Linfen’s historical geographical environment

Yaodu, known as the first capital of China, is located in the Fen River Valley in the southwest of Shanxi Province. It is connected to Changzhi and Jincheng by the Taihang Mountains to the east, adjacent to the Luliang area along the Luliang Mountains to the northwest, and separated from Shaanxi by the Yellow River to the west. Facing each other, it is separated from Jinzhong area by Hanxinling in the north and borders Yuncheng area in the south. The Fen River runs through the entire territory from north to south, forming the Linfen Basin along the river. The part of Luliang Mountain that extends to Linfen is called Gushe Mountain, and the peak standing to the west of Linfen is called Pingshui or Jinshui. The ancient Linfen City was located in the current Jindian Town area. It was named Pingyang because the city was built on the Yangtze River. It is said to be "Pingyang, the capital of Yao". It was also called Wanniu City because the city resembled a lying cow. Linfen City has a long history. In ancient times, Pingyang County, Pingyang County and Pinghe County were successively established here. In the third year of Emperor Kaihuang's reign in the Sui Dynasty (AD 583), it was renamed Linfen County and is now Linfen City. The geographical coordinates are 35°23′-36°57′ north latitude and 110°22′-112°34′ east longitude. The whole region governs 3 cities and 14 counties. It has a total area of ??20,280 square kilometers, governs 3 cities and 14 counties, has a population of 3.58 million, and the urban population is more than 200,000.

This area has a warm temperate semi-humid continental monsoon climate with four distinct seasons and significant climate characteristics: spring is windy and less rainy, summer temperatures are high, autumn is rainy, and the air is dry in season.

After every year of construction and development after liberation, great progress has been made in all aspects of social and economic development, and an industrial base has been initially formed that focuses on raw coal, coke machinery, steel, and electric power, as well as chemical industry, building materials, light industry, The national economic system consists of complete categories of agricultural materials. Linfen is famous throughout the country for its Flower and Fruit City. The city’s green coverage accounts for more than 20% of the city’s construction area. All major streets in the city have been initially greened. There are Lishu Street, Shishu Street, Hongguo Street, and Sakura Street, along the streets. More than 1,500 fruit trees have been planted, more than 500 flower beds have been built, more than 1 million shade trees of various types, and more than 10,000 street trees. In spring, summer and autumn, the city is full of colorful flowers and fragrant fruits.

The Linfen area has complex and diverse natural conditions and a long cultural history, forming rich and colorful natural and cultural tourism resources. The area is mountainous, with majestic and steep peaks, mountainous areas that mark all living beings, clear and gushing springs, and rare and precious animals and plants. "Xiandonggou" is famous for its majestic beauty, silence and concealment. "Hukou Waterfall" is the world's largest "yellow waterfall". It sounds like the roar of thunder in the courtyard, and looks like the shooting of neon lights. It is now known as one of the national tourist attractions. "Dragon" Zici Spring and Huoquan "are named after a group of springs gathered together and spit out from the dragon's mouth carved from bluestone. There are many ancient ruins, ancient buildings, sculptures, and residences in this area, and they are of high ornamental value. Guangsheng Temple, Houma Jin Kingdom Ruins, Dingshu Site is well-known in China as a national cultural relic protection unit, with more than ten scenic spots including Qianfo Nunnery, Dongyue Temple, Yao Temple Palace, Hongdong Ancient Sophora Tree, Dingcun Ming and Qing Dwellings, and Ming Dynasty Prison (Susan Prison) with exquisite architecture and beautiful scenery. The pleasant style is unique. As the symbol of Linfen City (the seat of the regional administration), Linfen has a long history and a large number of talents. Wei Qing and Huo Qubing were the capitals of the Han Dynasty generals. He is a native of Linfen. He left a famous name for fighting against the invasion of the Huns. He is a famous and influential general in ancient China.