Baqiao District facts for kids

Baqiao District (which is pronounced like Bah-chee-ow Chee-oo) is a cool area located in the eastern part of Xi'an, a big city in Shaanxi province, China. It's named after the Ba River that flows through it.

Baqiao District covers an area of about 324.5 square kilometers. That's roughly the size of 45,000 football fields! In November 2010, nearly 600,000 people called Baqiao their home. Many people in this district work in factories that make textiles, like spinning thread and weaving fabric.

What is Baqiao District?

Baqiao District is one of the many districts that make up the large city of Xi'an. Think of it like a borough or a specific neighborhood within a big city. It's an important part of the region, known for its history and its role in making goods.

Where is Baqiao Located?

Baqiao is found on the eastern side of Xi'an, which is a very old and famous city in China. Xi'an itself is in the central part of China, in a province called Shaanxi. The Ba River, which gives the district its name, is a significant natural feature of the area.

What Do People Do in Baqiao?

A lot of the work in Baqiao District is related to spinning. This means making thread or yarn from fibers like cotton or wool. These threads are then used to weave fabrics for clothes and other products. So, many people in Baqiao work in textile factories, helping to create materials that are used all over the world.

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  The Longhai railway in Baqiao District, with the Chang'an Pagoda in the background