Changde

Changde extends along the Yuan River banks, encompassing urban districts and six counties with a population exceeding 5 million inhabitants across northwest Hunan province.

The region transformed from a tribal control point in the 2nd century BCE to a major commercial center by 1905, when it opened for international trade.

The three-kilometer Poetry Wall alongside Yuan River displays engraved classical Chinese verses, making it the longest artistic wall installation in China.

The city connects to major destinations through rail networks and express highways, while medium-sized ships transport grain, cotton, and timber via waterways.

Archaeological excavations at Pengtoushan revealed evidence of early rice cultivation, suggesting this area could be the origin point of rice farming in China.

Location: Hunan

Elevation above the sea: 35 m

Website: https://changde.gov.cn

GPS coordinates: 29.03966,111.68390

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:42