Which province in ancient China had a "Furong Country"?

Furong County is the laudatory name of China for Hunan Province in ancient times.

This reputation stems from Hunan's natural scenery and human history, especially the lotus culture in Hunan.

Hunan is located in the south-central part of China, with humid climate and abundant water resources, which is very suitable for the growth of lotus. Hunan lotus has many varieties, bright colors and long flowering period, and is known as the hometown of lotus. Every summer, lakes, rivers, fields and ponds in Hunan will bloom with lotus flowers, forming a beautiful picture. These lotus flowers are not only beautiful, but also full of cultural connotations. In China's traditional culture, the lotus symbolizes purity and elegance, and it is praised as emerging from the mud without being stained, clear without being demon.

The lotus culture in Hunan has a long history, which can be traced back to ancient times. According to historical records, Hunan had the custom of planting lotus flowers in the Tang Dynasty. In the Song Dynasty, the planting technology of lotus in Hunan reached a high level, and the varieties of lotus were more abundant. During the Ming and Qing Dynasties, the lotus culture in Hunan developed further, forming a unique lotus art. Hunan artists like to create many exquisite lotus paintings with lotus as the theme. Hunan poets also like to use lotus as poetry material and write many touching lotus poems.

The value of lotus culture in Hunan;

1. Aesthetic value: Xianglian has become one of the important elements of traditional aesthetics in China with its beautiful, fresh and refined form and color. Lotus is a symbol of purity, elegance and perseverance in China culture. It is widely used in painting, poetry, music and other art forms, and shows Hunan people's pursuit of beauty and aesthetic taste.

2. Ecological value: The lotus culture in Hunan is closely related to the water town scenery in Hunan. Hunan is rich in water resources, and lakes, rivers, paddy fields and other waters are widely distributed, which provides a good environment for the growth of lotus. Lotus, as an aquatic plant, has important functions such as purifying water quality, protecting water source and regulating climate, which is of great significance to maintaining Hunan's ecological environment.

3. Cultural heritage value: Hunan lotus culture has a long history, bearing the historical memory and cultural traditions of Hunan people. Hunan has the custom of planting lotus since ancient times, and the lotus culture has been circulating among Hunan people for a long time. Activities such as the Lotus Festival and the Lotus Exhibition in Hunan not only enrich people's cultural life, but also promote the development of Hunan's tourism. At the same time, the culture of Hunan and Holland is also an important part of China's traditional culture, which is of positive significance for inheriting and carrying forward the excellent traditional culture of the Chinese nation.