Chrysanthemums, can you smell their sweet fragrance? Welcome to Xiaolan. It is also known as Chrysanthemum City. The aroma is just the start of Xiaolan’s story.
Xiaolan sits in the golden center of the Pearl River Delta. It is a key spot in Guangdong Province. Major airports like Guangzhou and Shenzhen are nearby. National highways run right through Xiaolan.
For years, Xiaolan has focused on industry. Hardware manufacturing is a major industry here. Electronics and audio devices are also significant. Food, beverage, chemicals, packaging, and garments thrive here. Xiaolan earned titles like “China Hardware Manufacturing Base”. It is also known as “China Electronic and Hi-fi Industrial Base”. Xiaolan even holds the title of “China Famous Town for Underwear”.
Industry boosts Xiaolan’s modern service sector. Agriculture has also modernized. In 2006, Xiaolan’s total output was 11.8 billion yuan. Tax revenue hit 2 billion yuan. Bank deposits reached 17.3 billion yuan.
Xiaolan has earned many honors over the years. It received 14 national honors and 16 provincial honors. It also gained 95 municipal honors. A top official once called Xiaolan a “pioneering town”. He saw it as a model for a well-off society.
Xiaolan keeps growing its specialized economy. Metal fittings and electronics are key industries. Food, chemicals, and clothing have also grown. This has led to titles like “China’s Metal Fitting Production Base”.
In 2007, Xiaolan’s total revenue was 42.65 billion yuan. Industrial sales made up 36.47 billion yuan of that. Commercial turnover added 13.5 billion yuan. The local GDP reached 13.6 billion yuan.
The town encourages companies to upgrade and innovate. It supports resource grouping and brand building. Many products from Xiaolan are famous brands. The town focuses on equipment manufacturing and bio-chemical industries. These industries are high in technology and efficiency. They also have less pollution and lower costs. Xiaolan aims to be resource-saving and environmentally friendly.
Xiaolan’s service industry is growing fast. There are many markets around town. You can find supermarkets and international chain stores here. There are hotels and restaurants with local flavors. New plazas and residential areas improve living conditions. Xiaolan Cultural and Art Product Base supports innovation.
Xinshi Village is in the center of Xiaolan. It was founded in the Southern Song Dynasty. It has been Xiaolan’s center for politics, economy, and culture for 800 years.
Xiaolan is a “National Garden Town”. It has a large town area with convenient transport. Xiaolan Port handles many containers each year. There is a logistics center and waterworks. Power plants and substations provide energy. Sewage disposal works protect the environment. Xiaolan has a good medical network. A light rail makes it easy to reach other cities.
The government helps businesses with high-quality services. It supports small and medium-sized enterprises. It offers services like consulting and training. Technology centers help companies innovate. Financial services support businesses. Xiaolan welcomes investors from around the world. Many foreign companies have set up bases here.
Xiaolan is also known for its chrysanthemum festival. It occurs every year from October to November. The festival features thousands of chrysanthemum varieties. Every 60 years, Xiaolan holds a grand chrysanthemum exhibition.
Xiaolan, a town of flowers, industry, and opportunity.