Jiyuan

Basic Introduction to Jiyuan WalnutsJiyuan walnuts have a bright color, round shape, thin and smooth shells, and plump kernels. They are sweet and fragrant when eaten fresh and crispy and fragrant when cooked, with a comfortable texture and lingering aroma. Nutritional value: They promote brain health and intelligence, fight aging, prevent constipation, and lower blood sugar. The walnuts have a round shape, smooth shell surface, paper-thin shells, plump kernels, and crunchy flesh.Jiyuan is located in the northwest of Henan Province, south of the Yellow River, north of the Taihang Mountains, west of Mount Wangwu, and east of plains; it is the legendary hometown of Yu Gong, the character from the fable "Yu Gong Moves the Mountain." The main area for growing Jiyuan walnuts is in the Mount Wangwu region, which has rich topography and vegetation and abundant forestland. The soil type is brown earth, formed from the leaching and precipitation of limestone and aeolian loess, with a pH value of 7.0–8.0 (slightly alkaline). The soil is deep and loose, with high organic matter content and good drainage, making it suitable for walnut cultivation. There are over 200 rivers of various sizes within Jiyuan's borders. Surface water resources amount to 257…

Basic Introduction to Tiantan Inkstone The Tiantan Inkstone, also known as "Pangu Inkstone" or "Panggu Inkstone," is a precious and unique type of inkstone. It is produced in Jiyuan City, Henan Province, China, primarily sourced from the banks of Panggu Spring on the eastern side of Tiantan Peak in Wangwu Mountain, Jiyuan. Its stone quality is fine and warm, firm yet not brittle, soft yet not spongy, tough yet not hard, smooth yet not slippery, with a color like jade and a sound like that of a wooden fish. This type of inkstone has been beloved by scholars and literati throughout history for its virtues: "firm and moist in quality, smooth in carving, splendid in color, clear in sound, heavy in body, and complete in preservation." The Tiantan Inkstone combines the essence of inkstone carving from both southern and northern China, featuring the delicate intricacy of the south and the robust simplicity of the north. It integrates sculpture, painting, and calligraphy, forming a unique artistic style characterized by "shaping according to the stone, crafting according to the material, clever use of colors, and refined subtlety." In history, the style of Tiantan Inkstones evolved from the basket-shaped inkstones of the Sui…