BAGAN, Myanmar – Nearly 2,000 runners from 11 countries gathered at the UNESCO World Heritage site of Bagan on Dec 6, 2025, for the 7th Bagan Race – Run With History.

Organized by RVIPS and China Daily, the event served as a festival of community and charitable giving.

More than a sport competition, the event's charitable mission was highlighted at a welcome dinner before the race, where a donation of approximately 23,000 RMB ($3,252) was presented to seven local organizations supporting education, elder care, and social welfare in Bagan.

Against the backdrop of ancient pagodas, participants chose between the 10-kilometer, 5km, or 3km Junior Run.

The run featured a diverse field of international visitors, local community members, and teams from the global network of academies, creating a sense of global unity of RVIPS.

The Bagan Race is a flagship initiative of the "Run With History" movement, which aims to celebrate lesser-known heritage cities worldwide. The event demonstrated how promoting active lifestyles and preserving cultural heritage can foster international understanding.

The photos of the 7th Bagan Race are provided to China Daily.