Undated photos show scenes from daily life in Baiyangdian, including fishing, playing table tennis, harvesting reeds and making boats, as well as festive celebrations in the region. Baiyangdian, one of the largest freshwater wetlands in north China, is in Anxin County, Hebei Province. Chinese officials announced an ambitious plan for the Xiongan New Area that spans Xiongxian, Rongcheng and Anxin counties, eventually covering 2,000 square kilometers. There’s no question the rural backwater will see enormous growth in years to come. (Photo/ctpphoto)
