Lishui city in East China's Zhejiang province witnessed a strong recovery in its tourist arrivals during the recent Spring Festival holiday, as pent-up demand was unleashed after China optimized its COVID-19 response measures.

Let's check out some of the most popular scenic spots during the break in the city.

A lively and colorful parade takes place in the Guyan Huaxiang Scenic Area in the city's Liandu district. The scenic area provided a feast of culture for visitors during the break. [Photo/WeChat account: ls-mnews]

Folks board a ferry at the Shimen Cave Scenic Area in Qingtian county. According to statistics, in the first three days of the Spring Festival holiday, more than 15,000 tourists visited the scenic area, much higher than the previous year. [Photo/WeChat account: ls-mnews]

Tourists marvel at the sea of cloud at dawn at the Yunhe Terrace Scenic Area in Lishui's Yunhe county. [Photo/WeChat account: ls-mnews]

Visitors check out a root carving masterpiece at the Qingyuan Folklore Museum in Qingyuan county, Lishui. The museum opened free to the public during the break. [Photo/WeChat account: ls-mnews]