Weinan

Weinan (Chinese: 渭南; pinyin: Wèinán) is a prefecture-level city in east-central Shaanxi province, northwest China.

The city lies on the lower section of the Wei River confluence into the Yellow River, about 60 km (37 mi) east of the provincial capital Xi'an, and borders the provinces of Shanxi and Henan to the east.

As a significant area between the ancient Chinese capital Xi'an and Luoyang, Weinan has a long history.

On the morning of 23 January 1556, the deadliest earthquake on record with its epicenter in Huaxian killed approximately 830,000 people, destroying an 840 kilometre-wide (520 mi) area.

The municipal executive, legislature and judiciary are in Linwei District, together with the CPC and Public Security bureaux.

Located on the important Longhai railway, almost all Chinese major cities can be reached through the train.

A shuttle bus connects the Weinan Railway Station with the airport frequently throughout the day.

A smaller airport is under construction in Huazhou District to serve the tourism of Hua Mountain.

3Prefecture capital status established by Heilongjiang Province and not recognized by Ministry of Civil Affairs.

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Xiyue Temple was first built in the Han dynasty
Weinan Drum Tower, built in the Ming dynasty
Weinan North railway station is connected by two high-speed railways.