Entering Xiaoqian in Deyang, one sleeps amidst the thousand-year-old melody of filial piety.

In Deyang, located on the Chengdu Plain, lies Xiaoqian Ancient Town, a place steeped in ancient charm and recognized as the birthplace of filial piety culture. Its history dates back to the Qin and Han dynasties. Over two thousand years ago, during the Eastern Han Dynasty, the touching story of "Three Generations of Filial Piety" unfolded here. Jiang Shi, a devoted son, resigned from his official post to care for his mother’s eye condition. His wife, Pang Sanchun, served the family with dedication, while their young son, Jiang An’an, also demonstrated filial respect despite his age. Stories such as "Spring of Leaping Carp" and "An’an Delivering Rice" have been passed down through generations and recorded in historical texts like the "Dongguan Hanji" and "Hou Han Shu." These tales have left an indelible mark of filial piety on this land. Emperor Shun of Han, moved by their acts of devotion, issued an imperial decree to build temples in their honor. Since then, Jiang Gong Temple and Jiang Xiao Temple have become sacred sites for commemorating and passing down the values of filial piety. Through the passage of time, Xiaoqian Ancient Town has preserved and carried forward this profound culture of filial piety. The town features well-arranged ancient-style architecture, lush greenery in the De Xiao City, and scenic spots like pavilions, ponds, and halls that complement each other. Statues depicting characters from the "Twenty-Four Filial Exemplars" are displayed, allowing visitors to experience the essence of filial piety culture firsthand. Beyond static structures, Xiaoqian Ancient Town actively promotes filial piety culture through various forms. Events such as the "Shangjiu Festival" and Filial Piety Culture Tourism Week have been held for years, bringing stories like "Three Generations of Filial Piety" to life on stage through drama, opera, and dance. These activities attract numerous visitors annually, showcasing the charm of filial piety culture. Filial piety culture has deeply integrated into the daily lives of Xiaoqian residents. Here, traditions like selecting "Filial Sons and Daughters-in-Law," "Little Stars of Filial Piety," and "Most Beautiful Families" are well-established. Exemplary figures such as Liao Chengju, who practice filial piety, continue to emerge, inspiring others and becoming role models. Their stories are widely shared, ensuring that filial piety culture thrives with renewed vitality in the modern era.