In the vast land of China, there are thousands of years of history and cultural accumulation, and there are countless cities that carry these precious history and culture. Among them, four cities are often mistaken for provincial capitals because of their unique charm and reputation. They are Jilin, Suzhou, Tangshan and Dali. Behind this misunderstanding, there are actually their own stories and styles.
Jilin, the name has the same name as Jilin Province, so it is often mistaken for the capital of the province. But in reality, the capital of Jilin Province is Changchun. Jilin is located at the western foot of the Changbai Mountains, upstream of the Songhua River. Whenever Jilin is mentioned, people will always think of the magnificent rime, the deep Songhua Lake and the long history. As one of the old industrial bases in Northeast China, Jilin has witnessed the rise and change of China's industry. At the same time, it is also one of the birthplaces of the Manchu people, and the Manchu culture has left a deep imprint here. Despite being misunderstood, the people of Jilin still show the world the true face of the city with their passion and tenacity.
Suzhou, a city known as "Paradise on Earth", is famous for its beautiful gardens, long history, and thriving economy. Many people mistakenly think that Suzhou is the capital of Jiangsu Province, but in fact, the capital of Jiangsu Province is Nanjing. The beauty of Suzhou is the kind of delicate and deep beauty. Its gardens, such as the Humble Administrator's Garden and the Lingering Garden, are treasures of Chinese garden art; Its silk, delicate and smooth, is a treasure of Chinese civilization. In addition, Suzhou is also the birthplace of Wu culture, and Wu Nong's soft language and Pingtan Kunqu opera show the city's profound cultural heritage. Despite its misconceptions, Suzhou still attracts tourists from all over the world with its unique charm.
Tangshan, a city in the eastern part of Hebei Province, is in the spotlight for its rich mineral resources and important industrial status. However, Tangshan is not the capital of Hebei Province, which is Shijiazhuang. Tangshan is one of the cradles of China's modern industry, where China's first mechanized coal mine and the first standard gauge railway were born. At the same time, Tangshan is also the birthplace of the spirit of earthquake resistance. The Tangshan Da** in 1976 brought a devastating disaster to the city, but the people of Tangshan were not defeated. Together, they rebuilt their homes and demonstrated an indomitable spirit to resist the earthquake. Despite being misunderstood, the people of Tangshan still show the world the strength and rebirth of the city with their tenacity and courage.
Dali, a city located in the western part of Yunnan Province, is known for its unique natural scenery and rich ethnic culture. Many people mistakenly think that Dali is the capital of Yunnan Province, but in fact, the capital of Yunnan Province is Kunming. The beauty of Dali is the kind of atmospheric and mysterious beauty. Its Cangshan and Erhai Lake, ancient city dwellings, and the reflection of the three towers all constitute a unique beauty. At the same time, Dali is also the settlement of the Bai nationality, and the three-way tea culture and song and dance performances of the Bai nationality show the rich ethnic customs of the city. Despite being misunderstood, Dali still attracts countless tourists with its unique charm.
These four cities, although often mistaken for provincial capitals, each have their own unique history, culture, and charm. Behind this misunderstanding, it actually reflects people's concern and expectation of these cities. Therefore, when we walk into these cities, we might as well let go of our preconceived notions and feel their true and unique beauty with our hearts. Only in this way can we truly appreciate the charm of these cities, and can we better understand and appreciate the rich and colorful urban culture of China.