Situated in southwest Liaoning Province with a population of 2,900,000, the city of Jinzhou is well known for its convenient transportation facilities. Richly endowed in mineral resources, Jinzhou boasts remarkable petroleum and chemical factories. Jinzhou is also known for its peanut production. Scattered throughout the city are numerous historical sites and cultural items with histories of over 3000 years. Jinzhou also excels in culture and the arts, supporting a Chinese opera troupe and a troupe of acrobatic performers. The area under the jurisdiction of Jinzhou covers 10,295 square kilometers. Jinzhou’s location makes it an important city for military affairs and transportation with the main Northeast railway line passing through the city proper.
