Anhui facts for kids

Anhui in China

Anhui (pronounced An-hway) is a province located in the eastern part of China. Think of a province like a large state or region within a country. Its capital city is Hefei, which is a very important city in Anhui. The total area of Anhui is about 139,400 square kilometers, which is roughly the size of a country like Greece. In 2017, about 62.5 million people lived there, making it quite a populated area!

Cities and Regions

Anhui is divided into many different areas, mostly big cities and the regions around them. These are called "prefecture-level divisions." Each of these divisions has its own capital city. This helps manage the large population and different parts of the province.

The capital city, Hefei, is the biggest and most important. It's a center for business, education, and transportation. Other major cities include Fuyang, which has a very large population, and Wuhu, which is an important port city along the Yangtze River.

Here are some of the main cities in Anhui:

• Hefei - The capital city, known for its science and technology.
• Fuyang - One of the most populated cities in Anhui.
• Wuhu - An important city for trade and shipping.
• Bengbu - A city with a long history, located on the Huai River.
• Huangshan - Home to the famous Huangshan Mountains.
• Suzhou - Not to be confused with the larger Suzhou near Shanghai.
• Anqing - An old city with a rich cultural background.

Images for kids

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  Map showing the different cities and regions in Anhui.

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  The old town of Sanhe, Feixi County.

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  A government building in Fuyang City.

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  Farmlands in Anhui, showing the province's agricultural side.

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  A high-speed train at Hefei railway station, showing modern transportation.

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  Hefei South Railway Station, a major transport hub.

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  An entrance to the metro system in Hefei.

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  Xiyan Temple, an example of traditional architecture.

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  The library at the University of Science and Technology of China.

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  The Main Campus of Hefei University of Technology.

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  The East Campus of University of Science and Technology of China.

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  Ancient Villages in Southern Anhui – Xidi and Hongcun, famous for their traditional architecture.

See also

In Spanish: Anhui para niños