City Guide:

Leshan is on the southwest of Sichuan Province, covering an area of 20,000 square kilometers with a population of 6.59 million.

The land of Leshan descends from southwest to northeast with rich forest and water energy resources. Mineral deposits include rock salt, bittern, limestone, and saltpeter.

It is a major manufacturer of salt and a large hydropower base in the southwest of China. The Gongzui hydropower station on the Dadu River is a regional power grid.

The city has convenient road transportation facility. The Chengkun railway line (Chengdu to Kunming) runs through Leshan. Along the Min River, ferries can sail from Leshan to Yibin.

The city also has many scenic spots and historical relics. Emeishan Scenic Area includes Emeishan Mountain and Gaint Buddha.

Local products and specialties include tea, oranges, grapes, lychee, and fermented beancurd