Why Xiangtan was dubbed Liancheng?

Xiangtan Wuhua Tianbao. With its mild climate, fertile land and rich products, it is called "Lotus City" because it is rich in Xiang Lian.

Xiang Lian: "Xiang Lian" grows in the river, and the whole backwater is a river without any pollution. Lotus seeds produced by farmers on both sides of the strait are far more distinctive than those produced in stagnant water in various ponds. Shihe lotus seed is a kind of green food with large grain, thin skin, white meat and sweet taste. At the same time, Xianghe Xiang Lian is also a characteristic tourist resource in Hengdong. In late spring, you can quietly watch the lotus leaves in full bloom. In summer, 10,000 mu of lotus fragrance floats on both sides of the river, and in autumn, you can pick lotus and dig lotus roots, which is fun.

In a word, Xiangtan is called Liancheng because it is rich in Xianglian.