A single freelance writer in Wuhan has sparked an online storm by setting up a website that promotes premarital virginity, Chutian Times newspaper reported.

Prevalent premarital sex has driven Tu Shiyou to set up a website dedicated to promote virginity ahead of a wedding.

While some are doubtful about Tu's intention of establishing such a website, some say they are respectful. "Tu Shiyou has a good intention, but it's not practical," the paper quoted a college professor as saying.

Tu, 38, has never been in a relationship. After her friend expressed disbelief toward her virginity, she acquired proof of her virginity from the hospital and released it on her micro blog account.