Here in Fuchuan, have you ever felt the pulse of a place where time seems to slow, where nature’s beauty intertwines with cultural richness? This is Fuchuan Yao Autonomous County, a realm of serenity. It is a place where the Yao people’s traditions thrive.
Fuchuan is located in northeastern Guangxi. This autonomous county is under the administration of Hezhou City. Imagine a land sculpted by nature, bordered by Hunan province and other autonomous counties. Fuchuan’s landscape spans approximately 1,572 square kilometers.
Most of Fuchuan lies within the Fuchuan River’s upper basin. The Fuchuan River is a He River tributary. The Guishi Reservoir irrigates agricultural land in Fuchuan. It also irrigates land in neighboring counties.
Consider Fuchuan’s mountains. Mount Xiling, Mount Gupo, Mount Tiantang, and Huangsha Ridge define the horizon. Over twenty rivers and streams crisscross Fuchuan. The Fuchuan, Baisha, and Xiushui Rivers meander through the landscape.
Fuchuan enjoys a subtropical monsoon climate. The average annual temperature is 19.1 degrees Celsius. Rainfall averages 1,700 millimeters annually. Sunshine graces Fuchuan for about 1973.6 hours each year.
Fuchuan Yao Autonomous County is divided into towns and townships. Fuyang Town serves as the county seat. Baisha, Chengbei, Chaodong, Fuli, and Gucheng are among the nine towns. Shijia, Liujia and Xinhua are the three townships here.
Fuyang Town is a vibrant center within Fuchuan. As of 2018, it has a population of 76,000. Agriculture forms the backbone of Fuyang’s economy. Farmers cultivate grains, vegetables, and fruits. Navel oranges and tangerines thrive here. Construction and building materials are also important.
Step into Fuli Town, recently recognized as an “international slow city”. This is Guangxi’s first and China’s fourth such city. The Agriculture Core Demonstration Plot meets Cittaslow standards. Fuchuan has promoted tourism through rural home inns. Unique local resources are used. Eco-villages are developed, too.
Visualize the Shenxian Lake Agricultural Sightseeing Park. It covers 1,000 mu. Picture the 2,100 mu Rose Lake Water Park and the 200 mu health maintenance park. Imagine picking rare fruits in a 300 mu garden. The all-year-round sea of flowers is truly magnificent.
The lusheng is played by the Lowland Yao people. They reside in Dajing and Humaling Villages of Xinhua Township. The lusheng’s melodies echo through the hills. It is accompanied by long drum dances.
As we conclude our journey through Fuchuan, remember the harmony between nature and culture. Feel the slow rhythm of life that defines this autonomous county. Let Fuchuan’s beauty linger in your memories.