Xuancheng

Xuancheng is an administrative center in southeast Anhui Province, spanning varied landscapes with mountains, hills, and valleys near the lower Yangtze River basin. The city sits in a region shaped by river systems and natural terrain.

The region was part of the Danyang Commandery during the Western Han dynasty, with Wanling serving as its administrative center in antiquity. This early structure established the area as an important administrative location.

The area is known for making Xuan paper, writing brushes, and ink stones that have been used for centuries in Chinese calligraphy and painting. These crafts remain part of daily life and local identity today.

The city connects to major centers through the Anhui-Jiangxi Railway and Beijing-Taipei High-Speed Rail Corridor, making travel to the region convenient. Visitors should check weather patterns before planning trips, as the hilly terrain can influence conditions.

The Anhui Research Center for Chinese Alligator Reproduction operates within the city as a breeding and conservation program for this native species. This work makes the location a center for saving these rare reptiles from extinction.