The 2005 China, Japan and South Korea International Marathon will be held on　May 15th in Qingdao.

　　As the largest single international sport competition ever held in Qingdao, the 2005 Marathon will start from the Wusi Square and end at the Hi-tech Garden in the east and the Tuandao in the west, an route that would give the participants the best chance to enjoy Qingdao's scenic spots. Besides athletes from Japan and South Korea, over 10000 athletes from China will compete in the event. The 6 kilometers long mini marathon and the 20 kilometers long halfway marathon are for any marathon lovers.