Shanxi

The region encompasses a vast rectangular territory spanning 156,000 square kilometers with numerous mountain ranges and the extensive Loess Plateau covering two-thirds of its area.

During the Spring and Autumn period from 722 to 403 BC, the area formed the state of Jin before splitting into three separate states of Han, Zhao, and Wei.

The province contains over 70 percent of China's preserved buildings from before the Song dynasty, including Buddhist temples, ancient city walls, and traditional residences.

The province connects to major cities through Taiyuan airport, extensive railway networks, and highways, making travel convenient between Beijing, Xian, and other destinations.

The region holds one-third of China's coal deposits within major coalfields at Datong, Ningwu, and Xishan, contributing substantially to national energy production.

Location: People's Republic of China

Capital city: Taiyuan

Shares border with: Henan, Shaanxi, Inner Mongolia, Hebei, Shijiazhuang, Baoding, Zhangjiakou, Anyang, Handan, Xingtai, Xinxiang, Jiaozuo, Jiyuan, Luoyang, Sanmenxia, Weinan, Yan'an, Hohhot, Ulanqab

Website: http://shanxi.gov.cn

GPS coordinates: 37.87333,112.56444

Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:27