[1] The area has been inhabited since prehistoric times with over 190 archaeological sites having been uncovered.

a county called Shangju (上邽)[2] was established in current Qingshui.

It is the birthplace of Zhao Chongguo (赵充国), a famous Han dynasty general.

Crops that are grown include wheat, corn, artichokes, beans, as well as economic crops such as Chinese medicinal plants, flax, sunflower, hemp, vegetables, and flowers.

[1] Qingshui County is divided to 15 towns and 3 townships:[6]