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Nantong, Prefecture city in Jiangsu, China

Located on the northern bank of the Yangtze River, Nantong spans 8,544 square kilometers and maintains a population of 7.7 million inhabitants.

Zhang Jian established the first modern cotton mills in 1899, marking the beginning of Nantong's transformation into a major manufacturing center.

The Nantong Museum preserves local artifacts, traditional textiles, and historical documents that represent the development of this Jiangsu region.

The Sutong Bridge connects the city directly to Shanghai, while the Nantong Xingdong International Airport provides domestic and international flight connections.

The city includes eight distinct administrative districts, including Chongchuan, Gangzha, and Tongzhou, each contributing to its industrial and commercial growth.

Location: Jiangsu

Elevation above the sea: 3 m

Shares border with: Suzhou

Website: https://nantong.gov.cn

GPS coordinates: 31.98288,120.88730

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:02

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