Guiyang Odd Stones

Guiyang Odd Stones

　　Guizhou’s unique geological structure and landform environment have created an exceptionally rich resource of ornamental odd stones. These include nationally and internationally renowned stones such as Guizhou Green Stone, Panjiang Stone, Wujiang Stone, Hongshui River Stone, and natural landscape painting stones; unparalleled vertebrate fossils like Guizhou Dragons; and quartz crystal clusters known as the “Rose of the Plateau,” which have brought honor to Guizhou. Guizhou’s ornamental odd stones come in a myriad of shapes and dazzling colors, accounting for about one-fourth of the country’s total. Guiyang showcases the finest collection of these stones, with exhibitions currently available at sites such as Cuiwei Garden and Yangming Shrine in the city. (Guiyang)