For millennia, the lotus has represented the arrival of summer in China. As the first blooms gently unfurl across the tranquil waters in Nantong, the city transforms into a living painting of pink and green. This weekend, step into the romance of the season — where each petal tells a story, and every pond invites a moment of timeless wonder.

From urban gardens to rural landscapes, here are the top destinations in Nantong to experience the blossoms at their best.

Lotus flowers along the Haohe River. [Photo/Nantong Daily]