There are 4 counties with the same name in China, and the pronunciation is the same, don't make a mistake
Foreword: History of the change of county name**
China is a nation with a long history, a large size, and a complex structure, and it has been an interesting issue since ancient times. As of January next year, there are 1,299 county-level cities and 117 county-level cities in China, and the names of each county contain rich historical and cultural connotations. How to avoid the confusion and confusion caused by the same county has always been a major problem in our country. Throughout the development process of our country, the phenomenon of duplicate names in the early Qing Dynasty was very serious, and for this reason, the state adopted name change reforms again and again to ensure that each county has its own unique name. Among them, Gansu, Sichuan, Hunan, Hebei 4 regions have the same name. Below, we will explore these four "lǐ" counties one by one, with their long historical origins and characteristics.
Lixian County, Gansu: Qin ancestor in the pre-Qin period**
Chengxian County, Gansu Province, located in the southeast edge of Gansu Province, is part of Longnan City, with a land area of 4,299 square kilometers, 22 towns and 7 townships, and a population of 540,000, making it the largest poverty-stricken area in the country. The reason why Li County is called "Li Dian" is because before the Song Dynasty, it used to be a "Li Dian" because a family surnamed Li did business there. In 1473, Lili County was established in the Ming Dynasty, and this name is still used today. Lixian is the birthplace of the Qin civilization and the birthplace of the Qin people, with rich cultural relics and profound cultural heritage. A series of precious monuments, such as the Dabaozi Mountain Qin Cemetery and the Gansu Qin Civilization Memorial Hall, show the world the ancient and glorious past here. In addition, the cottage of Qishan in "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" is located here, and people are full of longing for the legend of Zhuge Liang's "Six Qishan". As a county town with a rich history and rich cultural heritage, it is a precious heritage of Chinese civilization.
Lixian County, Sichuan: Beautiful Qiang Tibetan Culture**
Sichuan Li County, located in the west of Sichuan Province and the east side of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, is Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture in Sichuan Province, with a land area of 4,300 square kilometers, 6 townships and 5 townships under its jurisdiction, and a population of 45,000. In order to facilitate the management of the Fan people, the Qing Dynasty set up the "Lifan" Zhili Hall in the Qing Dynasty, which was later renamed Lixian. Located in the eastern section of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, Lixian is a mountainous and mountainous area with complex terrain, complex terrain, complex terrain, and complex terrain. The mountains and valleys here are far away, the scenery is beautiful, and it is known as the "natural corridor". Famous scenic spots such as Miyaluo Red Leaves Scenic Area and Taoping Qiang Village show the world the magnificent red leaves of autumn and the magical culture of the Qiang and Tibetan people, and have become a place that many tourists yearn for. With its beautiful original style and rich folk customs, Lixian has become a beautiful cultural landscape in western China.
Li County, Hunan: the hometown of cotton production, the gate of Jiuli.
Located in the middle reaches of the Yangtze River and the west of Dongting Lake, Li County, Hunan Province is part of Changde City, Hunan Province, covering an area of 2,075 square kilometers, with 15 townships and a population of 910,000. The name of Li County began in the Shaotai period of Southern Liang (555), and it was named after the Li River passing through the city. Li County is located in the largest alluvial plain in the country - Liyang Plain, with four distinct seasons, abundant rainfall and abundant water. The county is a major cotton producing country in China, a large cotton county in China, and an important commercial grain base in China. The "Shenfeng Hot Spring" in Gurgou, Taoping Qiang Village and other natural scenery make Li County unique, highlighting its own unique regional characteristics and cultural charm.
Lixian County, Hebei Province: The historical site of an ancient city**
Lixian County, Hebei Province, is located in the central and southern region of Hebei Province, bordering Baoding City, Baoding, Cangzhou and Hengshui, covering an area of 650 square kilometers, with jurisdiction over 9 townships and a population of nearly 500,000. Lixian is an ancient city with a history of more than 1,000 years, originated in Lucheng County in the Eastern Han Dynasty, and was renamed several times until January 1962. Lixian County is located in the center of the Great Plain of North China, and is a place of outstanding people, outstanding people, and outstanding people. Cultural relics and historic sites such as the Dabaizhang ruins and the tombs of the Eastern Han Dynasty in the Great Song Dynasty are all important symbols of the development of Lixian County, and they are also important carriers of rich cultural heritage such as Yangshao culture. Lixian County has a profound cultural heritage and beautiful natural scenery, which is a major feature of Hebei Province.
Each of the four county towns named after the character "lǐ" has its own special historical and cultural background, and contains rich humanistic connotations. Although the names of each county are the same, the history they represent is completely different, showing the ancient and diverse cultural heritage of China. In the long years, the names of each county are like bright pearls, connecting the glory of Chinese civilization. Although the name of the county no longer has the same name, the "county of the same name" that once had the same name and homonym is a precious treasure of Chinese civilization that we need to cherish and inherit. Let's approach the story behind each county name with reverence, and appreciate the long-standing charm of Chinese culture. Hopefully, these old and beautiful county names will stand the test of time.