After efforts spanning over the past 36 years, Yundang Lake in Xiamen, Fujian province, which was once plagued by severe pollution, is now dubbed as the "city's drawing room." It features clear water and abundant aquatic life, serving as a scenic spot for residents and tourists alike.

China Daily reporter Martyn Joseph Newlands paid a visit to Xiamen and experienced the lake and the city's ecological charm.

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