Hidden within the Seven Rivers and Eight Islands scenic area of Yangzhou Biodiverse Sci-Tech City, Tangli Bay is known by locals as the "Maldives of Yangzhou" for its sandy beaches, open waters, and peaceful atmosphere away from the city bustle.

Visitors enjoy an artificial beach at Tangli Bay. [Photo/WeChat account: Yangzhou-fabu]
The heart of Tangli Bay is an ancient, heart-shaped birch-leaf pear tree. When the tree reaches peak bloom in spring, its blossoms shimmer beneath the sun like snowflakes.

People cycle by birch-leaf pear trees at Tangli Bay. [Photo/WeChat account: Yangzhou-fabu]
For camping enthusiasts, the area's wide open lawns are perfect for pitching a tent, laying out a picnic blanket, and spending a relaxing day with family and friends.

Camping tents are put up at Tangli Bay. [Photo/WeChat account: Yangzhou-fabu]
After an upgrade, Tangli Bay is now even more fun to explore. Large ponds and a lake have been opened for fishing, becoming ideal spots to sit back and relax.
A new cafe has also been added, serving coffee, tea, and light meals.
As dusk falls, the setting sun melts into gold, dyeing the lake and sand in warm shades of orange.
Tangli Bay is completely free and easy to get to. During the just-concluded May Day holiday, it received 20,000 visitors, a testament to its strong appeal.