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Three plates of evening rain
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“Three‑Plate Evening Rain” was inscribed by Mao Changwu, former advisor to the Tianjin Municipal Government. This scenic vista is a distinctive feature of Panshan Mountain and ranks among the “Ten Sights of Jinmen.” It evolved from the ancient “Evening Rain over Panshan,” one of the “Eight Views of Jizhou.” The term “Three Plates” refers to Panshan’s three celebrated realms, while “Evening Rain” denotes the misty clouds at dusk. In the vibrant spring of March, peach, apricot, and pear blossoms blanket the mountains; as the east wind sweeps over the ridges, the ground seems covered with a flurry of bright snow. When the spring breeze stirs, petals drift down like showers of blossoms. In midsummer, at twilight, after a brief rain clears to reveal a clear sky, clouds, mists, and veils of haze enshroud the peaks—neither fully sunny nor truly rainy—hence the name “Three‑Plate Evening Rain.” Moreover, Panshan’s topography and climate give rise to a unique spectacle: its breathtaking scenery shifts with elevation and the changing seasons, creating a natural marvel described as “snowflakes drifting on the upper slopes, misty drizzle in the middle, and the setting sun bathing the lower reaches.” As one poem puts it: “The lofty peaks spout jade‑like pearls, coaxing willow branches to stretch wide; the pool reflects the Three Plates, and the intoxicating scene lingers, impossible to leave.”
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