In Jingyan's Tianmushan subdistrict, the Shanshui Community's Dantang River has blossomed into a stunning lotus pond, drawing crowds of residents and visitors.
Once a neglected ditch, the site underwent a remarkable transformation in 2022. Tianmushan subdistrict's authorities revitalized the area through dredging, slope reinforcement, and the strategic planting of ornamental lotus flowers, turning the wasteland into a picturesque pond. The addition of fitness equipment along the banks has made it a popular spot for leisure and exercise.
In 2024, Shanshui Community further enhanced the area by converting three mu (0.2 hectares) of adjacent land into a vegetable garden, infusing the landscape with a sense of rustic charm. Today, the lotus pond has become a bustling internet-famous destination in Tianmushan subdistrict, serving as an example of how to revive a once-forgotten resource and deliver joy and beauty to the community.
Lotus bloom in Dantang River. [Photo/WeChat account: jyrmzf]