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| {{short description|City and province-level municipality of China}} | | {{short description|Major city in northern China}} |
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| | name = {{raise|0.2em|Tianjin}}
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| | native_name = {{lower|0.1em|天津市}}
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| | native_name_lang = zh
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| | other_name = Tientsin, T'ien-chin
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| | settlement_type = [[Direct-administered municipalities of China|Municipality]]
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| | image_skyline = {{multiple image
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| | border = infobox
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| | total_width = 280
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| | image_style = border:1;
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| | perrow = 1/2/2/2
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| | image1 = Panoramic View from Tianjin TV Tower East(small)(2008-08).JPG
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| | image2 = 炫彩津门11Tianjin Eye and Haihe River.jpg
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| | image3 = Saint Joseph Cathedral (Tianjin) far.jpg
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| | image4 = Tianjin Train Station.JPG
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| | image5 = Tianjin IMG 4567 Hai River - Tianjin WFC Jin Tower - Tianjin Maoye Mansion.jpg
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| | image6 = CBD_of_TBNA_2011.jpg
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| | image_caption = Clockwise from the top: Panorama of the city from [[Tianjin Radio and Television Tower]], [[St. Joseph Cathedral (Tianjin)|St Joseph Cathedral]], [[Tianjin World Financial Center]], Panorama of [[Binhai]] New Area, [[Tianjin railway station]], [[Tianjin Eye]]
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| | image_map = {{maplink|frame=yes|plain=yes|type=shape|stroke-width=2|stroke-color=#000000|zoom=6}}
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| | image_map1 = Tianjin in China (+all claims hatched).svg
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| | map_caption1 = Location of Tianjin Municipality within China
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| | coor_pinpoint = [[:zh:天津世纪钟|Tianjin Century Clock]] Plaza
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| | subdivision_type = Country
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| | subdivision_name = People's Republic of China
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| | established_title = Settled
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| | established_date = ca. 340 BC
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| | seat_type = Municipal seat
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| | seat = [[Hexi District]]
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| | parts_type = Divisions<br /> - [[County-level division|County-level]]<br /> - [[Administrative divisions of the People's Republic of China#Township level|Township-<br />level]]
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| | parts = <br />[[List of administrative divisions of Tianjin|16 districts]]<br />240 towns and townships
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| | government_type = [[Direct-administered municipalities of China|Municipality]]
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| | leader_title = [[Party chief of the Communist Party of China|CPC Secretary]]
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| | leader_name =[[Li Hongzhong]]
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| | leader_title1 = Mayor
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| | leader_name1 =[[Liao Guoxun]]
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| | total_type = Municipality
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| | area_footnotes =
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| | area_total_km2 = 11946
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| | area_land_km2 = 11609.91
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| | area_water_km2 = 186
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| | area_urban_km2 =11609.91
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| | area_metro_km2 =5609.9
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| | elevation_footnotes =
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| | elevation_m = 5
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| | elevation_max_m = 1,078
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| | elevation_max_point = [[Jiushan Peak]]
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| | population_total = 15,621,200
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| | population_as_of = 2016 estimation
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| | population_density_km2 = auto
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| | population_urban = 15,621,200
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| | population_urban_footnotes = (2018)<ref>{{Cite book|url=http://www.demographia.com/db-worldua.pdf|title=Demographia World Urban Areas. 14th Annual Edition|last=Cox|first=W|publisher=Demographia|year=2018|location=St. Louis|pages=22|access-date=June 15, 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180503021711/http://www.demographia.com/db-worldua.pdf|archive-date=May 3, 2018|url-status=live}}</ref>
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| | population_metro = 12,491,300
