Explore hometown of lotus root in Baoying

Join Laura as she explores the "Hometown of Lotus Root" in Baoying county of Yangzhou, East China's Jiangsu province.

With a staggering 250,000 mu (16,667 hectare) dedicated to lotus root cultivation in peak years, Baoying is a treasure trove of this versatile crop. From planting and processing to leisure and sightseeing, the lotus root industry here generates over 4 billion yuan (about $564 million) annually. Click the video to see Baoying through Laura's eyes and uncover the richness of this incredible region.