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Municipality of China
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Tianjin (天津 Tiānjīn) is one of the largest cities in China, boasting a population of 14.5 million (2024). It neighbors Beijing, with the province of Hebei in between. Tianjin is divided into the old city and the Binhai New Area.Tianjin is about 120 km from Beijing, connected by high-speed rail in about 30 minutes. It serves as a major port for the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region.
The central districts of Tianjin include Hebei District, Hedong District, Heping District, Hexi District, Hongqiao District and Nankai District.
The suburban and rural districts of Tianjin include Baodi District, Beichen District, Dongli District, Jinghai District, Jinnan District, Ninghe District, Wuqing District and Xiqing District.
Northernmost district, a rural area with the Great Wall zigzagging through from Beijing.
Special zone for advanced industry, financial reform, and innovation, where many international companies have established branch offices.
By train
Tianjin Railway Station, sometimes known locally as the 'East Station', is the main station in Tianjin.
By car
Some spots in Tianjin, including roads and bridges, have names from Dr. Sun Yat-sen's Three Principles of the People (for example, Minquan Gate on Zhonghuan Road).g. Beiyang Road).
By bus
Tianjin is well connected with other cities via bus. The price from Beijing is about ¥30.
By boat
Tianjin is connected by passenger boat to Dalian and Incheon, South Korea. Ferry services to Incheon operate several times per week. The crossing takes about 24 hours.
By taxi
Taxis are abundant.7 per km thereafter).7 for every five minutes (cost is exempt for less than five minutes). Avoid taxis from near the railway station.
By metro
The Tianjin Metro is extensive with about 300 km system length and 10 lines with a flurry of lines opening in 2024 and 2025, expanding the system to over 500 km (London Underground for comparison is…
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