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Yueyang Tower, where the air steams over Yunmeng Marsh and waves shake Yueyang City

'Worry before the world worries, and enjoy after the world enjoys', the 'Yueyang Tower' written by Fan Zhongyan of the Northern Song Dynasty depicts the noble character of traditional Chinese intellectuals, and also makes this famous tower on the shore of Dongting Lake a well-known place. In the long river of history, literati and ink guests such as Meng Haoran, Li Bai, Du Fu, Han Yu, Bai Juyi and others have stepped in, leaving countless popular poems. Yueyang Tower stands on the west gate of Yueyang City, adjacent to Dongting Lake. Its unique architectural structure and profound historical background are breathtaking. This three-story high tower not only displays the ingenious craftsmanship of ancient architecture, but also reflects the regional culture of Yueyang. The whole building does not use a nail or a beam, the roof form is unique, and the top structure of the ancient general's helmet is adopted. This kind of 'Ruyi Dougong' support form that stacks and contrasts is also unique in the history of ancient Chinese architecture. In the Yueyang Tower scenic area, the Wuchao Tower viewing place displays the Yueyang Tower models of the Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties; there are three iron objects in the shape of shackles on the beach below the tower, weighing 1500 jin, their origin and use are still unsolved mysteries; there is a dock in the scenic area, and tourists can take a boat to Junshan Island opposite. Yueyang Tower is not far from Baling Square, and tourists can take the opportunity to appreciate the local customs. On the nearby Bianhe Street, a dazzling array of local snacks and souvenir shops provide tourists with a wealth of choices. Here, tourists can taste delicious food while selecting unique souvenirs to leave beautiful memories.
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