A high-altitude village in east China's Fujian Province is capitalizing on its natural resources and achievements in ecological restoration and water system management to attract visitors seeking to escape the summer heat and experience rural life.

Shaotuo Village is situated in the lush mountains and serene waters of Shouning County in the province; the picturesque landscape and pleasant climate are the primary reasons that attract many tourists to visit during the hot summer.
"Coming to Shaotuo Village feels like coming to a natural air-conditioned room, a natural oxygen bar, making people feel particularly comfortable," said visitor Wang Houhua.
Since 2016, the local government has launched a comprehensive ecological and environmental remediation of the reservoir area. At the same time, it has also expanded the reservoir water area and improved the construction of basic river and lake management facilities, such as lakeside trails and forest boardwalks.
In addition, Shaotuo Village has also optimized its old facilities, such as converting the abandoned reservoir management building into a cafe and the idle pond into a camping site, and introducing fishing, lake tours, lawn concerts and other entertainment formats.
According to statistics, Shaotuo Village has received over 150,000 tourists so far this year, and many villagers have made a living from tourism right at their doorstep.
"Currently, there are more than 200 people in the village, all of whom are engaged in homestays and agritainment," said Xu Feng, Party branch secretary of Shaotuo Village.
"The number of tourists is increasing day by day, so I converted my house into a homestay. The occupancy rate is quite high now. I'm happy to be able to make money right at home," villager Fan Zengfeng said.