Serene Ripples on Wenhu Lake

　　Wenhu, also known as Shangwen Reservoir, is located 4 kilometers north of Xinyi City, situated along the middle reaches of Lüya River, a tributary of the Dongjiang — the main branch of the Jianjiang River. The reservoir derives its name from Shangwen Village, where the dam is located, commemorating the revolutionary martyr Liang Shangwen. With a water surface area of 2.4 square kilometers and a total storage capacity of 30.16 million cubic meters, the reservoir was completed in the spring of 1963 and irrigates 40,000 acres of farmland. To the east lies Daren Mountain (Yunxiu Mountain), to the north is Taihua Mountain, to the west are Song Mountain and Zhao Mountain, and to the south is the urban area. Throughout the year, the landscape is adorned with lush pines and bamboo, picturesque mountains and clear waters, shimmering waves reflecting sunlight, and an ambiance of vibrant spring, hence the poetic name “Serene Ripples on Wenhu Lake.” A boat ride across the lake to take in these scenic wonders will surely lift your spirits and leave you lingering in awe.

　　The lakeshore and the islands within the reservoir feature terraced fields, covered in fruit trees. The area around the reservoir is filled with the fragrance of flowers, branches heavy with fruit, and the cheerful chirping of birds, offering endless charm. The reservoir is home to a variety of fish species, and ongoing breeding experiments by the staff have resulted in plump, delicious fish at reasonable prices. At the heart of the reservoir lies a peninsula, accessible by boat from the dam. Ascending to the top of the “cooking pot lid” hill offers a unique panoramic view of the entire reservoir. To the right of the dam, nestled in the hills, there is a sanatorium — an ideal spot for rest and recuperation.