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| | population_metro_footnotes = <ref name="oecd2015"/>
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| | population_demonym = Tianjinese<br />Tianjiner
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| | postal_code_type = [[Postal code of China|Postal code]]
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| | postal_code = '''3000'''00 – '''3019'''00
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| | area_code = [[Telephone numbers in China|22]]
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| |iso_code = [[ISO 3166-2:CN|CN-TJ]]
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| | blank_name_sec1 = GDP
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| | blank_info_sec1 = 2019<ref name="GDP2019">{{cite web|url=http://tj.people.com.cn/n2/2018/0311/c375366-31329265-2.html|script-title=zh:天津市2017年国民经济和社会发展统计公报|publisher=Statistical Bureau of Tianjin|language=zh-cn|date=March 11, 2018|access-date=June 22, 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180622115943/http://tj.people.com.cn/n2/2018/0311/c375366-31329265-2.html|archive-date=June 22, 2018|url-status=live}}</ref>
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| | blank1_name_sec1 = - Total
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| | blank1_info_sec1 =¥1.41 trillion<br/>$217 billion
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| | blank_name_sec2 = City flower
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| | blank_info_sec2 = [[Rosa chinensis|Chinese rose]]
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| | website = {{url|www.tj.gov.cn}}
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| | leader_title2 = Congress Chairman
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| | leader_name2 = [[Duan Chunhua]]
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| | leader_title3 = Conference Chairman
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| | leader_name3 = [[Sheng Maolin]]
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| | timezone = [[China Standard Time|CST]]
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| | utc_offset = +8
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| | blank2_name_sec1 = - Per Capita
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| | blank2_info_sec1 =¥112,823 <br/>$17,357
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| | blank3_name_sec1 = [[Human Development Index|HDI]] (2018)
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| | blank3_info_sec1 = 0.850<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://globaldatalab.org/shdi/shdi/?interpolation=0&extrapolation=0&nearest_real=0|title=Sub-national HDI - Subnational HDI - Global Data Lab|website=globaldatalab.org|access-date=2020-04-17}}</ref> ([[List of administrative divisions of the People's Republic of China by Human Development Index|3rd]]) – <span style="color:#090;">very high</span>
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| | blank4_name_sec1 = [[Licence plates of the People's Republic of China|Vehicle registration]]
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| | blank4_info_sec1 = {{lang|zh-cn|津A}}, B, C, D, F, G, H, J, K, L, M<br />{{lang|zh-cn|津E}} (taxis)
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| | blank5_name_sec1 = Abbreviation
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| | blank5_info_sec1 = TJ / {{zh|c={{linktext|津}} |p=jīn |labels=no}}
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| }}
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| {{Infobox Chinese
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| |pic=Tianjin_(Chinese_characters).svg
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| |piccap= "Tiānjīn" in Chinese characters
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| |picupright=0.5
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| |c={{linktext|lang=zh|天津}}
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| |p={{Audio|Zh-Tianjin.ogg|Tiānjīn|help=no}}
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| |w=T{{asper}}ien<sup>1</sup>-chin<sup>1</sup>
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| |bpmf=ㄊㄧㄢ ㄐㄧㄣ
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| |gr=Tianjin
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| |mi={{IPAc-cmn|t|ian|1|.|j|in|1}}<br/>{{nowrap|{{IPA|/tʰiɛn˨˩ tɕin˨˩/}} ([[Tianjin dialect|locally]])}}
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| |psp=Tientsin
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| |j=Tin1zeon1
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| |ci={{IPAc-yue|t|in|1|.|z|eon|7}} ''or'' {{IPAc-yue|t|in|1|.|z|eon|1}}
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| |y=Tìnjèun ''or'' Tīnjēun
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| |wuu=Thie<sup>平</sup>-tsin<sup>平</sup>
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| |poj=Thian-tin
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| |showflag=p
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| |l="The Emperor's Ford"{{efn|A number of alternative etymologies are sometimes given; see the [[#Names|names]] section.}}
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| A major industrial center in northeastern [[China]] on the Grand Canal near the Yellow Sea; 3rd largest city in China. '''Tianjin''' ({{IPAc-cmn|AUD|zh-Tianjin.ogg|t|ian|1|.|j|in|1}}),<!--Chinese in infoboxes: MOS-ZH--> [[Postal Map Romanization|alternately romanized]] as '''Tientsin''', is a [[Direct-administered municipalities of China|municipality]] and a coastal [[metropolis]] in [[North China|Northern China]] on the shore of the [[Bohai Sea]].
