Freshwater Pearls

Freshwater Pearls

　　Hanshou is the birthplace of freshwater pearl aquaculture. The county has a suspended cultivation area of 6,700 hectares and produces 60 tons of pearls annually. Freshwater pearls take three years to mature, and their perfectly round, crystal-clear, and radiant beads are not only exquisite jewelry pieces but also valuable medicinal ingredients, offering various benefits such as beautifying the skin, promoting health, and treating ailments. The county currently has over 10 pearl processing enterprises that produce more than 30 tons of pearl jewelry annually. These products are exported to Southeast Asia and Europe-America, enjoying great popularity among consumers.