1 win over Ziyang

The Zigong Lantern City Shenlong Football Team secured a 3-1 home victory against the Ziyang Dental Valley Team in the fourth round of the Sichuan City Football League (Chuan Chao League) on Oct. 12.

Zigong welcomes over 1m visitors during National Day and Mid-Autumn holiday

During the 2025 National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival holiday from Oct 1-8, Zigong experienced a significant tourism surge under the theme "Marvelous Zigong: Exploring the Land of Dinosaurs."

Fourth Zigong Intl Dinosaur Culture Tourism Festival kicks off

The Fourth Zigong International Dinosaur Culture Tourism Festival kicked off on Sept. 30 under the theme "Marvelous Zigong: Exploring the Land of Dinosaurs."

'Tianfu People's Stage' Southern Sichuan Showcase held in Rong county

The 2025 Sichuan "Tianfu People's Stage" Southern Sichuan Showcase was held in Rong county, Zigong, on Sept. 29, bringing together a rich blend of music, folk culture and community traditions.

Zigong football team makes debut in Sichuan league

The Zigong Lantern City Shenlong Team has kicked off their debut season in the 2025-26 Sichuan City Football League, also known as "Chuanchao," following a send-off ceremony on Sept. 26 at Nanhu Sports Center.

Zigong reopens Historic Ziliujing Old Street after major renovation

Zigong's Ziliujing Old Street reopened Sept. 28 after a major renovation, reviving the city's connection to its salt heritage along the Fuxi River.

Rong county showcases cultural tourism highlights

Rong county announced its activities for Zigong's 2025 "Enjoy Salt City, Start Your Journey" tourism campaign at a press conference on Sept. 23.

Yantan district launches autumn cultural tourism season

Yantan district presented its portion of the city-wide "Enjoy Salt City, Start Your Journey" tourism campaign at a press conference on Sept. 24, promoting the area's salt heritage, sports events, local cuisine and community experiences.