Yuhu Park

Yuhu Park

Yuhu park is located in the center of Xiangtan, on the west side of the first Xiangjiang River Bridge. Founded in 1954, it now covers an area of 12 hectares.

Development history

Rain lake has a long history. According to the historical records of Tancheng: "it is said that about 600 years ago, King Ji III of Ming Dynasty and his wife Xu traveled here in spring. When they met with rain on the way, they saw raindrops carrying money and thousands of pearls dancing. They were named after the scenery. In addition, Yuhu is a low-lying lake, so it is called Yuhu. " Guangxu magazine "Xiangtan county annals" said: "Xiangpu Tonggou, after the lake, change is called the rain lake. The upper is Yanliu dyke and the outer is Duoyuan temple. " It turned out that it was only a ditch connecting the Xiang River, which was artificially opened up to form a lake. The lake is divided into upper, middle and lower lakes, with a total surface area of about 360 mu.

Before liberation, the lake was silted and smelly. Some people called it Longxugou in Xiangtan.

In 1954, it was turned into a park and began to be dredged, and willows were planted along the lake, probably to restore the old "Yanliu dike".

After liberation, the memorial archway was destroyed and rebuilt in 1985. There are two statues of maiden servant girls beside the lake. The four characters "Shuangbi flawless" are engraved on both the statue and the new memorial archway. The original two couplets are restored on the vertical column

It's not as good as the yellow spring to avoid harm.

Qingzhong fanghun leaves a stone; Baibo Mingyue shines on shuange.

Today, Yuhu, a beautiful park with bright water, weeping willows and beautiful scenery, has become a central place for entertainment and leisure for citizens and foreign tourists. In the park, flower, painting, calligraphy, photography and other exhibitions are often held, and tourists come in an endless stream.

Main attractions

Located in the center of Xiangtan City, Yuhu park is named for its low-lying terrain and accumulated rain. It has always been a scenic spot in Xiangtan. Since ancient times, there has been a famous saying "weeping willow, green tower, red bridge at sunset".

The lake is divided into upper, middle and lower lakes, covering an area of about 12 hectares. In the lake, two bridges of different styles, seven stars and eight immortals, are built, with wide arches and smooth boats. The pavilions, terraces and open halls, are the scenic spots of the lake. The water is bright like a mirror, with willows attached to it. The pavilions on the lakeside paved with pavilions are connected with the corridors, and the beauty is beautiful. There are Fengzhu temple, Taogong temple, doulao Pavilion, Longevity Palace and other historic sites on the south bank. In addition to the restoration of the original source hall, shore flower Pavilion, double wall square, sunset Pavilion and other famous scenery, the park also built a new children's paradise, water thanks, windmill, flower garden, greenhouse and so on. Small exhibitions of flowers, paintings, calligraphy and photography are often held in the park, which has become a central place for entertainment and rest for Xiangtan citizens and tourists. The annual Chrysanthemum Exhibition of Xiangtan city is also held here. All kinds of chrysanthemum groups compete with each other, which adds infinite amorous feelings to the lake color.

The pavilions and pavilions in the lake, with willows and misty colors, green and verdant lakeshore and enchanting flowers, are known as the "wonderful West Lake surpasses tiger hill". The main scenic spots are Yuanyuan hall, anfua Pavilion, Shuangbi square, Xizhao Pavilion, etc.

Located in the center of Xiangtan City, Yuhu Park covers an area of about 5 square kilometers. It is a good place for recreation, fitness and sightseeing. The mountains, lakes, bridges, cables, pavilions and pavilions in the park make people clap their hands. The children's paradise is full of variety. It's a thrilling place for people to explore the forest. It's also an exciting place for people to "float" on the water, especially the annual lighting and canoeing The flower fair is more enjoyable.

Related Poems

The memorial archway was destroyed after liberation and rebuilt in 1985. The original two couplets were restored on the vertical column

It's not as good as the yellow spring to avoid harm.

Qingzhong fanghun leaves a stone; Baibo Mingyue shines on shuange.

Communication impact

Yuhu lake is a famous scenic spot in Xiangtan. Since ancient times, many famous poets have left their masterpieces here. The famous saying "weeping willow, green tower, red bridge at sunset" has been handed down to this day. Nowadays, the pavilions and pavilions in the rain lake, with curved sills and columns, bamboo trees and rockeries, are very elegant. In the lake, two bridges with different styles, seven stars and eight immortals, have been built, with wide arches and smooth boats; children's paradise, waterside pavilion, windmill, flower garden and greenhouse have been built, and the original famous sceneries, such as Yuanyuan hall, shore flower Pavilion, Xizhao Pavilion and Shuangbi square, have been restored. The origin of "Shuangbi Fang" is as follows: in the Jiaqing period of Qing Dynasty, there were two women who were cheated into Xiangtan brothels. They were unyielding and died in the rain lake at night. The people of the city set up a square beside the rain lake for their two daughters. The tomb was inscribed "Shuangbi tomb" by the local tanhuashi Chengzao. Shufang said "Shuangbi is flawless", which was sung by poets for a time.

Tourism information

Yuhu Park, with elegant geography, beautiful scenery, comfortable environment, awakes all things in spring, dresses all things in summer, and prospers all things in autumn. Every season is a good time for tourism.

Address: No.33, Huyuan Road, Yuhu District, Xiangtan City

Longitude: 112.91136932373

Latitude: 27.858694076538

Tel: 0731-58264682

Ticket information: free.

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