Dragon Boat Races are Jimei's real drawing card. Held every fifth day of the fifth Luny month, these races have been held for at least a couple thousand years, and teams from all over the world compete in Jimei's exciting event. For more, turn to the section on "Chinese Festivals."

Mr. Tan made the 300x800m Dragon Boat Pond in 1952, and also constructed 10 dragon boats, each capable of holing 16 rowers. Jimei has been famous for dragon boat races ever since.

The pond is surrounded by seven Chinese pavilions of different styles, called the "Seven Stars Fall to Earth". Mr. Tan designed the two pavilions in the center of the lake; they are named "Lonely Star Accompanies the Moon".