Over four years, Anfu River in Zhongshan's Tanzhou Town has turned from a polluted stream into a clean watercourse, boosting local incomes and embodying the concept of "green is gold."

▲Anfu River in Tanzhou Town.

▲Activities are held along Anfu River. Pictured are visitors watching a performance of salty water songs.

▲In 2025, dragon boat racing returned to Anfu River after a 20‑year hiatus.

▲The dragon boat race attracts over 10,000 spectators.

▲Visitors watch the dragon boat race by the river.

▲The dragon boat race draws many residents to watch and take photos.

▲Visitors browse food stalls beside Anfu River. (Photos by Yu Zhaoyu, Wen Bo and Wang Yun)