| | '''Tianjin''' ({{zh|c=天津|p=Tiānjīn}}) is a major city in northern [[China]] and one of the four [[direct-administered municipalities of China]]. It is located along the coast of the [[Bohai Sea]] and is part of the [[Bohai Economic Rim]]. Tianjin is known for its historical significance, cultural heritage, and economic importance. |
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| It is one of the [[National Central City|nine national central cities]] in [[Mainland China]]<!--government official designation; do not change away from PRC per [[WP:NC-CN]]-->, with a total population estimated at 15,621,200 in 2016, according to [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tianjin Wikipedia].
| | ==Geography== |
| | Tianjin is situated in the northeastern part of the [[North China Plain]], bordered by [[Hebei Province]] to the north, south, and west, and the [[Bohai Sea]] to the east. The city covers an area of approximately 11,946 square kilometers. The [[Hai River]] flows through the city, providing a vital waterway for transportation and trade. |
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| | ==History== |
| | Centre = Tianjin
| | Tianjin has a rich history that dates back to ancient times. It became a significant city during the [[Ming dynasty]] when it was established as a garrison town. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Tianjin was opened to foreign trade and settlement, leading to the establishment of several foreign concessions. This period of foreign influence is reflected in the city's diverse architectural styles. |
| | North = [[Chengde]] (Hebei)
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| | Northeast = [[Tangshan]] (Hebei)
| | ==Economy== |
| | East = ''Bohai Gulf''
| | Tianjin is one of the leading industrial and commercial centers in China. The city has a diverse economy with key industries including [[manufacturing]], [[finance]], [[logistics]], and [[technology]]. The [[Tianjin Economic-Technological Development Area]] (TEDA) is a major hub for foreign investment and economic development. |
| | Southeast = ''Bohai Gulf''
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| | South = [[Cangzhou]] (Hebei)
| | ==Culture== |
| | Southwest = Cangzhou (Hebei)
| | Tianjin is known for its unique cultural heritage, which includes traditional [[Chinese opera]], [[folk art]], and [[cuisine]]. The city is famous for its local snacks such as [[Goubuli baozi]] and [[Jianbing]]. Tianjin also hosts several cultural festivals and events throughout the year. |
| | West = [[Langfang]] (Hebei)
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| | Northwest = Langfang (Hebei) and Beijing
| | ==Education== |
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| | Tianjin is home to several prestigious universities and research institutions, including [[Nankai University]] and [[Tianjin University]]. These institutions contribute to the city's reputation as a center for higher education and research. |
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| | ==Transportation== |
| | Tianjin has a well-developed transportation network, including an extensive system of [[highways]], [[railways]], and [[public transit]]. The [[Tianjin Binhai International Airport]] serves as a major hub for domestic and international flights. The city's port, the [[Port of Tianjin]], is one of the largest in the world and plays a crucial role in international trade. |
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| | ==Tourism== |
| | Tianjin offers a variety of attractions for tourists, including historical sites, museums, and parks. Notable landmarks include the [[Tianjin Eye]], a giant Ferris wheel on the Hai River, and the [[Five Great Avenues]], a district known for its European-style architecture. |
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| | ==Related pages== |
| | * [[Beijing]] |
| | * [[Shanghai]] |
| | * [[Chongqing]] |
| | * [[Guangzhou]] |
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| == Tianjin ==
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| <gallery>
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| File:Tianjin_Eye_and_Tianjin.jpg|Tianjin
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| File:于家堡金融区1.jpg|Tianjin
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| File:盘山顶峰_-_Summit_of_Mount_Panshan_-_2015.10_-_panoramio.jpg|Tianjin
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| File:Taipingzhai_to_Huangyaguan_11_(4921514174).jpg|Tianjin
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| File:Tianjin_Station_03.jpg|Tianjin
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| File:21471-Tianjin_(49063757341).jpg|Tianjin
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| File:天津中央商务区8.jpg|Tianjin
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| File:Tianjin_20051107.jpg|Tianjin
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| File:望海楼教堂.jpg|Tianjin
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| File:天津海河望南方向.jpg|Tianjin
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| File:Main_Building_of_Peiyang_University_since_1903.jpg|Tianjin
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| File:东莱银行大楼.jpg|Tianjin
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| </gallery>
