Liaoning, Province in Northeast China
Liaoning is a coastal province known for its vast and diverse landscape that includes mountains, plains and coastline.
During the Qing Dynasty, Liaoning served as a strategic political and military base.
The region's cuisine, Liaoning cuisine, is one of the Eight Great Traditions of Chinese culinary arts.
Shenyang, its capital, is a transport hub with an international airport and high-speed rail connections.
Its industrial base, part of the Northeastern rust belt, underwent major transformations in the 21st century.
Location: People's Republic of China
Inception: 1907
Capital city: Shenyang
Population: 42591407
Website: ln.gov.cn
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap