Lantian County facts for kids

Lantian County (pronounced Lan-tee-en) is a special place in China. It's a county located in the southeast part of Xi'an city, which is in the Shaanxi province. To its south are the large Qinling Mountains.

Lantian County covers an area of about 2,000 square kilometers (about 774 square miles). In November 2010, more than 514,000 people lived there. Lantian is well-known for its beautiful Lantian jade. The main jobs for people in Lantian are agriculture (growing food) and tourism (people visiting the area).

What is Lantian County?

Lantian County is like a district or region within a larger city. It's part of Xi'an, which is a very old and important city in China. Being in the southeast means it's towards the bottom right side of the city on a map.

Where is Lantian County?

Lantian County is found in the Shaanxi province of China. This province is in the central part of the country. The county sits right next to the famous Qinling Mountains. These mountains are very important for China's geography and wildlife.

People and What They Do

In 2010, over half a million people called Lantian County home. Most people in Lantian work in two main areas:

• Agriculture: This means farming. People grow crops and raise animals to provide food.
• Tourism: Many visitors come to Lantian. This could be to see the natural beauty, learn about its history, or buy local products.

Famous Lantian Jade

Lantian County is especially famous for its unique Lantian jade. Jade is a very hard and valuable green stone. It has been used for thousands of years in China to make jewelry, sculptures, and other beautiful objects. Lantian jade is prized for its quality and appearance.