" Border Town " was famous for describing the local customs and natural scenery of Xiangxi. The following are some of the characteristics of the environment described in the novel: 1. Natural scenery: The novel mainly described the landscape scenery of Xiangxi area, including Cuihua Mountain, Fenghuang Ancient City, Furong Town and other scenic spots. These scenic spots all have unique geomorphology and climate characteristics such as towering mountains, clear water, clouds and fog, etc. 2. The culture of ethnic minorities: The novel shows the multiculturalism of Xiangxi by describing the local customs and traditional culture of ethnic minorities such as Miao, Yao and Tujia. 3. Living habits: The novel depicted the living habits of the people in Xiangxi, such as the Miao girl's Water Splashing Festival, the Tujia people's dragon sacrifice ceremony, the Yao family's Yao Flower Festival, etc. These customs reflected the local cultural inheritance and national characteristics. 4. The economic situation: The novel shows the economic situation and people's living standards in Xiangxi by describing the economic situation of Fenghuang Ancient City and other towns. War and turmoil: The novel also described the wars and turmoil in Xiangxi, such as the Miao people's autonomy war, the Anti-Japanese War, etc. These events reflected the historical background and people's lives at that time.