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Introduction of Liuzhi Special Zone in Guizhou, China

Located in the western part of Guizhou Province in China, Liuzhi Special Zone is subordinate to Liupanshui City, and is the only county-level administrative zone named "Special Zone" in China. Located on the eastern slope of the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau, with an average altitude of about 1,350 meters, it has a subtropical monsoon climate with an average annual temperature of 14.5°C. The total area of the district is 1,792 square kilometers. The district has a total area of 1,792 square kilometers, with 9 towns and 6 townships under its jurisdiction, inhabited by 32 nationalities such as Han, Yi, Miao and Buyei.

Characteristic Resources of Liuzhi Special Zone

Liuzhi has rich coal resources and unique cultural tourism resources. The Sheep Place River Scenic Spot is famous for its lakes and mountains, and the well-preserved Ming and Qing architectural complexes in the ancient town of Yankou are listed as a famous historical and cultural town. The Suoqa Ecological Museum is the first ecological museum in China, which completely records the unique culture of the Longhorn Miao, a branch of the Miao ethnic group. The special zone also produces kiwifruit, tea and other agricultural products, and Liuzhi Rock Foot Noodle is a traditional cuisine renowned both inside and outside the province.

Transportation and Development Status

Liuzhi has convenient transportation, with the Hukun High Speed Railway and Huangzhi Railway passing through the area, and only 50 kilometers away from Liupanshui Yuezhao Airport. In recent years, it has focused on the development of coal deep processing, green agriculture and eco-tourism, and has been awarded the honorary title of "China's Famous Green County" and "National Advanced County in Science and Technology Progress", and is becoming an important energy base and tourist destination in western Guizhou.