Taihu Rocks

Often, Taihu rocks are not works of nature alone, many of these rocks have been enhanced by men. Since the Song Dynasty (960-1279) masons on the shores of Lake Taihu have been engaged in the quarrying of rocks on the mountains. They would drill, chisel, grind and polish these rocks to improve their shapes and enhance their beauty. The rocks were then submerged n the lake, so the forces of nature could wash, sculpt, and restore the natural patterns of wear. To what extent the Taihu rocks are natural or enhanced varies from rock to rock.