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A night view of the Grand Canal in Yangzhou, East China's Jiangsu province. [Photo/WeChat account: yzs_lyj]
Here are some of the things that residents of Yangzhou, East China's Jiangsu province do the summer.
Riding a pleasure craft
Pleasure craft rides on Slender West Lake are particularly popular during the summer as they offer people a chance to enjoy the breeze, listen to songs sung by boatwomen and appreciate the scenery.
A night tour of the Grand Canal
A leisurely stroll along the Grand Canal at night is one of the most popular summer activities in Yangzhou. Visitors can also ride a raft to enjoy the beautiful night views.
A bamboo forest
Geyuan Garden, a private residential house known for its bamboo plantation, offers guests a cool summer retreat.
Having a barbecue
Summer is best time of the year for Yangzhou residents to indulge in hearty barbeques.
Crawfish
The crawfish is the most popular summer snack in Yangzhou and goes well with an ice-cold mug of beer.
Rafting
Residents can often be found rafting in the Tianle Lake summer resort during the summer.
A night run
Break out a sweat and admire the scenery with a run along the Yunhe Sanwan scenic area.
