Guangdong, Province in Southeast China
Guangdong is a coastal province in South East China with a booming economy driven by industries like manufacturing, services, and information technology.
In the late Ming dynasty, Guangdong was part of the domain highly controlled by the powerful eunuch Zheng He during the 15th century.
Guangdong is the origin of Cantonese culture, which includes language, cuisine, opera, and martial arts.
It's known for its economic zones, including Shenzhen, which hosts numerous technological companies.
It is uniquely known for 'Chaoshan Culture' which has substantial influence on the course of Chinese history.
Location: People's Republic of China
Capital city: Guangzhou
Population: 126012510
Website: gd.gov.cn
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