Series of Books on Famous Historical and Cultural Cities in China—Ganzhou

Author: Xie Zongyao
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Publish Date: 2001-12-01
Features: This book introduces Ganzhou, which is located at the source of the Qianli Ganjiang River. Described as "south, north," Ganzhou is a crucial meeting point of the Five Mountains and controls the vital passage connecting Jiangxi, Fujian, Guangdong, and Hunan. It serves as the southern gateway of Jiangxi and a nationally recognized historical and cultural city. The city is renowned for its numerous historical sites and attractions: the Song Dynasty inscribed brick ancient city wall is a unique treasure in China; the poem "Below the Yugu Terrace, the clear Jiang River flows" has been sung for ages; Su Shi's "Eight Sceneries of Kungdong" is celebrated across the nation; the majestic Kungdong Mountain and the turbulent Zhanggong River form a picturesque scene; the Tiantiyan Rock, hailed as the "Jiangnan cave temple," boasts an array of cliff carvings and niches, leaving visitors in awe. Today, Ganzhou is dotted with modern high-rises and lush greenery, the ancient city adorned with a new look, exuding irresistible charm.