Overlord Pool

　　Legend has it that Xiang Yu, the Overlord, once drank water and bathed here, leaving behind deep knee prints, which gave the place its name. From a young age, Xiang Yu had lofty ambitions; he was not content with just learning calligraphy or swordsmanship, but aspired to master the great skill of defeating ten thousand enemies. At the age of 24, he raised an army in the Taihu Lake region, and Overlord Pool is believed to have been formed around this time.

　　The pool has a diameter of about 1 meter and is approximately 15 centimeters deep. Among the flowing water on the stone, a pair of large knee prints are clearly visible. In front of the pool are bathing pavilions and pavilions such as the Pillow Stream Pavilion and Mingxiang Bridge, which embellish the scenery.

　　The cliff features stone carvings from the Tang and Song dynasties, as well as later inscriptions of Li Qingzhao’s poem: “Be a hero in life, a fearless ghost in death. To this day I think of Xiang Yu, who refused to cross the river east.” Downstream lies an abandoned ancient stone toad, and beside the pavilion stands a statue of Xiang Yu—tall and imposing, gazing in all directions.

　　Overlord Pool is accompanied by a picturesque reservoir called Overlord Lake. Surrounded by lush trees, the sound of murmuring springs, and cool breezes, it offers a serene and tranquil environment.