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- Liuzhou has a history of more than 2,100 years. The city was founded in 111 B.C. when it was known as Tanzhong (潭中; '"Center of Deep Pool"'). In 742 A.D. it became known as Longcheng (龙城; '"Dragon City"'), after the Long River, before finally changing to Liuzhou (柳州; '"Willow Prefecture "') after the Liu River in 1736.
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In Yuan Dynasty, Liuzhou belonged to Guangxi Province. Ming and Qing Dynasty. During Ming Dynasty, Liuzhou changed its name to Liuzhou prefecture in 1368.
Liuzhou appears in the Chinese saying 生在苏州, 活在杭州, 吃在广州, 死在柳州. Born in Suzhou, live in Hangzhou, eat in Guangzhou, die in Liuzhou. because, in the past, the city was known for its coffins, made from firwood, camphor wood, and sandalwood, [14] which are said to preserve the body after death.
Jul 7, 2023 · From its picturesque landscapes and iconic landmarks to its vibrant markets and delectable local cuisine, Liuzhou has something to entice every visitor. In this article, we will explore 45 fascinating facts about Liuzhou that will give you a deeper understanding of this charming city.
Liuzhou, city, central Zhuang Autonomous Region of Guangxi, southern China. Liuzhou, the second largest city in Guangxi, is a natural communication centre, being situated at the confluence of several tributaries that form the Liu River, which flows southward into a tributary of the Xi River.
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Hunan-Guangxi Railway (Hengyang - Pingxiang, a.k.a. Xiang-Gui Line), Jiaozuo-Liuzhou Railway (Jiaozuo - Zhicheng - Liuzhou, a.k.a. Jiao-Liu Line) Railway and Guizhou-Guangxi Railway (Guiyang - Liuzhou, a.k.a. Qian-Gui Line) make Liuzhou the center of freight transportation in Guangxi.
Jul 22, 2024 · Chinese Name: 柳州 (liǔ zhōu) Population: 3,904,700. Area: 18,600 square kilometers (7,181 square miles) Location: in the north-central part of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, southwestern China.
Liuzhou is famed for its Rare Stone, known as "Chinese Stone Capital". Basic Information • Chinese Name: 柳州 • Location: South of China, North central of Guangxi • Dialing code: (+86) 0772 • Zip code: 545000 • Area: Liuzhou has an area of 18618 square kilometers • Main attractions in Liuzhou: Dalongtan Park, Liuhou Park ...
