Xilongzhou is an islet in the middle of the Xijiang River in Wuzhou, surrounded on all sides by water. It features rugged rocks, lush green trees, and charming small sandbars. The scenery at sunset or sunrise is especially unique and mesmerizing, making visitors linger without wanting to leave. During the Song Dynasty, this place was listed as one of the “Eight Scenic Spots of Wuzhou” under the name “Dragon Islet Standing Firm.” In the Ming Dynasty, the Yongli Emperor of the Southern Ming once moored his boat here, turning it into a "water palace" where he sang, danced, drank, and reveled, staying for over half a year in sheer delight. In 1921, Dr. Sun Yat-sen inspected the area here. Today, it has become known as Lovers' Island and is a popular leisure destination.
Wuzhou City, Guangxi
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