Photographers from the Taizhou Photographers Association toured Xinghua, Jiangsu province, on August 1, aiming to capture the city's summer landscapes and cultural events.
A bird's-eye view of the lotus pond in the Wanmu Hetang scenic area. [Photo/WeChat account: xinghualvyou]
Their first stop was the Wanmu Hetang, a scenic area featuring a lotus pond. Morning mist and artificial fog softened the light over the sprawling fields of lotus. The scenic area showcased boat performances and traditional cultural shows, adding a local flair. Photographers along the wooden boardwalks captured images of dew-kissed leaves and the intricate details of petals.
Next, the group visited Lizhong Water Forest, with over 100,000 trees growing from the water. They photographed the tree-lined waterways, where boatmen navigated their boats and birds dived for fish. Some visitors rode bamboo rafts through the channels, while others waited on boardwalks for the changing light.
Sports performances at Chenbao Caodang Water Sports Center. [Photo/WeChat account: xinghualvyou]
The final destination of the day was Chenbao Caodang Water Sports Center. On the lake, various sports performances and visitor interactions were in full swing. As the sun began to set, it cast a warm golden glow over the water, providing a beautiful backdrop for capturing the lively activities alongside the peaceful twilight views.
Yang Tianmin, chairman of the association, said the photographs taken during the event would be submitted to a national photographic exhibition to boost local tourism.