City Guide:

Shijiazhuang is a new rising city and the capital city of Hebei province. It is located in the center south of Hebei province of North China Plain. It has 6 districts and 17 counties under its jurisdiction. The city covers an area of 15,848 square kilometers and is inhabited by a total population of 2,173 million.

The history of Shijiazhuang city can be dated back to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). After many years of development, Shijiazhuang has now become a major city in north China. It has established a comprehensive industrial structure. Shijiazhuang is also a junction area of railway, highway and postal service. The communication both around and in Shijiazhuang city is very convenient.

Shijiazhuang is rich in both cultural resources and natural resources. Xibaipo is a sacred place for communist party of China. It was once the base and center of the communist party of China during the anti-Japanese War. The great Zhaozhou Bridge, "No1 stone bridge in the world" is also located in the city of Shijiazhuang. There are many other scenic spots and places of historical interesting in Shijiazhuang city.