Handan

In Hebei province

Handan is one of China's oldest cities, in southern Hebei, once the capital of the ancient Zhao state and the source of countless Chinese idioms. Nearby Guangfu Ancient City is a cradle of Tai Chi. It has a temperate monsoon climate. High-speed rail and an airport connect it to Beijing and Zhengzhou. For an international student, Handan offers deep classical history, martial-arts heritage, and low living costs.

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Handanخبي
Population~9.4 million (prefecture)
ClimateTemperate monsoon; hot humid summers and cold, dry winters.
MetroNone
AirportHandan Airport (HDG)Train stationHandan East Railway Station +1Hospitals2Universities2Int'l schools1

🗺️ Main districts

HanshanCongtaiFuxingGuantao

🏯 Top landmarks

Congtai TerraceXiangtangshan GrottoesGuangfu Ancient CityWa Emperor Palace

🍜 Famous foods

Donkey-meat sandwichErmao braised chickenHandan noodlesSesame flatbread

📸 Photos of Handan

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📷 Photos from Wikimedia Commons (freely licensed).

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