Qingjiang

Author: Wang Feng
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Publish Date: 2006-06-01
Features: When the beauty of Tang and Song poetry and prose becomes hard to find, when the world-famous Yangtze Three Gorges seems elusive, the Five Hundred Li Qing River finally comes into our view. The ancient tranquility and natural simplicity of the Five Hundred Li Qing River are destined to be discovered. The sheer cliffs, giant caves, cascading waterfalls, and tiger tracks in the Qing River basin are both pleasing to the eye and thrilling to the heart. The landscapes and cultural relics of Jingyang, the beauty and radiance of Changyang Xian, and the ethereal splendor of Chaihe Xi can broaden our horizons and ignite our passion. The history and legends of the Qing River basin are bizarre and diverse, full of vibrant colors: the cold and decisive Ganjun, the romantic Saltwater Demon, and the rustic tiger-clawed chun drum. The jumping funeral and wedding lamenting traditions of the Qing River basin are both easily understood and extraordinarily masterful; the works of the Tian family's aristocratic poets are abundant; and the folk five-line songs integrate the artistic styles of Chu Ci, Tang Dynasty seven-line quatrains, and ancient Ba songs, pioneering a new era in poetry. Let us follow the river downstream to see the enchanting Qing River; let us trace the river upstream to see the contemplative Qing River.