People run through colored powder at Fenhe Park in Taiyuan, capital of Shanxi province, on May 21. A City Park Color Run Challenge was held in the park, attracting more than 700 runners. Both a 5.5 kilometer and an 11.88-km route were available for runners –– to appeal to participants of different abilities. The former route was designed for amateurs, with the latter aimed at competitors. [Photo/Shanxi Daily]

A spectator covers a runner in colored powder during the City Park Color Run Challenge held at Fenhe Park in Taiyuan, capital of Shanxi province, on May 21. The powder is made from corn, which is non-toxic and easy to clean. [Photo/Shanxi Daily]