Gansu Jiangnan -- Tianshui (Small Towns Through the Ages Series)

Author: Yong Jichun, Wu Hongqi
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Publish Date: 2003-11-01
Features: Tianshui is renowned as the "Jiangnan of Longshan" and spans both the Yellow River and Yangtze River basins. It was a key town on the ancient Silk Road and the eastern gateway of Gansu Province. The natural and cultural diversity of the region has given rise to extraordinary scenic spots and fascinating local customs. Here, the Daowang Culture emerged, heralding the dawn of Chinese civilization. It is the homeland of the mythical ancestors of the Chinese nation, Fuxi and Nüwa, as well as the Yellow Emperor, and the birthplace of the Qin people's ancestors. The ancient culture that flourished here is magnificent, mysterious, and deeply rooted. The region has produced numerous legendary historical figures, including the renowned general Li Guang, the valiant marshal Zhao Chongguo, the Three Kingdoms general Jiang Ji, and the patriotic general Deng Baoshan. The Maiji Mountain Grottoes, hailed as the "Sculpture Gallery of the East," are exceptionally breathtaking. Other numerous scenic spots and historical sites include the Fuxi Temple, Guatai Mountain, Nanguo Temple, Yuquan Temple, Shimen, Xianren Cliff, Quxi, Daxiangshan, and Shuiliandong. These wonders leave visitors in awe and inspire longing. This book provides a comprehensive, in-depth, and vivid introduction to the city of Tianshui, guiding readers to understand, recognize, and explore the city.