Yangzhou saw a surge in spring tourism on the first weekend as the city hosts a home match of the 2026 Jiangsu Football City League.

Yangzhou, a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy, saw 16 of its restaurants make the 2026 Michelin Guide for Shanghai, Jiangsu and Zhejiang, released on April 9.

Chinese tea is probably the favorite thing for Derek Poskin, who comes from the United States and has been living in Yangzhou, Jiangsu province, for more than nine years.

The annual Slender West Lake Flower Festival opened on April 8 and will run until May 8, offering a poetic and vibrant spring experience for visitors.

During the Qingming Festival holiday and spring break, Yangzhou launched a rich lineup of cultural and tourism activities focused on boosting the spring economy, welcoming visitors eager to enjoy the beautiful spring scenery.