Taiyuan is the hub of transportation for the Shanxi Province, easily reached by air, rail and road. The rail system, originally used extensively by the city's coal industry, is extremely popular with both locals and visitors. It is the starting point of ... Read More>>

Taiyuan has four long distance passenger stations: East Passenger Station, West Passenger Station, Taiyuan Jiannan Station and Taiyuan Long-Distance Passenger Station. Buses from Taiyuan mainly go to destinations within Shanxi Province, the two most popular ... Read More>>

There are, unfortunately, only a few nice party bars in Taiyuan. However, local KTVs grace almost every street corner, making your stay in Taiyuan the perfect opportunity to overindulge in inebriated karaoke. Read More>>

Vital Statistics (2006) GDP: RMB 101.3 billion GDP per Capita: RMB 29,497 Economic Growth Rate: 11.5% Population: 2.79 million (urban) – 0.65 million (rural) FDI: US$138 million Annual Average Wage: RMB21, 424 Government Effectiveness Rating: 97th ... Read More>>

Taiyuan Wusu International Airport (TYN) Taiyuan Wusu International Airport is situated 16 kilometers from the city centre in the southeastern outskirts of Taiyuan. A variety of daily domestic flights operate out of the airport, including Beijing (1.5 hrs), ... Read More>>

Fen Jiu & Zhu Ye Qing 汾酒和竹叶青 Shanxi Mature Vinegar 山西老陈醋 Duanmu Inkstone 段亩砚 Polished Lacquer Wares 推光漆器 Dough Sculptures 面塑 Fen Jiu & Zhu Ye Qing 汾酒和竹叶青 Fen Jiu and Zhu Ye Qing are two wines that originated in Taiyuan and ... Read More>>

The city of Taiyuan is covered by nearly 70 bus lines, which wind across the urban area into the suburbs. Within the city, all journeys cost 1 RMB, with longer journeys into the suburbs and beyond costing more depending on distance. Passengers can buy ... Read More>>

Taiyuan covers nearly 7000 square kilometers, 211 square kilometers of which is urban. It is a relatively small city, with a population of around 4.2 million. Of the total resident population, 2,151,715 are males, accounting for 51.21% and 2,049,876 are ... Read More>>

• GDP: RMB 208.0 billion (2011) • Per Capita Disposable Income of Urban Residents: RMB 17,258 (2010) • Economic Growth Rate: 9.9% (2011) • Resident Population: 4.2 million (2010) • Unemployment Rate: 4% (2010) • Enrollment Rate ... Read More>>

Though goods are not extraordinarily varied – you'll see many of the same items in shop after shop – this is Shanxi Province's best shopping destination. Other than the shopping centers and areas listed below, there are other, less explored ... Read More>>

Shanxi Noodles 山西面条 Shanxi is known for its assortment of savory noodles that have been kneaded into different shapes and sizes. Mao Erduo noodles are so named for their similarity to cat’s ears, while others, such as Pulled Noodle and Fried Oat ... Read More>>

Taiyuan Tou Nao 太原头脑 Guan Chang 碗托 Jellied Bean Curd 豆腐脑 Taiyuan Tou Nao 太原头脑 This hearty, cold-weather soup is filled with chunks of diced mutton, sweet potato and lotus. Qing He Yuan Restaurant Add: No. 97 Qiaotou Jie, Taiyuan Tel: ... Read More>>

Taiyuan is the capital city of Shanxi Province, located in north China about 550 km southwest of Beijing. The city has a long history dating back to the Spring & Autumn Period. In ancient times, it was known as an important military fortress of northern ... Read More>>

Shanxi Province has numerous train lines, which are used to transport both freight and passengers between the province and the rest of China. Popular destinations that can be reached directly from Taiyuan include Beijing (3.5 hrs), Shanghai (13.5 hrs), ... Read More>>

Taiyuan sits just north of the Loess Plateau in Shanxi Province, about 110°30' east and 113°9' north, and is fringed on three sides by mountains. The climate is dry: the city receives about 450 mm (18 inches) of rain a year, and no snow in winter, ... Read More>>

Taiyuan is at its best during the months from May to October when the weather is warmest. During spring, though the temperature is mild, the city is subjected to strong winds which make this an uncomfortable time to visit; contact lens users should wear ... Read More>>

Shanxi cuisine, also known as "Jin cuisine" is characterized by the pleasantly sour flavors that pervade many of its dishes. Since vinegar is a regional specialty product and export, the fragrant sauce is commonly added during the preparation ... Read More>>

The entertainment on offer in Taiyuan is not up to the cosmopolitan pizzazz of cities like Beijing and Shanghai, but there should be something to keep most visitors busy. A visit to the Liuxiang Shopping District is high on the list of most trips to the ... Read More>>

Bell Tower Street 钟楼街 So named for the Buddhist bell tower that long ago stood nearby, this bustling commercial district is now home to Fenjiu Dasha, Dongfang Department Store and Jinge Cothing Store. Many smaller shops are tucked away among the Qing ... Read More>>

China Country Code Number: 0086 Taiyuan City Code Number: 0351 Emergency & Most Commonly Used • Fire: 119 • First Aid: 120 • Police Station: 110 • Check Telephone Number: 114 • Weather Report: 12121 • Report a Traffic ... Read More>>

The car-rental companies in Taiyuan vary greatly in price, so visitors are advised to shop around. Most companies will also arrange chauffer-services on request, which may work out to be not only more convenient for drivers unfamiliar with China’s ... Read More>>

Traveling by taxi in Taiyuan is a convenient option and costs around the same as in most large Chinese cities: a flat fee of 8 RMB covers the first 3 kilometers and the meter clocks 1.1 RMB per kilometer after that. There is a distance surcharge for trips ... Read More>>

Taiyuan' reputation as an industrial capital has often meant that visitors overlook the historical importance of Shanxi province and attractions that Taiyuan has to offer. In recent years, the city has made a concerted effort to promote a green agenda and ... Read More>>