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Myths about Dongting Lake

Explore myths connected by the recurring theme of Dongting Lake across cultures, characters, and sacred places.

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Ehuang and Nüying: The Tears of the Xiang River

🐉 Chinese MythologyJunshan Island, Hunan, ChinaEhuang • Nüying • Emperor Shun

Ehuang and Nüying were the devoted wives of the legendary Emperor Shun and daughters of Emperor Yao. Following the death of their husband during a southern inspection tour, their profound grief transformed them into the goddesses of the Xiang River. Their tears fell upon the local bamboo, creating permanent purple and brown spots that characterize the 'Spotted Bamboo' found on Junshan Island...