Fuxi Lake in Fushun, Zigong

　　Introduction to Fuxi Lake in Fushun, Zigong       Fuxi Lake is situated in the northwest corner of the county town. It is a naturally formed lake that has been artificially enhanced, larger in the south and smaller in the north, resembling an upside-down gourd lying flat, and is famed for its lotus flowers. Originally, the lake was a natural depression where rainwater from Zhongxiu, Shen Gui, Wufu, and Agate mountains converged. As early as the Song Dynasty, it was dredged and stone embankments were built, thus forming the lake, which was described as being “six to seven li wide.” Through successive dynasties of maintenance and embellishment, structures such as the “West Lake Hall, Lake View Pavilion, Lingbo Pavilion, Scent-Blowing Pavilion, Spring Breeze Pavilion, Awakening Heart Pavilion, Huanle Pavilion, Jinglian Pavilion, Haoran Terrace, and Transcendent Terrace” were constructed. The lake stretches out gracefully, with pavilions and terraces complementing one another, curved bridges linking the shores, lotus flowers reflecting the sunlight, lotus leaves stretching to the sky, and weeping willows lining the banks. Gondola-style boats, modeled after those on Hangzhou’s West Lake, can be found on the lake, where banquets can be held to entertain distinguished guests. Especially enchanting are the small pleasure boats drifting across the lake, which have inspired countless interesting anecdotes and tales throughout history.

　　 Sichuan, Zigong