Chongshi Academy

　　    Originally named Yanling Family School, Chongshi Academy was first built during the Daoguang reign of the Qing Dynasty. In front of the academy lies a crescent-shaped pond, and the entrance gate is a brick-and-wood structure in the style of a memorial archway, featuring upturned eaves, carved dragons, and engraved phoenixes—simple yet elegant. Inside the academy, there is a plaque inscribed with the words “Foundation of the Great Learning,” written by Chen Bairui in the first year of the Xuantong reign of the Qing Dynasty. It can be said that Chongshi Academy is an important physical relic for studying the evolution of China’s modern education system and the architectural layout of traditional academies. Walking just over 50 meters from the academy, you’ll see a serene belt of green water flowing through the town—this is the Xushui River. An ancient covered bridge spans the Xushui. Here, you can set down the burdens on both body and mind, quietly sitting and resting on the covered bridge. Gaze out at the surrounding verdant mountains, the distant misty clouds, listen to the gentle murmuring of the Xushui, and feel the soft breeze brush against your face. For a moment, a long-lost sense of happiness quietly spreads through your heart...