The operators of Yingxinyuan Cemetery in Chongming have unveiled memorials to some of the county’s most famous citizens who now lie in rest within its grounds.

Tributes to seven renowned figures, including diplomat Li Fengbao (1834-87) and China’s first ocean liner captain Chen Ganqing (1891-1953), were erected ahead of this year’s Qingming (tomb-sweeping) Festival, which falls on Sunday, though a total of 15 sculptures are planned.

According to Wu Weimin, deputy general manager, the sculptures are part of a wider program to make the cemetery more appealing to visitors, by providing an environment that is both relaxed and educational.