A bird's eye view of Dongzhou Park. [Photo/WeChat account: hafbwx]

The sky is clear and the air is fresh and crisp in Hai'an, Nantong, making this the best time to go an outing with friends and family.

Where to spend such a pleasant time? Here are some recommended places in the city.

Xintongyang River

Xintongyang River connects Jianghuai Culture Park, Guangfu Temple and a forest park and along the river, there is a 3.2-kilometer running path. With dense greenery and colorful flowers on both sides, runners or walkers on the path always have a good spirit.

Dongzhou Park

Built in the downtown area, Dongzhou Park, the green lung of Hai'an, features winding rivers and dense forest cover.

Qixing Lake Park. [Photo/WeChat account: hafbwx]

Shanghu Park

The park is suitable for nearby residents to camp, take a stroll, ride a bicycle, and get together. Strolling or riding along the lake in the park, one can encounter a vast stretch of pink muhly grass, or, at sunset, watch the lake covered with golden light.

Qixing Lake Park

The name of Qixing Lake Park, or Seven Stars Park, comes from its seven small islands surrounding a square. In the park, people can take a walk along a greenpath, chitchat at a pavilion, or just enjoy the brisk breeze beside the lake.