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Introduction to Huize, Yunnan, China

Located in the northeastern part of China's Yunnan Province, Huize County, part of Qujing City, is situated in the zone of the main peaks of the Wumeng Mountains and on the east bank of the Jinsha River. With an altitude of 2,120 meters above sea level and a total area of 5,886 square kilometers, this historical and cultural city is famous for its unique copper merchant culture and ancient architectural complexes of the Ming and Qing dynasties. The ancient city of Huize has preserved 108 guilds and temples, including the Jiangxi Guild Hall and the Huguang Guild Hall, and is known as the "capital of guilds".

Natural and Cultural Heritage

Huize is home to natural wonders such as Dahai Cao Mountain and Yulu Earth Slit, as well as the wintering grounds of the world's rare bird, the black-necked crane, etc. In 2013, Huize Ancient City was listed as a National Famous Historical and Cultural City, with sites such as the former residence of Tang Jiyao and the Shucheng Han Tomb Cluster in its territory bearing witness to the history of copper transportation for thousands of years. Spotted Copper Craft and Cave Scripture Music are listed as national intangible cultural heritages.

Specialty Products and Tourism

Huize produces high-quality potatoes, brine pomegranates and Leye chili peppers, and has a well-developed highland specialty agriculture. Recommended tourist hit spots include the Eli River Scenic Area, ancient villages such as Baiwu Village in Nagu Township, and Nian Lake for viewing black-necked cranes in winter every year. The county is 200 kilometers away from Kunming with convenient transportation, making it an important destination for humanistic eco-tourism in northeast Yunnan.