Sichuan, historically known as Bashu and including present-day Chongqing, is celebrated as the "Land of Abundance." Throughout the dynasties, it has been a place of great influence on China. The Bashan mountains and Shu waterways have a long history and are steeped in mystery. Many strange tales and secrets from the region are unknown not only to outsiders but even to many native Sichuanese. Bashu culture has become a hot topic attracting growing interest from people in China and abroad. If you are a native of Sichuan, this book will introduce you to many curious things close to home that you never knew about. If you are a traveler from afar or a visitor from another land, open this book and you will be captivated by this mysterious region, longing to experience the Bashan mountains and Shu waterways for yourself.
This book is like a dear old friend, telling the old stories of Sichuan. The anecdotes and secrets in the book make people feel like they are in the mysterious Bashan Shushui. Especially the characters full of personality made me see the diversity and richness of history. I like the real and interesting stories in the book. They gave me a deeper understanding of Sichuan's past.
This book is like a dear old friend, telling the old stories of Sichuan. The anecdotes and secrets in the book make people feel like they are in the mysterious Bashan Shushui. Especially the characters full of personality made me see the diversity and richness of history. I like the real and interesting stories in the book. They gave me a deeper understanding of Sichuan's past.