Tidal creeks weave beauty on Yellow River shores

Photo taken on Nov. 11, 2025, captures the seasonal water level drop of the Yellow River in the Wanrong section of Yuncheng City, Shanxi Province. Across the vast tidal flats, crisscrossing river branches and tidal creeks carved by water erosion resemble an exquisitely crafted "sand painting forest" - with stretching branches and distinct veins. The golden tidal flats and azure river water set off each other in perfect harmony, composing a magnificent panorama of the great river. (Yang Jianfeng/Guangming Pictures)

Photo taken on Nov. 11, 2025, captures the seasonal water level drop of the Yellow River in the Wanrong section of Yuncheng City, Shanxi Province. Across the vast tidal flats, crisscrossing river branches and tidal creeks carved by water erosion resemble an exquisitely crafted "sand painting forest" - with stretching branches and distinct veins. The golden tidal flats and azure river water set off each other in perfect harmony, composing a magnificent panorama of the great river. (Yang Jianfeng/Guangming Pictures)