Also known by the romantic name of Dreaming of the Tiger Spring, Running Tiger Spring (Hupáomèngquán) is just five kilometers south of West Lake and is one of China's best-known springs. Legend has it that the spring was discovered by a monk around AD 819 who, during a time of drought, dreamed he would be led to a source of water by two tigers. To celebrate the discovery, a number of fine statues of tigers have been built overlooking the springs and its curative mineral waters, which flow at an impressive 80 gallons per second (it's also famous for enhancing the flavor of locally grown Longjing tea, served in a nearby teahouse and across the region). Note that the surface tension of the water is unusually high and can be tested by placing a small coin on the surface and watching it float.

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