A pocket park in Hai'an, Nantong. [Photo/WeChat account: hafbwx]

Spring in Hai'an is vibrant and full of life. Since its official opening in 2024, the city's newest pocket park, Butterfly Garden, has become a popular spot for residents. Children can be seen playing in the sunken playground, digging in the sand with joy, and exploring the interactive educational wall about butterflies. Nearby, table tennis enthusiasts swing their paddles with energy, adding to the lively atmosphere.

Ouniao Park, with its lush willow trees and thriving aquatic plants, provides a serene escape where birds can often be seen soaring above the water.

The largest pocket park, Yunshui Park, is a hidden green oasis amid the bustling city. It offers a jogging track, a football field, a children's play area, and a waterside platform. Children immerse themselves in play while parents find moments of relaxation.

Hai'an has been actively enhancing its urban greenery. Over the past five years, the city has built 19 pocket parks and expanded or renovated 925,400 square meters of green space. The per capita parkland continues to grow, making the city greener and more livable for its residents.