The ever-rising temperatures in Nantong city, in East China's Jiangsu province, have made Binjiang swimming pool – located by the Yangtze River – a popular destination to escape the summer heat. [Photo/Nantong Daily]

Situated in the Langshan National Forest Park in Chongchuan district – the main urban area of Nantong – it is the largest outdoor pool in the city. The pool covers an area of 8,500 square meters and there is also a man-made beach covering more than 10,000 sq m. [Photo/Nantong Daily]

Visitors have fun in the cool water. [Photo/Nantong Daily]