Tianjin (Chinese: 天津; pinyin: Tiān Jīn) is one of the four municipalities under the leadership of the central government. It is the largest coastal city in northern China and is called the “Diamond of Bohai Gulf”. Its urban area is the third largest in China, ranked only after Beijing and Shanghai. Tianjin is located at the southern part of the Haihe River, 50 kilometers to the seaside and only 120 kilometers from the capital.
Tianjin has been an important industrial and commercial city in Chinese history, and became one of the most important comprehensive industrial bases in the country. With the abundant resources of oil, gas and sea salt, it has a variety of industries with automobile, electronic, chemical and refining sections developing rapidly. More over, the progress of the Economic and High-tech Development Zone in Tanggu is recognized throughout the nation and called the “Northern Shekou”.
With the rapid development of the economy, the tourism in Tianjin also develops with a fast speed. Tianjin has beautiful scenery in the downtown area along the riverside. Visiting to Tianjin, the 10 Grand Scenes you can not miss. The 10 Grand Scenes include Tianjin Tower, Huangyaguan Great Wall, Mount Panshan, Dule Temple, Taku Forts, Ancient Culture Street, Haihe Riversides, Nanshi Food Street and Hotel Street, Water Park and Middle Ring Road. These 10 locations are a collection of historical sites; ancient relics, modern buildings, and beautiful sights. They are representative of Tianjin in the twenty-first century.
Tianjin Cuisines and snacks are famous and delicious, especially the Go Believe Steamed Stuffed Buns, Shiba Jie Mahua (fried dough twist) and the Erduoyan Zhagao. When go to Tianjin, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery while taste the delicious foods.