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Chapter 24 Hunan·Splendid Rujuan
Dongting Lake

In central Hunan, you can see water, forests, and beautiful scenery. Just that delicate font can unfold an ink painting scroll.The picture scroll instantly transformed back to the whole Hunan.The people who come here are all "drunkards". During their travels, what they care about is the beauty of the mountains and rivers. The beauty is intoxicating, and the scenery is intoxicating.

In that beautiful scenery, even the little sails in the water were dyed with the grass fragrance of reeds, and the whole lake surface was extremely beautiful.

Between heaven and earth, Dongting Lake lies beautifully there.There are blue sky and white clouds above, accompanied by reeds below, and the breeze blows, like a soft kiss gently brushing the cheeks of Dongting Lake.

Dongting Lake is the second largest freshwater lake in China, located in the north of Hunan and on the south bank of the Yangtze River.Since ancient times, the flat and fertile soil has nourished the residents on the shore.There is a saying, "Dongting is full of water in the world".Indeed, the climate here is mild in all seasons and there is abundant rainfall, so the large rice fields and cotton fields along the coast can grow into a large and unique landscape of prosperity.

In ancient times, Dongting Lake had many names, and "Yunmengze" was one of them. "Steaming clouds and dreaming water, waves shaking Yueyang Tower" was once a famous sentence written by Meng Haoran, and it is also a description of Dongting Lake.Dongting Lake was originally connected by four lakes with different scenery, and there is a saying that "there is a lake outside Dongting Lake, and there are mountains in the lake".

In the humid air in the morning, drive a small boat, take a boat on the lake, feel the subtle wind, and watch the wind blow the morning dew, and blow the dew into the water of Dongting Lake. Such a subtle beauty makes people feel excited. A ripple.

In the evening, schools of fish jumped out of the water one after another, and it was a different scene when gulls and herons dived.The fisherman's song resounds by the lake, the sound of oars is endless, and everything is like a dream, and this scene must be frozen in the depths of memory.

While looking at the scenery in Dongting, countless legendary stories surfaced.In the vast history like mist, there are countless stories hidden in it. When you see it, it is as real as face to face.

Concerned about the country and the people, Qu Yuan once strolled by the lake, leaving behind eternal and beautiful poems.Over the past few years, countless literati have traveled here, not only to appreciate the beauty, but also to leave popular poems.Since then, Dongting Lake has become more poetic, more elegant and beautiful.

Because of human beings, history can collide with Dongting, and human and nature can be perfectly combined; because of human beings, the lightly scudding oar can show leisurely, elegant and romantic demeanor.

This is the water of Dongting Lake, and the scenery along the lake is beautiful and picturesque.When the waterfowls are soaring, when hundreds of boats are fighting for the water, the water and the sky are the same color, and the majestic posture is condensed into crystals.

Zhangjiajie

In a fantastic majestic show, the uncanny workmanship of nature is brought into full play.Even after traveling thousands of times, I still can't get rid of the clouds and mists in my heart...

Everywhere in the green mountains, Zhangjiajie stands quietly.Within the area of ​​36000 mu, there are more than 2000 peaks of different sizes, almost all of which rise abruptly.Surrounded by knives and axes, there are pointed cones and columns, thousands of peaks competing for strangeness, and blurred clouds and humid air rushing towards us.

There are layers upon layers of lush greenery, and the eyes are full of "stalagmites" of different shapes.Strange peaks and rocks are erected around Zhangjiajie, some are like "giant reefs" rushing towards you, some are like "vicious sharks" jumping into the sky, some are like "mace sticks" in Qin Ming's hands, and some are like "mace" in Qin Ming's hands. The "Dinghai Shenzhen Needle" requested by Monkey King.It appears and disappears from time to time, confusing and confusing.

Huangshizhai is the place with the most beautiful scenery in Zhangjiajie. Tianshu Treasure Box, Dinghaishenzhen, Nantianyizhu, Jinhai Tangui, etc. are all scenic spots made by nature. They are not only beautiful, but also have many beautiful legends and stories. Listen, look. It seems that people have entered the magical mythical world.

At the star-picking platform in Huangshizhai, it seems that you can really reach out to pick up the stars in the sky, stretch out your arms, and a poem appears in your mind-don't dare to speak loudly, for fear of frightening the heavenly people.Standing quietly on the star picking platform, closing your eyes and making a wish, feeling the tranquility in your heart, it seems that you have really entered the world of sleepwalking.

