a dazzling display of beautiful things; a feast for the eyes; diverse and abundant

enamel; enamelware

Shi Lang (1621–1696), Chinese admiral who served under the Ming and Qing dynasties

(old) tooth enamel (still in use in Taiwan)

Mt Langya in eastern Anhui Province

a metaphor for a collection of literary masterpieces or people of extraordinary talent

Langya, a district of Chuzhou City, Anhui

Captain William M Lang (1843-), British adviser to the Qing north China navy during the 1880s

to ask for or borrow money

mythical fairy realm

glittering jewels; fine gems