得文人盛宠 趵突泉实至名归

Baotu Spring Enjoys Public Esteem and Well-deserved Reputation

趵突泉,南靠千佛山,东临泉城广场,北望大明湖,泉水澄澈清冽,水盛之时,“泉源上奋,水涌若轮,突出雪涛数尺,声如隐雷”,犹如“平地涌出白玉壶”,也似“万斛珠玑尽倒飞”,是最早见于古代文献中的济南名泉,位居济南七十二名泉之冠,被誉为“天下第一泉”。

Bao Tu Teng Kong(literally means“the water of Baotu Spring gushes high into the air”),one of the eight spectacular scenery of Jinan,unfolds before our eyes thanks to the continuously rising groundwater level.Wang Zhenfan,former member of the Party committee and full-time vice president of Jinan federation of Literary and An Circles,finds it highly attractive,even intensely magnetic during his many visits to the spring.To Wang Zhenfan,the scenic spot takes on a fascination the longer he watches.The elaborate setting of green,crystal-clear spring against yellow glazed tiles and red pavilion pillars forms a dreamlike atmosphere.Throughout the area,the views are a constant source of surprise and delight.There are many inscriptions by famous people around the spring,letting tourists immerse themselves in a rich culture heritage.The natural and cultural landscapes triggered Wang Zhenfan’s instinctual desire for creation.He has presented us with a calligraphy work“Ode to Baotu Spring”by Pu Songling to admire the city’s rich history,vibrant culture.