“One of the country’s Top 100 counties with comprehensive tourism strength.” That’s quite an accolade for Qionglai City. We are standing at the gateway to a place steeped in history. It is a city that has been boosting its cultural industries in innovative ways.
Qionglai City is a county-level city in Sichuan Province. It falls under the administration of Chengdu. We are about 60 kilometers from downtown Chengdu. Qionglai sits on the western edge of the Sichuan Basin. The foothills of the Qionglai Mountains cradle the city to the west. Ya’an borders Qionglai to the west.
Qionglai City is more than just a geographical location. It’s a living testament to the Ba-Shu civilization. It reflects the Tianfu culture. This is Chengdu’s mainstream urban values. The city is actively bolstering its cultural industries.
In 2022, Qionglai City reached a new milestone. Its regional GDP was 40.063 billion yuan. That is $5.48 billion, a 3.8 percent year-on-year increase.
The city launched a mini-lecture program at the local Shifang Academy. This program shares the story of Qionglai in a lively way. Qionglai is known for Zhuo Wenjun. She lived from 175 BC to 121 BC. She was one of the Four Great Talented Women in ancient China.
Cultural and historical experts research Qionglai’s history. They have produced valuable research. The CPC Qionglai Municipal Committee launched the mini-lecture program. It invites local experts to share stories. This encourages more people to learn about Qionglai.
Qionglai City has a history spanning over 2,000 years. It was one of the first historical and cultural cities in Sichuan. Qionglai has contributed significantly to regional cultures.
Administratively, Qionglai City is divided into subdistricts and towns. The Qionglai City People’s Government is in Linqiong Subdistrict. You’ll find it at Wenjun Street No. 108.
Qionglai City’s location offers unique geographical features. The city stretches 68.5 km from east to west. It extends 38.5 km from north to south. The city covers an area of 1,377 square kilometers.
Qionglai City benefits from abundant water resources. The South River flows through it. So do the Zhuojiang River, Xiejiang River, and Pujiang River. These rivers total 217.15 kilometers in length. Surface water runoff reaches 991 million cubic meters. Humans can use 532.8 million cubic meters of this. Underground water can reach 106 million cubic meters. This water supports agriculture and manufacturing.
Qionglai City experiences a humid subtropical climate. The average annual temperature is around 16.8°C. Rainfall is abundant, averaging over 1,000 mm per year.
As we conclude our visit to Qionglai City remember its rich history. Think about its vibrant culture. Consider its economic achievements. Qionglai is a city on the rise. It embraces its past while striding confidently into the future.