Liangzi Lake and Lotus Mountain in Ezhou

Liangzi Lake

Liangzi Lake is a winding freshwater lake located in southeast Hubei province, in the southern bank of the middle reaches of Yangtze River. Liangzi Lake is the largest fresh-water lake in Ezhou City and second largest in Hubei Province. It measures 51 miles from east to west and 14 miles from north to south, with the water maintaining a depth of 9.8 feet all year round.

Nestled serenely like a blue stone inlaid upon the surrounding land, Liangzi Lake is famous for the unpolluted water and its beautiful landscape, the gentle wind blowing in from the mountains not far away ripples this azure lake in the sunlight, creating spectacular scenery among the many islets featured around the lake.

The crystal clear water also has a large breeding population of Wuchang Fish, which are renowned at home and abroad. Lying in the middle of Liangzi Lake and covering an area of 200 hectares, Liangzi Islet is an ecotourism resort that embraces Kuixing Tower, Liangzi Gate, Siguan Hall, Xianren (Immortal) Cave and a professional Golf Club. Due to its pleasant environment, this islet is also called Changshou (Longevity) Islet, which is the home for senior citizens who wish to enjoy their twilight years amid this tranquil setting.

Through years of modern development, Liangzi Lake has become a famous tourist resort in Hubei Province, which combines sightseeing, summer recreation, and entertainment.

Lotus Mountain

Lotus Mountain is located on the shore of Yanglan Lake in the southern suburb of Ezhou City. Verdant mountains and clear waters complete this beautiful landscape. With the Lotus Mountain as the main peak, there are nine other mountains, blooming like nine lotus flowers in the water. This is how the mountain’s name originated. The Lotus Mountain scenic area is blessed with both the beauty of grandness and elegance. The main tourist resorts are Yuanming Pagoda, Forest of Steles, Liuhe Garden and Jiulong Altar.

Yuanming Pagoda is famed as "the first pagoda in the south of the Yangtze River area". Measuring 262 feet tall, it is a white pagoda with golden upturned eaves. Covering an area of three hectares, the Forest of Steles keeps over 10,000 elaborate stele works of all ages and for many countries. As such, it is regarded as a treasure house of culture containing an ocean of wisdom.

Liuhe Garden lies in the north slope of Lotus Mountain. It is home to many precious animals such as deer, monkey, tortoise, and golden carp and beaver. The Jiulong Altar can also be seen at the entrance to the scenic area. "Jiulong" means nine dragons. The Altar is composed of nine dragons coiling with each other, among which the biggest two lift a lotus ball. The altar is carved with dragons because the dragon represents the Chinese totem, symbolizing Chinese spirit where constant self-improvement and effort help one to achieve success.

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