Nestled in Hebei Province’s Xiongan New Area, Baiyangdian Lake — dubbed the 'Pearl of North China' — is making waves with its ecological revival. Once a sprawling marshland expanded during the Northern Song Dynasty to form a 'Water Great Wall,' this ancient aquatic marvel has evolved into a climate-regulating powerhouse, storing floodwater and replenishing groundwater for centuries.
But its modern glow-up is even more impressive: Since 2017, the Chinese mainland’s ambitious Xiongan New Area project has transformed Baiyangdian’s environment. Water quality jumped from Category 5 (polluted) to Category 3 (clean enough for fishing and swimming) through relentless ecological restoration. 💧🌱
Photographer Zhou Fang’s stunning documentary dives beneath the surface, capturing vibrant aquatic life and lush plant ecosystems. Think of it as Planet Earth meets Avatar — but this magical underwater world is 100% real. 📸🐟
Once overlooked, Baiyangdian now shines as proof that sustainability and development can co-exist. Who’s adding this eco-miracle to their travel bucket list? ✈️🇨🇳
