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An Introduction to Nanjing City

Nanjing,
Last updated: Jan 09, 2009  First posted: Feb 19, 2006
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Nanjing is situated on the middle and lower reaches of the Yangzi river in eastern China. The city covers an area of over six thousand square kilometers with a population of over 6.2 million.

As the capital of Jiangsu province, Nanjing is an important cultural and education center. The city boasts many of the province’s top universities and colleges. The city’s notable student population consists of both native Chinese and foreigners. Read more...

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An Introduction to Wuhan

Wuhan,
Last updated: Aug 15, 2009  First posted: Apr 03, 2009
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Wuhan (武汉), located at the confluence of the Changjiang (长江) and Hanjiang Rivers (汉江) is the capital of Hubei (湖北) province.  It is most famous for its lakes.  In fact, it is called “the town of one thousand lakes" because once one reaches the east side of Wuhan, they may feel as if the lakes are endless.
 
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History of Xiamen

Xiamen,
Last updated: Jan 08, 2009  First posted: Jan 08, 2009
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The first recorded mention of Xiamen dates back to the Song Dynasty (960-1279). At the time tXiamen was known as “Jiahe Island,” or in English, "Isle of Abundant Crops". The island was fortified in the 14th century during the Ming dynasty to defend against pirates and Japanese forces. Read more...

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A Brief Introduction to Ningbo

Ningbo,
Last updated: Jan 10, 2009  First posted: Jan 08, 2007
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A View of Ningbo’s City Skyline from Moon Lake Read more...

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An Introduction to Yangzhou

Yangzhou,
Last updated: Apr 01, 2009  First posted: Jan 08, 2009
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Lying just north of the Yangtze River, Yangzhou was a major trade center on the Grand Canal. Yangzhou is only an hour bus ride from Nanjing, and three hours from Shanghai. Emperors used to visit Yangzhou by boat to enjoy its distinct architecture and famously beautiful women, among other things. Yangzhou reached its heyday over a thousand years ago as a salt distribution center during the Tang Dynasty. Read more...

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