The scenery in the Summer Palace is charming these days under blue, clear skies. The bluish ripples can be observed on the surface of Kunming Lake. [Photo via Beijing Daily]

Two mallards chase a tour boat. [Photo via Beijing Daily]

A distant view of the Western Hill from the eastern shore of Kunming Lake. [Photo via Beijing Daily]

A mallard rests on a stake, catching the eyes of visitors. [Photo via Beijing Daily]

A mallard rests on a stake, catching the eyes of visitors. [Photo via Beijing Daily]