Zhangzhou
Also known as Chiang-chiu, Tsiang-tsiu, Chincheo, Tchang-teheou, Chiangchew
bezirksfreie Stadt in Fujian, China
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Zhangzhou is a major city in Fujian Province in southeastern China, located near the Taiwan Strait. It's an important regional center that, along with Quanzhou, surrounds the nearby prefecture of Xiamen in a strategically significant coastal area.
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Place details
- Locality
- 芗城区
- Region
- 福建省
- Country
- 中国
- Population
- 589,831
- Timezone
Travel guide
Understand
Prefecture consists of: Xiangcheng District (芗城区), Longwen District (龙文区), Longhai City (龙海市), Changtai County (长泰县), Dongshan County (东山县), Hua'an County (华安县), Nanjing County (南靖县), Pinghe County (平和县), Yunxiao County (云霄县), Zhangpu County (漳浦县), Zhao'an County (诏安县)
Get around
The city has extensive local bus service, with several routes extending to outlying suburbs (some of which are really cities in their own right, such as Longhai).
Buy
Longhai Peanut Sauce: Longhai County is famous for its peanut sauce, which is rich in flavor and is often used in cooking, such as for stewed chicken and grilled dishes, or as a spread for bread. Zhangzhou Lychee: Lychee from Zhangzhou is a local specialty fruit known for its sweet taste and juicy flesh. Zhangzhou lychee is commonly consumed fresh and is also used to make lychee candies and other products. Zhangzhou Taro Pastries: Taro pastries are a popular type of pastry made primarily from taro. They have a crispy outer layer and a delicious filling, making them a delightful snack. Longhai Dried Oysters: Dried oysters from Longhai County are a traditional seafood product made through sun-drying. They have a unique flavor and are often used as a snack or ingredient. Zhangzhou Wenchang Chicken: Wenchang chicken is a local poultry specialty known for its tender meat. It is commonly used to prepare the traditional dish known as Wenchang chicken rice. Zhangzhou Wax Apples: Wax apples from Zhangzhou are a unique fruit with juicy flesh and a refreshing taste. They are typically enjoyed fresh and are also processed into products like fruit juice and ice cream.
Eat
Zhangzhou is most famous for its lor mee (卤面 lǔmiàn) braised noodles, the original version of a dish that's become even more well-known as an element of Singaporean, Malaysian, and Indonesian cuisine. Other famous local specialities include muah chee (麻糍) and the local version of oyster omelette (蚵仔煎), which is different from the version in neighbouring Xiamen and the Taiwanese version, being crispier and served with pickled radish on the side.
Drink
Zhangping White Tea: Zhangping, a city in the Zhangzhou region, is famous for its representation of white tea, known for its fresh white hair (buds) and tender leaves. Varieties of Zhangping white tea include Silver Needle (Yin Zhen) and White Peony (Bai Mu Dan), which have a mild flavor and high health benefits.
Article · Deutsch
Zhangzhou (chinesisch 漳州市, Pinyin Zhāngzhōu shì, veraltet nach Post Changchew) ist die südlichste der neun bezirksfreien Städte der chinesischen Provinz Fujian. Sie ist in China bekannt als Stadt der Narzissen (水仙花, shuixianhua).Zhangzhou hat eine Küstenlinie von 680 Kilometer Länge mit vielen natürlichen Tiefwasserhäfen. Es grenzt an die Nachbarprovinz Guangdong im Südwesten und an die Stadt Xiamen im Nordosten. Außerdem hat es über die Lage an der Taiwanstraße Zugang zum Pazifik. Zhangzhou ist in China bekannt für den Anbau einer Reihe von tropischen Früchten und Blumen.
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