Gaoling County facts for kids

Gaoling County is a part of the big city of Xi'an in Shaanxi, China. It's located in the northern area of Xi'an. To its south, you'll find Weiyang District and Baqiao District. Yanliang District is to the north, and Lintong District is to the east. To the west, it borders Xianyang Municipality. Gaoling County covers an area of about 285 square kilometers (about 110 square miles). As of November 2010, around 333,477 people lived there.

Where is Gaoling County?

Gaoling County is located in the central part of Shaanxi province, which is in the northwest of China. It's known for being close to the Wei River, one of the main rivers in the region. Being part of Xi'an, it's connected to a very old and important city in Chinese history.

Gaoling's Neighbors

Gaoling County shares its borders with several other districts and cities.

• To the south, it's next to Weiyang District and Baqiao District, which are also parts of Xi'an.
• To the north, you'll find Yanliang District.
• To the east, it borders Lintong District.
• To the west, it's next to Xianyang Municipality.

These neighbors mean Gaoling is in a busy and important area of China.

What is Gaoling County Like?

Gaoling County is mostly a flat area, which is good for farming. It has a climate with clear seasons, including warm summers and cold winters. This kind of weather helps different types of crops grow. The county is also part of the larger Guangzhong Plain, which is a very fertile area in China.

Population and Size

Gaoling County is not very large in terms of land area, but it has a good number of people living there. The population of over 330,000 people means it's a lively place with communities and local activities. The size of 285 square kilometers is similar to a medium-sized city or a large town in other parts of the world.

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In Spanish: Gaoling para niños