White bullet trains at the Nantong Electric Multiple Unit Depot are set against golden rice fields on Oct 31, blending modern transportation with the scenic autumn countryside to create a harmonious scene of industry and nature. [Photo by Cao Jihong/en.nantong.gov.cn]

Workers take advantage of clear weather to harvest rice on Oct 27 at Haimen Jiangxinsha Farm, quickly preparing the land for re-cultivation and ensuring a smooth transition to autumn planting. [Photo by Song Wubin/en.nantong.gov.cn]

Under clear skies at Nantong Urban Agriculture Park, several large harvesters operate overnight to collect rice on Oct 24, ensuring a plentiful harvest. [Photo by Cao Ran/en.nantong.gov.cn]

Wenfeng Park in downtown Nantong is filled with the scent of chrysanthemums on Oct 31, drawing both residents and tourists. [Photo by Sun Jingfu/en.nantong.gov.cn]

At Nantong Zhouji Menghuan Island, the holiday season features the kochia grass at its most vibrant, forming clusters and waves of color like spilled paint across the land on Oct 4. A small red train gently moves through this colorful sea. [Photo by Fan Kaiyu/en.nantong.gov.cn]

The sides of Yingmei Road along the river in Rugao are lined with vividly colored Chinese tallow trees on Nov 5, creating a stunning autumn scene in the city. [Photo by Wu Shujian/en.nantong.gov.cn]

The Langshan Mountain Scenic Area in Nantong is in full autumn splendor on Nov 8, with trees wearing their colorful autumn attire, enchanting visitors with the beauty of the season. [Photo by Lu Ping/en.nantong.gov.cn]