Walk for health, walk for love

In addition to being great exercise, taking a stroll can be a feel-good social activity

Physically and mentally, walking has long been regarded as one of the best ways to stay healthy and also unearth some of China's hidden delights.

Since the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, more and more Chinese have taken up walking to keep fit, which has coincided with an increase in the number walking activities that have been organized around the nation.