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Mianyang City is located in the northwestof Sichuan province on the middle and upper reaches of the Fujiang River. It neighbors Nanchong, Suining, Deyang and Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture within the province, and is bordered by Gansu Province in the north. Mianyang has always been the political, economical and cultural center of Northwest Sichuan throughout history, and is the bridge between Northwest and Southwest China.
Facts of Mianyang
Chinese Name: 绵阳市 (mián yáng shì)
Population: 5,290,000
Area: 20,249 square kilometers (7,818 square miles)
Nationalities: Han
Administrative Division: 2 districts (Fucheng, Youxian); 5 counties (Santai, Yanting, Anxian, Zitong, Pingwu); 1 autonomous county (Beichuan Qiang Autonomous County); 1 county-level city (Jiangyou)
Seat of the City Government: No.74, east section Linyuan Road, Fucheng District,Mianyang City
History of Mianyang
Mianyang, called Fujun in ancient times, had advanced in agriculture during the Qin (221BC-206BC) and Han (206BC-220AD) dynasties. It has a history of over 2,200 thousand years since the Emperor Gaozu of Han established the first county in this area in 201BC. Due to its advantageous geographic location, it had always been a town of great military importance and formed a natural defense for Chengdu.
Geography of Mianyang
Mianyang is situated in the northwestern edge of Sichuan Basin. The terrain of the city slopes downward from northwest to southeast. The northwestern mountainous area occupies over sixty percent of the city’s territory, and the ratio of plains to hills is respectively 22 percent to 16 percent.
What to see in Mianyang?
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| Beichuan Qiang Tourism Zone | Doutuan Mountain | Li Bai's Former Residence |
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| Pingwu Baoen Temple | Baxijia Ancient Village | Fule Mountain Scenic Area |
When to visit Mianyang?
The area features a subtropical monsoon climate, and the weather is relatively moderate with an annual average temperature of 19-21℃ (66.2-69.8℉). Mianyang weather also has four distinct seasons, but winter is comparatively warmer. The area is favorable for visiting all the year round but, especially in May and October.
How to get to Mianyang?
Mianyang Nanjiao Airport is located in the southern outskirts of the city proper, operating flights to Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou. Bus No.48 will take you to the airport from downtown.
The Central Bus Station is located in the West Gate of the city, at the juncture of Mianyang Railway Station and Jichang Da Dao. Apart from this bus station, Pingzheng, Nanfu and Fule are all principal stations of the city. Buses to Jiuzhaigou can be found in Pingzheng bus station.
Mianyang Travel Tips
Local Highlights: Beichuan Qiang Autonomous County and Pingwu County are closely connected with Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous County. Within the two counties, there are many Tibetan and Qiang towns with strong local ethnic content.
Special Local Delicacies: Guoguodian steamed stuffed bun, Xi Liang Fen (cold jelly), Guan Guan Tang (pot soup), Cai Dou Hua (tender bean curd with special sauce), Pian Fen (noodles made of mung bean) and crisp cake of Zitong County.
Useful Telephone Numbers:
Tourist Complaints: 0816-96927
Weather Forecast: 121
Zip Code Inquiry: 184
Bank of China: No.46, Fucheng Road, Fucheng District
China Post: No.48, west section of Linyuan Road, Fucheng District
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