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Rhythm of Nanpan: A Drop’s Millennium Echo

02.09.2026

Rhythm of Nanpan: A Drop’s Millennium Echo

Today's topic of the "Our River is the Main Heroine" project is again the majestic Nanpan. The next presentation about it is delivered to us by students of Qujing Normal University: Wang Die, Shi Yanan&Karimov Anushervon.

Hello everyone. I am a drop of water from the Nanpan River. Today, I invite you on my thousand-year journey—Rhythm of Nanpan: A Drop's Millennium Echo.

The Source of Three Rivers

I was born on Maxiong Mountain, at 23.5°N and 112.5°E, 2,444 meters above sea level. This is the source of three great rivers. As a clear spring, I start the gentle journey of the Pearl River.

The Faces of One River

I flow through mossy springs and dense forests, cross the plateau like a water town, carve spectacular karst canyons, and nourish 208 rare bird species. My everchanging beauty paints the land.

The Memory of Water

I nurtured the splendid Cuan Culture. I witnessed the timeless art of the Two Cuanshi Steles, and embraced the Buyi Song Festival and Yi Torch Festival. I am the cradle of diverse civilizations.

The Scars of Progress

Uncontrolled development once hurt me deeply. Water quality dropped, ecosystems degraded, and I bore the silent cost of reckless growth. This was a urgent warning from nature.

The Rebirth of River

Thanks to the "River Chief + Chief Prosecutor" system, I have been reborn. My water quality excellent rate reached 100%, forest coverage exceeds 98%, and fish species tripled. I was honored as China's Most Beautiful River.

The Call of the River

I call on you to cherish my natural and cultural value. We can move toward sustainability through green industry, eco-tourism, cultural heritage protection, and clean water governance.

The Gift of the River

I am the green spine of cities, a powerhouse for west-to-east power transmission, and the irrigation artery of Luliang Basin. I support food security and sustain countless lives.

The Promise of Tomorrow

From mountain spring to broad river, I shape landscapes and nurture civilizations, connecting nature and humanity. Protecting the Nanpan River is protecting our roots and future.

Thank You

I flowed before you.

I flow through you.

I will flow beyond you.

I am a single drop. But millions of me make the Nanpan.

Millions of choices make the future. Protect the river.

Protect who we are. Thank You



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