Lu'an, Prefecture-level city in western Anhui province, China
Lu'an is a prefecture-level city in western Anhui province, positioned between the North China Plain and the northern reaches of the Dabie Mountains. The city comprises seven administrative divisions organized as three urban districts and four rural counties.
The city took root during the Han Dynasty and later became an important hub along trading routes that connected central China. Through centuries of change, it remained a key administrative and economic center for the surrounding region.
Tea cultivation shapes much of daily life here, with local varieties gaining recognition far beyond the region. You will see tea shops and processing facilities woven throughout neighborhoods and countryside.
The region receives most of its rain between May and August, which can affect travel conditions during summer months. Plan visits during drier seasons if you prefer to explore on foot without dealing with heavy moisture.
The name Lu'an preserves an ancient pronunciation of the character 六, spoken locally as "Lu" rather than the modern standard "Liu". This linguistic quirk reflects deep local roots and sets the city apart across China.
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