Fujian Province, Republic of China facts for kids
Fujian Province (also known as Fukien Province) is a special area that is part of the Republic of China. Its official name in Chinese is Chinese: 福建省; pinyin: Fújiàn Shěng. The main city, or capital, of this province is Jincheng Township. Jincheng Township is located in Kinmen County.
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What is Fujian Province?
Fujian Province is a small part of the Republic of China. It is made up of several islands close to mainland China. Even though it's called a "province," it's much smaller than a typical province. It's important because of its history and location.
Parts of Fujian Province
Fujian Province is divided into two main areas. These are like smaller counties or districts.
Kinmen County
- Kinmen County is one of the two main parts of Fujian Province. It includes several islands. The capital city of the province, Jincheng Township, is found here.
Lienchiang County
- Lienchiang County is the other main part. It is also made up of a group of islands, often called the Matsu Islands.
Related Places
- Fujian Province, People's Republic of China: This is a much larger province on the mainland. It has the same name but is controlled by a different government.
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