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| <gallery>
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| File:Tianjin_Eye_and_Tianjin.jpg|Tianjin
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| File:于家堡金融区1.jpg|Tianjin
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| File:盘山顶峰_-_Summit_of_Mount_Panshan_-_2015.10_-_panoramio.jpg|Tianjin
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| File:Taipingzhai_to_Huangyaguan_11_(4921514174).jpg|Tianjin
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| File:Tianjin_Station_03.jpg|Tianjin
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| File:21471-Tianjin_(49063757341).jpg|Tianjin
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| File:天津中央商务区8.jpg|Tianjin
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| File:Tianjin_20051107.jpg|Tianjin
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| File:望海楼教堂.jpg|Tianjin
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| File:天津海河望南方向.jpg|Tianjin
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| File:Main_Building_of_Peiyang_University_since_1903.jpg|Tianjin
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| File:东莱银行大楼.jpg|Tianjin
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| </gallery>
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| <gallery>
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| File:Tianjin Eye and Tianjin.jpg|Tianjin Eye and Tianjin
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| File:于家堡金融区1.jpg|于家堡金融区
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| File:盘山顶峰 - Summit of Mount Panshan - 2015.10 - panoramio.jpg|Summit of Mount Panshan
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| File:Taipingzhai to Huangyaguan 11 (4921514174).jpg|Taipingzhai to Huangyaguan
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| File:Tianjin Station 03.jpg|Tianjin Station
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| File:21471-Tianjin (49063757341).jpg|Tianjin
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| File:21336-Tianjin (49063761436).jpg|Tianjin
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| File:天津中央商务区8.jpg|天津中央商务区
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| File:Tianjin 20051107.jpg|Tianjin
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| File:望海楼教堂.jpg|望海楼教堂
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| File:天津海河望南方向.jpg|天津海河望南方向
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| File:Main Building of Peiyang University since 1903.jpg|Main Building of Peiyang University since 1903
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| </gallery>
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Major city in northern China
Tianjin (Chinese: 天津; pinyin: Tiānjīn
) is a major city in northern China and one of the four direct-administered municipalities of China. It is located along the coast of the Bohai Sea and is part of the Bohai Economic Rim. Tianjin is known for its historical significance, cultural heritage, and economic importance.
Geography
Tianjin is situated in the northeastern part of the North China Plain, bordered by Hebei Province to the north, south, and west, and the Bohai Sea to the east. The city covers an area of approximately 11,946 square kilometers. The Hai River flows through the city, providing a vital waterway for transportation and trade.
History
Tianjin has a rich history that dates back to ancient times. It became a significant city during the Ming dynasty when it was established as a garrison town. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Tianjin was opened to foreign trade and settlement, leading to the establishment of several foreign concessions. This period of foreign influence is reflected in the city's diverse architectural styles.
Economy
Tianjin is one of the leading industrial and commercial centers in China. The city has a diverse economy with key industries including manufacturing, finance, logistics, and technology. The Tianjin Economic-Technological Development Area (TEDA) is a major hub for foreign investment and economic development.
Culture
Tianjin is known for its unique cultural heritage, which includes traditional Chinese opera, folk art, and cuisine. The city is famous for its local snacks such as Goubuli baozi and Jianbing. Tianjin also hosts several cultural festivals and events throughout the year.
Education
Tianjin is home to several prestigious universities and research institutions, including Nankai University and Tianjin University. These institutions contribute to the city's reputation as a center for higher education and research.
Transportation
Tianjin has a well-developed transportation network, including an extensive system of highways, railways, and public transit. The Tianjin Binhai International Airport serves as a major hub for domestic and international flights. The city's port, the Port of Tianjin, is one of the largest in the world and plays a crucial role in international trade.
Tourism
Tianjin offers a variety of attractions for tourists, including historical sites, museums, and parks. Notable landmarks include the Tianjin Eye, a giant Ferris wheel on the Hai River, and the Five Great Avenues, a district known for its European-style architecture.
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