Jieyang, Prefecture-level city in Guangdong, China
Description
Jieyang is a prefecture-level city in eastern Guangdong that serves as an important administrative and economic hub for the region. It consists of several administrative districts and spreads across a large area with diverse geography and urban structure.
History
The settlement began during the Qin Dynasty over 2,000 years ago and later became an important trade center. It gained its current status as a prefecture-level city in 1991 as part of administrative restructuring.
Culture
The local language is Chaoshan Min, a regional dialect distinct from Cantonese spoken nearby, reflecting the area's own linguistic traditions.
Practical
The city is well connected by air through a modern international airport that serves destinations across the country. Visitors will find developed infrastructure for exploring the various districts and surrounding areas.
Did you know?
The city is China's leading center for jade cutting and trade, with thousands of specialized shops throughout the area. This industry has become one of the backbones of the local economy and shapes the city's character significantly.
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Chaozhou Museum
28.7 km
Guangji Bridge
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3.8 km
Temple of Han Yu
32.2 km
Kaiyuan Temple
31.1 km
Shantou Bay Bridge
46 km
Xingfu Mansion
31.3 km
Queshi Bridge
38.1 km
Jinxianmen Gate Tower
2.2 km
Yuanshan Temple
98.3 km
Ancestral Hall of Huang Jilue
31.2 km
Jieyang Confucian Temple
2.1 kmLingshan Temple
26.5 km
Ancestral Hall of Tan Hiok Nee
29.7 km
Wenguang Pagoda
40.2 kmShantou Tropic of Cancer marker tower
26 km
Guanyin of Tangpu Village
9 km
Thai Buddha Temple of Kaiyuan Temple
32.1 km
Former Residence of Ding Richang
2.3 km
Shuangfeng Temple
20.8 kmLongtan Reservoir
70.1 km
Shantou City Xitang
38.3 km
Peifeng Pagoda
17.6 km横江水库
58.7 kmShiliutan Shuiku
58.5 km龙颈水库
32.9 km秋风岭水库
40.6 km新西河水库
15.4 km
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