Xiantai Divine Chair
The government office of Miaoxiang Township is situated around an earthen mound. An ancient road runs north and south across the terrace beneath the mound, and over the years this has formed a narrow alley. A temple was built atop the mound, hence the name "Miaoxiang" (Temple Alley). The mound stands about 30 meters high, with a base circumference of over 300 meters. Legend has it that King Nan of Zhou severed the dragon vein in Qingyang, prompting the Queen Mother of the West to rush over clutching a lapful of yellow earth to repair the damage. Upon arriving here and learning that the dragon vein had already been cut, she let out a sorrowful sigh, emptied her lap of earth onto the spot, forming a chair. After resting awhile with the other immortals, she then returned. The mound in Miaoxiang is a marvel of nature, with a wondrous shape and enchanting scenery.
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