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Who needs a beach vacation when sunlight can conjure a seascape in the heart of Beijing? This week, visitors to Ditan Park—a historic gem in the Chinese mainland’s capital—discovered nature’s version of a ‘special effect’: afternoon rays filtering through trees to create shimmering, wave-like patterns on the ground, dubbed ‘The Seascape of Ditan.’
The phenomenon, described by netizens as a ‘golden key’ unlocking an imaginary ocean, has gone viral. Locals and tourists alike are flocking to snap photos of the illusion, proving you don’t need coastlines to feel the magic of the sea.
Experts say the effect relies on precise angles of sunlight and overlapping shadows, turning ordinary park pathways into a stage for nature’s ‘magical play.’ One visitor joked, ‘It’s like Beijing’s answer to the Northern Lights—just add sunshine!’
For urban adventurers and culture buffs, this fleeting wonder blends science and poetry. So grab your phone (and sunscreen!)—this inland ‘seascape’ won’t last forever!
Ditan Park’s ‘Golden Key’ Unlocks Magical Seaside in Beijing!
This week, visitors to Ditan Park—a historic gem in the Chinese mainland’s capital—discovered nature’s version of a ‘special effect’: afternoon rays filtering through trees to create shimmering, wave-like patterns on the ground, dubbed ‘The Seascape of Ditan.’ 
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