Wangjiang Lou Gongyuan Park is located two kilometers east of Chengdu, on the south bank of the Jinjiang River. The park is renowned because the famous poet, Xue Tao (768-831), once lived here. She originally came from Chang'an and later moved to Chengdu with her father. After his death, she ran into financial difficulties and became a singer. However, she is best known for her poetic work, which was acknowledged and admired by her contemporaries. Because Xue Tao loved bamboo, which she regarded as a symbol of modesty and self-control, over 100 types of bamboo were planted on the grounds in her honor. Wangjiang Lou Tower, offering a view of the river, is located within the park. It is 30 meters high and very elegantly constructed, the two lower stories being rectangular and the two top ones octagonal.