Xuwen Longquan Forest Park

　　    Longquan Forest Park is situated in Nanshan Town, Xuwen County, 8.5 kilometers from the county seat and only 2 kilometers from the Great Han Sand Dunes Tourist Area. The total planned area covers 3,250 mu, with the first phase of development spanning 1,000 mu.

　　    The park gets its name from the spring it is built around—an ancient volcanic crater. The spring water here originates from volcanic rock formations and is abundant, with measured flow rates reaching 5,356.8 cubic meters per day. The clear springs converge into a small stream that flows into the Qiongzhou Strait. A thousand years ago, the drinking water supply for the ancient Silk Road port in front of it came from this very source, as the gushing springs nourished the prosperity of the historic harbor.

　　    Longquan is rich in trees. Countless rare and diverse tree species thrive across the undulating terrain, covering the mountains in lush greenery. Over 20,000 trees of more than 100 valuable species are planted here, including Magnolia figo, agarwood, sandalwood, Chinese sweet gum, antiaris toxicaria, schisandra, bodhi tree, jujube, kapok, homalium, and large-leaved holly.

　　    Longquan is also abundant in rocks. From a massive volcanic eruption 3 million years ago, a great outpouring of lava formed numerous uniquely shaped volcanic rocks—such as star-shaped stones and beehive stones. Over 50,000 rocks of various sizes have been excavated and either placed along pathways or used to pave roads, creating a distinctive landscape.

　　    The park currently features attractions such as the Longquan Sacred Lake, Qinglong Lake, beacon towers, watchtowers, scenic island nests, and a lake-crossing cable bridge. It has already begun to take shape as a vibrant urban "green lung" and is an excellent destination for eco-friendly leisure.