In China, the term Xianyou is often associated with myths and legends, suspended in an ethereal mist between reality and mystery. Xianyou, which means traveling between the human world and the heavenly realm, has its roots deep in China's profound Taoist culture. However, for Xianyou County in Fujian Province, the origin of the name is more solid and historical. According to historical records, the origin of the name Xianyou can be traced back to the late Tang Dynasty, when a local governor named Tortoise Meng built a mausoleum here, called"Xianyou Mausoleum", which means that the scenery of his parents' mausoleum is like "Xianyou", so this place is called Xianyou.
Xianyou has hidden cultural treasures, one of which is the stone carving art that is well-known throughout the country. Xianyou stone carving art has a deep and long history, and the stone carving craft here has endured for more than 100 years and is known as"The home of oriental sculpture"。Whether it is shrines, stone lamps, stone tables and chairs, or temple gatehouses, tombstones, and archways, stone carving art is everywhere, and it is famous for its exquisite and delicate carving skills and unique artistic style.
Xianyou is located in the middle reaches of the Minjiang River, with beautiful landscapes. It is a great place to enjoy the natural scenery. Luoyuan Bay is wide and blue, and the surrounding peaks, farmland, and villages form a magnificent seaside scenery. Bailuzhou Park is famous for its unique wetland scenery and abundant bird resources, especially in spring and autumn every year, a large number of egrets flutter here, the scene is spectacular.
As the birthplace of Mazu faith, Xianyou County is of great significance to marine culture and the spiritual life of the Fujian people. Mazu listens to the lectures and blesses the fishermen, protecting the safety of fishermen, symbolizing people's respect and reverence for the sea. Every year on March 23, Mazu's birthday, the Meizhou Mazu Temple Fair attracts believers from all over the world to pay their respects, and the event is unprecedented.
Today, Xianyou is actively excavating and protecting these cultural heritages, paving the way for future development. The development of stone carving art, the importance of ecological protection, and the spread of Mazu belief are all promoting Xianyou to show its unique charm to the world. Large-scale events such as the "Meizhou Mazu Cultural Festival" and the "China Xianyou International Stone Carving Festival" have become important platforms for inheriting culture and promoting tourism. It is believed that with the passage of time, Xianyou will continue to exude a unique cultural charm in its unique way.
If you want to experience the charm of Xianyou, you also need to go there in person to feel the depth of its history, the fineness of art, the beauty of nature and the profundity of humanity.