Foshan, Prefecture-level city in Guangdong, China
Located in the Pearl River Delta, Foshan spans 3,848 square kilometers and contains five administrative districts: Chancheng, Shunde, Sanshui, Nanhai, and Gaoming.
The city received its name in 628 CE when local residents discovered three bronze Buddha statues, leading to the designation Foshan, which translates to Buddha Mountain.
The city maintains strong traditions in ceramic production, metalworking, and martial arts, particularly through institutions like the Ancestral Temple and numerous craft workshops.
Foshan connects to neighboring cities through an extensive transportation network, including the FMetro system, two railway stations, and multiple expressways linking to Guangzhou.
The city developed into one of China's four major commercial centers by the 18th century, alongside Hankou, Zhuxianzhen, and Jingdezhen.
Location: Guangdong
Elevation above the sea: 16 m
Part of: Pearl River Delta
Website: http://foshan.gov.cn
GPS coordinates: 23.02917,113.10556
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:25
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