Autumn brings a vibrant mix of colors, harvest activity and relaxing moments to Nantong. From flower-filled parks and golden fields to lakeside views and historic streets, five snapshots capture the season's charm and the rhythms of everyday life across the city.

On Oct 22, seasonal flowers brighten Zhouji Menghuan Island in Tongzhou district, creating a colorful landscape beneath the autumn sky. [Photo by Qu Dejun to en.nantong.gov.cn]

On Oct 22, at Jiangxinsha Farm, farmers pick and sort green beans before packing them for transport as the setting sun casts a warm glow over the fields. [Photo by Song Wubin to en.nantong.gov.cn]

On Oct 21, preparations are underway for a chrysanthemum market themed around floral art at the Beishi Scenic Area in Tangzha Ancient Town, Chongchuan district. [Photo by Yuan Dejun to en.nantong.gov.cn]

On Oct 17, families enjoy the scenery at Zilang Lake in the urban area of Nantong, where blue skies, clear waters and modern landmarks create a picturesque backdrop. A child takes a photo of their parents at a popular lakeside photo spot. [Photo by Lu Jingui to en.nantong.gov.cn]

On Oct 7, at Topu Beach Park in Haimen district, pink muhly grass spreads across the landscape like a soft pink sea, drawing visitors for a stroll amid the feathery blooms. [Photo by Huang Shichun to en.nantong.gov.cn]