The longest city in China, more than 100 kilometers long and less than 4 kilometers wide, is called 'Golden City'
China has a vast territory and many cities. Some urban planning is very similar, such as Beijing, Xi'an, Chengdu and other cities, the main urban area one ring plus one ring spread outwards. There are also some cities in the country, which are long and narrow belt cities. This type of city is mainly affected by the topography. For example, Baoji in Shaanxi is located in the Weihe canyon. It can only expand from east to west, and cannot build a city from north to south. There are many long and narrow cities like Baoji, and today we mainly introduce a veritable longest city in China. The main urban area of the city is more than 100 kilometers long from east to west, and the narrowest point from north to south is less than 4 kilometers.
Why is it said to be the narrowest city? The main urban area of Lanzhou is 100 kilometers from east to west, while the distance to north and south is less than 4 kilometers. It can be said that it is very far, the main reason is because of its geographical development.
Due to the influence of the river, the direction of Lanzhou is biased towards the east and the west, while the north and south are relatively weak, which results in the shortest time being less than 4 kilometers. Because Lanzhou is located in a very important geographical location in Gansu, it is very important to Gansu, so it is also called "Golden City" in history.
Many people who are familiar with Lanzhou must be aware of the topography of Lanzhou. From Xigu District of Lanzhou to the west, there is Honggu District. This is the starting point of the west of Lanzhou, and the starting point of the east is around Sangyuanzixia in Chengguan District. If the measurement tool is used, it can be measured that the distance from the starting point on the east and west sides is about 100 kilometers. The narrowest point is around the Lanhua Farm in the north and south, which is less than 4 kilometers away. For other long and narrow cities, this is unique and irreplaceable.
Of course, in addition to Lanzhou, which is more prominent, Lanzhou also integrates multiple identities. It is the provincial capital of Gansu Province, one of the important central cities in the western region, an important industrial base and comprehensive transportation hub in Northwest China, and is also the new economy of West Longhai Lanzhou. With important pivot.
Since the Tang and Song Dynasties, it has received great attention, and it has become an important traffic artery and an important commercial port on the Silk Road. A large number of merchants can be gathered here, and it can also be linked to the ethnic minorities in the Western Regions. It is an important metropolis and link for exchanges with other regions. Not only that, Lanzhou also plays an irreplaceable role in communicating and promoting cultural exchanges between China and the West.
In addition, Lanzhou is a very good summer resort both historically and now. There are rare tourism resources, and there are countless scenic spots around, such as Baita Park, Turugou, Xinglong Mountain, Wuquan Mountain, Qingcheng Ancient Town, etc., all of which are very worth visiting. I don't know what is your most impression of Lanzhou?