Huaihua

The city extends across 27,564 square kilometers between the Wuyi and Xuefeng mountain ranges, with dense forest coverage reaching over 70 percent.

The region transformed from Qianzhong Shire during the Warring States period to become a significant transportation intersection connecting multiple Chinese provinces.

The population includes 51 ethnic groups, with the Dong, Miao, Tujia, and Yao communities maintaining their distinct traditions through festivals and performances.

Five major railway lines converge at Huaihua, making it a central transportation hub with connections to principal cities across China.

The region contains 28 percent of China's entire Dong ethnic population, who maintain their traditional architectural styles and singing practices.

GPS coordinates: 27.65948,110.14355

Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:33