Henan, Province in Central China
Henan, the most populous province of China, is located in the central part of the country.
Its history dates back to the Shang Dynasty, as it was the center of Chinese civilization at that time.
The Shaolin Monastery, reputedly the birthplace of Kung Fu, is located in Henan.
Henan’s capital, Zhengzhou, acts as a critical transportation hub for the entire country.
It's known for its rich reserves of fossil hominids and dinosaur remains.
Location: People's Republic of China
Inception: 1949
Capital city: Zhengzhou
Population: 99365519
Website: henan.gov.cn
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