The Golden Whip Creek is another must-see place in Zhangjiajie. The Golden Whip Stream is named after it is located under the Golden Whip Rock.Golden Whip Rock is a mountain peak. From the foot of the mountain to the top of the rock, it is composed of many stone pillar-like peaks. One of the stone pillars hangs high like a towering golden whip, soaring into the sky. It is said that this is Qin Shihuang. The whip thrown here, is magnificent and full of masculinity.The Golden Whip Rock is close to a huge peak that looks like an eagle, spreading its wings in the air, forming a magical scene of "the eagle protecting the golden whip".

Under the Golden Whip Rock, there is a beautiful and narrow stream, which is the Golden Whip Stream.Golden Whip Creek has a long stream of clear water all year round, and the tree-lined road beside the stream winds along the stream. There are mountain peaks on both sides of the stream, crystal clear stream water, and pebbles of various colors in the stream, shining in the water.The woods and grass beside the stream constitute a leisurely place for browsing.

home sacrifice
When you come to Zhangjiazhai, you must not miss the scenery of Husband and Wife Rock.Legend has it that there is a hard-working couple in the Tujia village. They love each other and plant trees and forests together all the year round to benefit the world.The husband was thrown into the water prison of Huanglong Cave, and the wife was thrown into the boiler stove.Feeling pity for the Jade Emperor, he placed the two at the source of the Golden Whip Stream - Husband and Wife Rock, as a model for couples in the world.

Looking at the two huge peaks in the distance, they look like a couple, head to head, body to body, hair, nose, eyes, lips are lifelike, even eyebrows and teeth can be clearly seen, the man is handsome, the woman His eyebrows are beautiful.According to legend, anyone who pays homage to the Husband and Wife Rock will receive shelter in love.

Zhangjiajie, who would have thought that there would be such gentleness among the mountains and rocks?This fantastic and handsome region seems to have received the special grace of the heavens, which makes people sigh and linger constantly when they travel.Even after leaving, I still read it in my mouth. When I dreamed back at midnight, I confused the present and the past, and once again fell in love with its beauty.

Tujia people offer sacrifices to the God of Land to pray for the prosperity of the grain and livestock in the coming year, and at the same time, to protect the safety of the villagers and drive away evil.For sacrifices, Tujia people are very devout, and in a small area, every village has at least one earth temple.Some are built with marble, and some are built with shag boards, but the purpose of building is to pray.

Hengshan
Mount Heng is dark and dark, looking down at Canopus in Antarctica.

Hui Biao blows away the snow from the five peaks, and often flies down the Dongting.

——Li Bai

Looking at Hengshan Mountain, it is lush and green, wild flowers are blooming beautifully, and green grass is stretching happily.The stone-paved path and the gurgling stream are like an ethereal piece of music, which penetrates into the heart and makes people feel refreshed.

The scenery closest to Mount Heng is called "Fanyin Valley".It was a place filled with celestial music. Buddhist music floated in the air faintly, and the melody was mellow and smooth.Listening to that song, it seemed that the ups and downs in my heart gradually receded, and my mood became extremely calm.

A white board bridge suddenly appeared in sight, and there was an antique small pavilion.The small golden fish faintly reflected in the lake under the bridge, playing freely in the warm lake water.It seems that all living beings are enjoying the most back-to-basic rest in a pleasant scenery.

For a long time, Hengshan has been famous as a religious holy place, and the incense is flourishing, and there is a ray of fragrance everywhere.Being in such an environment, all mundane thoughts are retreated, and only piety and holiness are in my heart.Come here with a good wish to burn a stick of incense, and pray for the happiness of your family and the well-being of your friends.

In Hengshan, whether it is the Shenzhou Ancestral Temple or the Magu Fairyland, or the Bamboo Forest Taoist Temple and the Xuandu Temple, just listening to the names, the pious state of mind already feels somewhat detached.Every worship is a purification of the soul.

After several hours of climbing, we finally reached the top of the mountain.If it is early in the morning, watching the rising sun in the east, and shouting out the words in your heart towards the rising sun, this scene will be remembered for a lifetime.

Before leaving, I came to Zhurong Hall, which is the ultimate yearning in the minds of countless tourists who come to visit.Hengshan Mountain in the early morning, it was a small hall but it was extraordinarily lively.No matter men, women, old or young, they all bowed devoutly in front of the Buddha. Amidst the smoke, batch after batch of pilgrims went on and on, all for the magic here.According to legend, the incense here is very efficacious. If you don’t believe me, look at the pennant hanging high, with the handwriting "Responsive to requests" on it very eye-catching.

