Beautiful countryside Fanjiamen

Niu Wenli

Fanjiamen is the highest village in the depths of Songshan Mountain. Before I came here, I thought that the mountain road into the village was rugged and steep, and that the mountains and fields were only covered with vegetation, and there were only a few scattered houses in the large and small mountain valleys. However, when we drove along the wide, flat, winding mountain road to the entrance of the village, our initial feeling was quickly overturned. Wandering there, you will see green mountains, chirping birds and fragrant flowers. Each step brings you a scene, just like in the middle of a painting.

Why are there so many surprises and surprises in the Fan family? In early July, on a scorching sun day, the author was fortunate enough to come to Fan's house and find the answer from the bright red slogan hanging, which is "the party flag is flying in the mountain village, the party members are shining in their posts, and the masses are singing in happiness", and From this, we can appreciate the unremitting efforts made by the village to realize the ambition of "beautiful countryside and prosperity for everyone".

First we came to "Lailong Cave", which is a nearly 1,300-meter-long cave that dates back hundreds of millions of years. There are stalactites in various shapes, some look like turtles, some look like elephants, and some look like birds. The cave is penetrated by the nine sons of the dragon, which is why it is named "Lailong Cave". The narrow place is the gap left by the two mountains coming together, which can be passed by one person. It is spacious, like a hall that can accommodate many people. This makes people marvel at the uncanny craftsmanship of nature and how everything is arranged just right. Nowadays, it is open to the outside world and attracts tourists from outside. According to the villagers, it was just a small cave entrance at first. They tried to dig it out, but they didn't expect that the deeper they dug, the more surprised they became. Finally, a super large cave was dug out. The village committee took advantage of this, and after renovation and development of tourism, the villagers had a way to get rich. Some opened a canteen at the entrance of the cave, some became tour guides to explain the beautiful scenery inside the cave, and some built buildings on the hillside. Tourism infrastructure... has changed the days of idleness, laziness and poverty.

After exiting the cave, I saw a fully transparent high-altitude glass bridge, erected high between two mountains. I immediately thought of Mao Zedong's poem "A bridge flies to the north and south, and a natural chasm becomes a thoroughfare." Standing on the bridge, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery 360° without any blind spots. While I was enjoying the scenery and taking photos, I admired the introduction of high technology into the originally poor mountain village, which opened my eyes. The clear blue glass is integrated with the mountains. Walking on it is like walking into the clouds, which is thrilling and thrilling. There are children running and playing curiously, there are also young girls groping forward slowly with trembling legs and eyes closed, and more people are enjoying the feeling of flying in the clouds and mist.

Next, we went to Heilaipagou, Beipo Group, Tianxinwa, etc. These places are simple, natural and charming. The mountain road twists and turns and is full of flowers. Sunflowers stand on both sides with bright smiles and humbly welcome each other. The bright eyes of Qiuying in different colors express love. The red, white and pink flowers are charming and release a light and pleasant fragrance. I stood at the highest point and looked around. The lush mountains presented themselves with the most majestic attitude and exuded a vigorous and high-spirited breath of life. Village cadres said that in addition to oaks, cypresses, and locusts, the shallow mountainous area here also grows apricots, pears, walnuts, apples, peaches, mulberries, hawthorns and other fruit trees. The forest coverage rate is 65%. There are flowers in three seasons and evergreen in all seasons. A few decades ago, Fanjiamen was a provincial-level poverty-stricken village with high altitude, impassable roads, and difficulty in drinking water. Most villagers could not get out or go down the mountain. Even low-level thorns are cut and made into hedges. Not only is the income meager, but there are also problems such as irrational industrial structure and serious lag in industrial development. How to let the people in the mountains embark on the road to wealth? The Fanjiamen Village Committee boldly made the decision to ban mining, logging, and grazing more than ten years ago. The land and houses in the mountains have been transferred to cooperatives. Not only did they return farmland to forests, they also planted cash crops, and all projects paid dividends at the end of the year, which greatly improved the living standards of the villagers.

The mountain paths are densely covered with greenery, and exotic flowers and plants can be seen everywhere. How can we miss this good scene? I slowed down. He walked to Dustpan Spring and took a handful of the clear spring water to apply on his face; he stopped under a peach tree and picked fresh peaches for a feast. The peaches are crispy and sweet, much more delicious than those bought in the supermarket. They seem to be more nourished by the mountains and have a unique taste. When I came to a farmer's house, I saw a lady peeling almonds. When asked, they said that there are many apricots in the mountains, and almonds have good medicinal value. The village committee specially organizes people to purchase almonds and sell them for export. Although I am old, I can do some work within my ability and get an extra income subsidy. Home use.

Under the shade of green trees, there is an ancient village. Stone houses, stone walls, stone jars, and stone mortars can be seen everywhere. The walls of the house are made of solid stones, and the roof is made of thinner stones. This kind of house uses local materials, does not cost much, is warm in winter, cool in summer, does not leak rainwater, and is very practical. The steps were covered with moss and the wormwood was deep in the yard. The ancient house confirms the long history of Fanjiamen. Locals say the house is more than 100 years old. I stroked the wall and couldn't help but sigh. With the changes of the times, whether it is prosperous or lonely, all that is left is just a sigh. Fortunately, the village committee will renovate and transform the old house into a B&B, with the "mountain living experience" as the core, following the concept of "return, simple living, and ecology", integrating the characteristic mountain living environment, the characteristic stone kiln community and the adobe-tiled houses. Architectural community resources, and strive to create in-depth mountain residence experience tourism projects. Looking forward to the new look!

On the way back, I looked at the thousand-year-old walnut tree again. When she came, she extended her long arms to welcome him warmly; when she left, she was reluctant to leave and tried her best to keep him. This tree has been through the Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties and is the most powerful witness of the years. There are two worlds between the present and the past. A few decades ago, there were no roads or electricity here, and some villagers never left the mountains in their lives. But today, electricity has been installed on the mountains, Xingfuquan Reservoir has been built, and relocation communities with complete facilities have been built, and everyone lives and works in peace and contentment. . I was filled with emotion and couldn't help but chant poems to express my inner feelings: I am grateful for the party's good policies/We are ushering in the good times now/The villagers' pockets are bulging and they have more savings/It is not a dream for everyone to get rich/A happy and beautiful life is in the palm of my hand/The days are getting better and better. Sweetness is what the people want.

Fanjiamen has paved a road to happiness for itself, and also gives visitors from other places a different happy experience. Coming here is like admiring a three-dimensional painting with harmonious colors, smart and smooth colors hanging on Songshan Mountain. murals, and at the same time directly and vividly feel the infinite charm brought by the beautiful rural construction, making the trip physically and mentally pleasurable and worthwhile.