It is summer in China, and Xiamen, the famed coastal city in southeast Fujian Province that historically played a key role in the Chinese exploring trade opportunities abroad, has its dog days' features on full display. It is hot and humid despite the sea breeze, and lush, ripe mangos dangle tantalizingly from bent tree branches. The bike lanes are deserted, except for a stream of diehard afternoon runners, since Xiamen is also famous for its marathons.
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