2. Among the 28 constellations gradually formed in China since Shang and Zhou Dynasties, one constellation is called Hibiscus. According to the position of the stars in ancient astronomy, hibiscus is located over Jingzhou. There is a little star next to the night, named Changsha Star.
3. So there is a saying in history that Changsha is named after Changsha Star. For example, Zhang Qian, a native of the Tang Dynasty, said in Changsha Landmark: "Astronomical Changsha has a star, which is on the side of four stars. The upper is Chen Xiang and the lower is the county. " The so-called "down to the county" refers to Changsha city. "Shi Ming Tian Wenzhi" also said: "Changsha Xiaoxing, next to Changsha." Changsha county annals. "Collection" also said: "The name of Changsha, next to Changsha Star, is divided into its domain, so it is a cloud." Because of the name of Changsha Star, there are many records and great influence, some scholars often associate Changsha with Changsha Star when writing poems, calling Changsha "Star Sand".
4. In a poem praising the scenery of Changsha, Han Yu, a famous writer in the Tang Dynasty, called Changsha "Star Sand". The poem said: "A good place to go, bypass the green hills, climb up your sleeves and accumulate haze. The scenery of Xingsha can be condensed, and Sang Ma is partial to flowers. "
5. In the county annals of Changsha, the name "Xingsha" can be seen in many places in Changsha. Today, Changsha people still call Changsha Xingsha. Now Xingsha refers to Xingsha Town, the resident of Changsha County Government.