Hello, everyone. It is well established that rivers are not only the cradle of human civilization but also the lifeline of all living things. Today, let's walk into the Nanpan River together.

The Nanpan River originates from the eastern foot of the Maxiong Mountain, a branch of the Wumeng Mountains in Qujing City, Yunnan Province. It was formerly known as Wenshui or Panjiang and was officially designated as the source of the Pearl River in 1985.

In daily life, people like Tang Yunming set up tents along the Nanpan River. During the day, they paddle kayaks alongside friends, soaking in the river's ever-unfolding scenery; as dusk paints the sky, they gather for barbecues sharing stories and laughter with their families. Under their feet are pebbles of unknown age on the river beach, and in their ears is the gurgling of flowing water. Everything is beautiful and tranquil.

As the main source of the Pearl River, the Nanpan River has nourished diverse ethnic groups, including the Zhuang, Miao and Buyi for thousands of years. The river's folk customs are rich and varied, ranging from traditional Han to the distinctive festivals of the ethnic minorities.

During the Zhongyuan Festival, Han people release lanterns onto the river to honor their ancestors and pray for peace and prosperity in the coming year.

The Zhuang people in Shizong, sing songs about high-altitude mountain to each other as an expression of love by the river to express mutual love and devotion.

The Yi people dance and sing around the bonfire to pray for blessings. That place is full of laughter and joy. The people by the river are deeply grateful for the nourishment of the fertile land.

The Puji Bridge, spanning the Nanpan River for more than 200 years, has weathered countless changes and still stands firm, just like a true "mother river", watching over the people on both sides.

Today, the Nanpan River continues to surge forward, carrying its ancient legacy into a new era. Ecological restoration has returned its water to clarity and its banks to greenery. The younger generation, while preserving traditional crafts, is also introducing the river's culture to the world.

As Tang Yunming beautifully depicted: The Nanpan River has never been merely a scenic spot; it is a source of strength, a vessel of memory, and an eternal symbol of the harmonious coexistence and shared prosperity of nature and culture, —and of the enduring pursuit of a brighter future.

Thank you for listening!