First Polar Aquarium in Guizhou Set to Wow Visitors

Visitors walk at a polar aquarium, the first of its kind, in Guiyang, Guizhou province, during its trial operation on Monday.

Dolphins perform in a pool.

Visitors shoot photos of a manta ray swimming over a tunnel in the aquarium on Monday.

Visitors take photos of marine animals in the aquarium.

People share a moment of intimacy with a white whale.

Penguins are one of the attractions.

A dolphin swims in the pool.

Aquarium employees pose for a group photo with visitors.

The aquarium is home to polar and marine animals, including polar bears, whales and dolphins, as well as endangered species such as Yangtze alligator, Chinese sturgeon, and giant salamander. It is set to open officially this week.