Xiongguan District, Administrative district in Jiayuguan City, China.
Xiongguan District is an administrative area in Jiayuguan City located between the Loess Plateau and Gobi Desert. The district encompasses several residential communities situated at an elevation of approximately 1660 meters.
The district was established in 2009 as part of administrative reorganization in Jiayuguan City. This restructuring reflected modernized governance for the growing urban population.
Nine distinct communities, including Fumin, Shengli, and Greenification, form the social fabric of this district with a population of 91,670 inhabitants.
The district operates on UTC+8 time and has well-organized residential communities for visitors to explore. It helps to familiarize yourself with the local administrative structure to navigate the various areas easily.
The district sits at the intersection of the Loess Plateau and Gobi Desert experiencing extreme temperature swings. This geographic location creates varying weather conditions that shape the daily rhythms of residents.
Inception: 2009
Elevation above the sea: 1,662 m
GPS coordinates: 39.80000,98.25000
Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:01
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