| Zhengzhou City, is the capital city of Henan Province. Zhengzhou covers an area of 7,446.2 square kilometers, governing six districts, five cities and one township, including Gongyi city which is the birthplace of Dufu, a world famous poet, Xinzhen city where Huang emperor, the ancestor of Huaxia civilization was born. |
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Situation
Zhengzhou City is located in the centre of China with the Yellow River in the north and Huang-huai Plain in the south. To its East is Kaifeng, an ever capital city of seven dynasties and another ancient capital city Luoyang lies to the westabout 760 km south of Beijing and 480 km east of Xian. Thanks to this important position, the city has prospered.
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Weather & Temperature
With a pleasant climate, Zhengzhou is welcoming all year round. The hottest month is July and the average temperature is about 27 C (80.6 F) while the coldest month is January with an average temperature of -0.2 C (31.64 F). Autumn and spring are the best and the peak tourist seasons.
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Travel in Zhengzhou
The city is a national historical and cultural city and also the first destination for any Henan Tour. The ancient city was the capital of Shang Dynasty at 3,500 years ago. A long history has left Zhengzhou with many cultural and historic sites. Shaolin Temple situated at the foot of Mt. Song is the cradle of Shaolin Kong Fu. If you are interested in Chinese Kong Fu, the temple and the performances must be seen. |
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Transportation
Transportation provision in the city is excellent. Arriving and departing, whether by air, train or bus, is a smooth process as Zhengzhou is a center of transportation in middle China.
By Air - Xinzheng International Airport (CGO) is situated in Xinzheng City, about 37 km southeast from Zhengzhou downtown. It handles around 48 domestic airlines covering 56 destinations within China, Along with two regional routes, to Hong Kong and Macau and International airlines with flights to Thailand, Malaysia, Japan, Singapore and Korea.
By Train - Zhengzhou Railway Station, sitting in the center of Zhengzhou, is the junction of two major railway lines, those of Jing - Guang (Beijing to Guangzhou) and Long - Hai (Lanzhou to Lianyungang). As one of the largest passenger transport stations in China, you can travel to most Chinese cities from Zhengzhou Railway Station.
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Welcome to Zhengzhou
You can find various grades of hotels inside and near the city. With comprehensive facilities, they provide safe and clean places to stay at a reasonable price. As a provincial capital, Zhengzhou is the height of fashionable entertainment and shopping in Henan, For anyone interested in Chinese ancient history and wishing to know more on it, Zhengzhou is one city that should not be missed. - Just to explore the Zhengzhou for yourself! |
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