When touring Liaocheng city in East China's Shandong province, be sure to stop by Dongchang Lake. The lake boasts ancient buildings, clear waters and a pleasant natural environment, and draws hordes of visitors all year long to admire its picturesque landscapes.  

Boat cruises on Dongchang Lake are a great way to appreciate the lake's picturesque landscapes. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

An aerial photo displays Dongchang Lake's pleasant natural environment in Liaocheng, Shandong province. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

A night view of Dongchang Lake [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

The Dongchang Lake scenic area is located in the downtown area of Liaocheng. It covers a total area of 6.3 square kilometers and a shoreline of 16 kilometers. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Dongchang Lake boasts picturesque landscapes in Liaocheng, Shandong province. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]