TianJin Overview

Tianjin is 85 miles southeast of Beijing. It is one of the four municipal cities under the direct jurisdiction of the Chinese central government and is the largest industrial city and port in northern China.

Historical changes in past 600 years have made Tianjin a unique place, mingling both ancient and the modern Chinese and Western styles.

As a famous city with a long history and culture, Tianjin has rich tourism resources. Three scenic spots have been set up: a tourism attraction of the downtown sightseeing spot along the Haihe River and cultural relics as well as the memorial location of the revolutionary struggle; the Tanggu seaside recreational area characterized by the Port of Tianjin, mainly by the harbor, salt plant and oil field; and the Jixian County sightseeing district famous for natural scenic spots and cultural relics.