Madagascar Sun
18 Sep 2023, 10 GMT+10
Gaoqing County in Shandong Province, known for its rich historical and cultural heritage, is taking significant strides to enhance the prominence of the Yellow River Culture. Recent discoveries, such as the renowned Ming Dynasty blue and white large bowl unearthed in Qingcheng Town, hailed as the "first bowl in Gaoqing County," alongside the intriguing Bronze square tripod, which embodies the ancient philosophy of "orbicular sky and rectangular earth," and the captivating assortment of hardware glazed ceramic lamps, are all integral to the fascinating ceramic history story of Zibo.
The Yellow River Stele Rubbings and Fine Cultural Relics Exhibition, held on the first floor of the Yellow River Tower Museum in Gaoqing County, Zibo City, showcases over 90 Yellow River Stele Rubbings and more than 130 Yellow River cultural relics. These artifacts, encompassing various themes such as "believing and admiring legends," "praising the Yellow River," "social customs," and "inheriting family traditions," exude the indomitable spirit and courage of the Yellow River's inhabitants, portrayed through their simple and authentic folk style.
Moreover, the Yellow River Water Village Museum in Suoyifan Village, spanning an extensive area of over 3600 square meters, hosts an impressive collection of 5661 items. Through its exploration of red culture, historical culture, traditional culture, and Yellow River culture, the museum offers profound insights into the historical laws and regulations, folk customs, technological advancements, and socio-economic development of the northern Shandong region.
The enchanting Anlan area, situated along the meandering Yellow River, has given rise to scenic attractions like Anlan Bay and Swan Lake International Slow City, igniting a tourism boom in the villages neighboring Gaoqing County. Nestled within this picturesque landscape, the Yellow River Tower Museum and the Yellow River Water Village Museum seamlessly blend museum exhibits with tourist attractions, creating a profound fusion that encapsulates the essence of Yellow River culture, symbolizing its prosperity in terms of wealth and knowledge.
Museums serve as vital coordinates of urban civilization, offering a gateway to understand the history and magnificence of a city. In recent years, Gaoqing County has taken a leading position in Shandong Province in terms of the number, collection, and social influence of its museums. The county's unwavering focus on preserving, inheriting, and utilizing the Yellow River culture and early Qi cultural resources has been commendable. Looking ahead, Gaoqing County is committed to further enhancing its collection system, delving deeper into the intricacies of the Yellow River culture, and implementing a seamless integration of agriculture, culture, and tourism development. By narrating the captivating story of Gaoqing County, the county aims to propagate the richness of the Yellow River culture to wider audiences.
(Correspondent: Wang Kejun and Zhang Yudong)
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