Although there is not much money for incense, it is a heart after all.And burning incense here is actually to find a home for the soul, maintain a holy innocence, and be loyal to the heart and self in the turmoil of the world.

Shuiliandong

When I visited Hengshan, I felt grateful in my heart.Second visit Hengshan, pray for success.The sun shines on the face through the shade of the tree, and the warm breath blows over the face.In this rare green, the soul has become more pure.

Shuilian Cave is located at the foot of Hengshan Mountain.The curtain shadow hangs high, and the waterfall is like a waterfall.Bi Tian, ​​a poet of the Song Dynasty, once sang a poem specifically to praise the wonder of the Water Curtain Cave: "Flying streams hang from the gate of the cave thousands of feet, and the curtain of broken jade beads sprays cold autumn; I don't know who got it in ancient and modern times, and the green radish is the hook with the moon."

Phoenix Ancient City
In Shen Congwen's writing, the beautiful place Fenghuang is just like the protagonist Cuicui in the book, revealing innocence and mystery everywhere.

It is said that there are two catastrophic but unyielding races in the world. The history of their Mengdong River is almost written by war and migration. That is, the Mengdong River in China is located in a scenic spot in the ancient city of Fenghuang. The total length is more than 100 kilometers.The scenic area covers an area of ​​255 square kilometers, and both sides of Pinghu Lake are full of towering stone walls and towering ancient trees.Here, there are 15 scenic spots such as Broken Arm Rock, Xiaolong Cave, and Fairy Gorge for people to visit one by one.

Hmong and Jews scattered around the world.The clever Miao people took root in Fenghuang, looking at the reflection of the emerald Nanhua foothills in the river every day, listening to the evening drums and morning bells in the mountains, living a life like a fairy.And Fenghuang, a land of mountains and rivers, also bred generations of Miao people.

Tuojiang River is the spirit of Phoenix. It quietly separates the residential houses on both sides of Phoenix.As its name suggests, Hongqiao is like a long rainbow spanning the Tuojiang River.Hongqiao was built in the Hongwu period of the Ming Dynasty. It is the largest existing ancient bridge in Fenghuang, and it is also the most prosperous place in Fenghuang today.

A hundred meters to the right of Hongqiao stands an ancient city tower, commonly known as "North Gate Tower".Now it is bustling with people from Fenghuang who set up small stalls everywhere, selling Fenghuang's special products.The water of the Tuojiang River is mixed with all kinds of cries with a strong Xiang accent, which makes you really feel that Fenghuang is a small town of fireworks.

Among the Phoenix buildings, the most charming one is the stilted building by the Tuojiang River.There are two forms of stilted buildings in Fenghuang, one is built on the hillside; the other is Linjiang stilted buildings next to the Tuojiang River.Among them, the Diaojiaolou in Linjiang is the most charming. The clear river flows under your feet, green as a ribbon, giving you a wonderful and miraculous feeling.

The nearby trees hide the distant mountains, the sound of beating clothes breaks the stone bridge, the waterwheel has been silent for decades, and the small boats pass by, and the ripples are gentle and shallow.People who live here played in the river in their childhood, and basked in the sun by the river when they were old.

Deben
The four seasons are like spring and the climate is pleasant. If I can choose, I hope to become that delicate and beautiful Miao girl in the next life, singing folk songs and shuttling between stilted buildings in a beautiful and charming scenery.

Miaozhai Deben, as one of the most unique scenery in Hunan, has attracted the attention of too many tourists because of its uniqueness.Bowl carts and ancient ferries grow comfortably and contentedly at the foot of the towering cliffs, and every time they touch it, it is a kind of tranquility of "picking chrysanthemums under the eastern fence and seeing Nanshan leisurely".

In Miao language, the meaning of "Debang" is translated as "beautiful canyon".As an authentic rural style in China, the beauty of Diaojiaolou is always fascinating.Raise a small boat, rippling in the beauty like a virgin forest.

Beautiful Miao costumes, loud and clear love songs as a match, the Miao people have always followed their own unique way of life.Farming or raising silkworms, spinning or weaving, when they wear their handicrafts and weave among the greenery, the ingenious skills even nature admires.

The ancient and simple folk customs have attracted visitors from all over the world.Come to the Miao family as a guest, live in a stilted building, or block the door to sing, or appreciate the Miao people's encouragement, or see off the guests with lights, every project is full of enthusiasm.The delicate running water, the blue lake, the straightforward and kind-hearted Miao customs, and the singing and dancing, Deben has entered the depths of people's memory...

Chapter 7 Yanbo Jiangnan, together with time, will die here

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