“Beautiful Waters.” That is what \u8363\u5c71\u4e3d\u6c34 literally means. But what does it signify for us today? This place is not just a name. It is a window into a world of serene beauty and historical depth.
\u8363\u5c71\u4e3d\u6c34 is part of Lishui. Lishui is a prefecture-level city in Zhejiang province. It borders several other cities and Fujian province.
Lishui’s history stretches back to the Liangzhu culture. Tribes lived here 4,000 years ago. In 589, the Sui dynasty established Chuzhou prefecture. The name changed several times. In 779, during the Tang dynasty, it became Lishui County. The name Lishui stuck through the Ming and Qing dynasties.
In 1935, it became the Lishui Administrative Supervision District. Lishui Special District followed in 1949. It was briefly abolished in 1952. It was reinstated in 1963 as Lishui City.
Today, Lishui administers one district. It has one county-level city. There are also six counties and one autonomous county. These are divided into towns, townships and subdistricts.
Lishui sits in southwestern Zhejiang. Its mountains are part of the Wuyi range. The terrain rises from northeast to southwest. Thousands of peaks exceed 1,000 meters. Huangmaojian Peak is the province’s highest. It stands at 1,929 meters near Lishui. The Ou River flows through Lishui. It empties into the East China Sea.
Lishui has a humid subtropical climate. Winters are mild. Summers are hot and humid. The area sometimes gets typhoons.
Lishui’s natural resources are abundant. Forests cover 69% of the area. This earns it the nickname “Foliage Ocean of Zhejiang.” The area has significant waterpower potential. There are also many mineral deposits including gold and silver.
Industries in Lishui include wood production. Ore smelting and textiles are also important. The city produces construction materials and pharmaceuticals.
Lishui boasts over 180 brand-name products. These sell well in China and abroad. Noteworthy products include wooden toys and mini electronic machinery. Longquan celadon is a traditional handicraft. Longquan swords and Qingtian carved stones are also famous.
Lishui is a commercial base for edible fungi. It is also known for fresh fruit and bamboo. Tea, herbs and nuts are also produced here.
Lishui is rich in energy resources. Many hydroelectric power stations operate here. The city is part of the east China power network.
Authentic Lishui dishes include Anren fish head. Bamboo shoots with eggs is another local favorite. Jinyun biscuits are also popular.
Lishui is boosting its tourism. A Shanghai-Lishui tourism pass gives discounts. It takes just over two hours to reach Lishui from Shanghai by high-speed rail. The city features numerous attractions and villages.
Yan Yu Lou is a notable site. It was built during the Northern Song dynasty. Other scenic spots include Fengyangshan-Baishanzu National Natural Resort. Shishi Temple is another highlight. Local dishes include Jade Mutton Roll and Anren Fish with beancurd.
So as you stand here at \u8363\u5c71\u4e3d\u6c34, remember its name. Remember its history, its beauty, and its promise for the future.