Kaifeng

The municipality extends over 6,247 square kilometers along the southern bank of the Yellow River, containing both urban districts and rural counties.

The city functioned as the capital of the Northern Song Dynasty from 960 to 1127, reaching a population between 600,000 and 700,000 during the 11th century.

The city maintains the tradition of chrysanthemum cultivation that spans 1,600 years, with dedicated gardens and annual festivals in spring and autumn.

The city center features a preserved wall structure measuring 14.4 kilometers in circumference, enclosing major historical monuments and cultural attractions.

Kaifeng housed one of China's earliest Jewish communities, contributing to its status as a multicultural center during medieval times.

Location: Henan

Elevation above the sea: 75 m

Shares border with: Zhengzhou, Xinxiang

Website: http://kaifeng.gov.cn

GPS coordinates: 34.79500,114.34500

Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:37