FIND CHINA introduces Changsha

Changsha is the capital city of Hunan, a province of South-central China, located on the lower reaches of Xiangjiang River, a branch of the Yangtze River. It covers an area of 11,819 sq.

Changsha has a monsoon climate within the sub-tropical zone, with annual average temperature being 16.8°C–17.2°C, 4.6°C in January and 28.6°C in July. Average annual precipitation is 1422 mm., and the yearly frost-free period is 275 days. The four seasons are distinct. Summer is long and broiling, with heavy rainfall, and autumn is comfortable with abundant sunlight. In winter, it is nearly rainless and not very cold, changing to rainy and wet weather with rapidly increasing temperatures in the spring.

Changsha is well connected by roads, river, rail, and air transportation modes, and is a regional hub for industrial, tourist, and service sectors. Public Transport: The city's public transportation system consists of an extensive bus network with over a hundred lines as well as taxis. Most roads have wide, segregated bike lanes for cyclists. Roads: National Highway 109, Changsha, Zhuzhou, Xiangtan Express Way both connects the Changsha metro area nationally. There are two main bus terminals in Changsha: South Station and West Station, dispatching long- and short-haul trips to cities within and outside Hunan Province. River: major rivers surround Changsha, including the Xiangjiang, the Liuyanghe, and the Laodaohe. Ships transport people and goods in these waterways. Rail: Changsha Railway Station is located at city centre and provides express and regular services to most cities in China. Air: Changsha Huanghua International Airport is a regional hub for China Southern Airlines, which serves major cities in China, including Hong Kong. Other major airlines also provide daily service between Changsha and other domestic and international destinations.

Changsha is based on Hunan Cuisine. It is known for its delicate use of pepper, which results in a pungent flavour. In Changsha, you can try some authentic Hunan dishes, such as Spicy Young Chicken, Zuyan Shark's Fin, Braised Eel, Chicken, Dove and Sparrow and Changsha marinated Crispy Duck. The snacks of Changsha are also appealing in terms of its taste, appearance and variety. .