A Philosopher’s Stone Symphony in Yangzhou

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Why It’s a National Treasure
✔ Geological Poetry:
- Spring Hill: Taihu stones shaped like awakening dragons among peonies
- Summer Cave: Hollow rocks create natural air conditioning (18°C inside)
- Autumn Peak: Iron-rich boulders blaze red without a single maple
- Winter Snowscape: White Xuan stones arranged like drifts under plum trees
✔ Bamboo Library:
- "Golden Groove Bamboo" – Stems flash yellow when sliced open
- **"Buddha’s Belly Bamboo"** – Swollen internodes resemble laughing monks

Post by Winnie21 | Aug 8, 2025