Ganzhou (赣州)

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Area & Population

Area: 39,380 km² (prefecture-level city in Jiangxi)
Population: Approximately 9.0 million (2020 census)

Name Origin

Ganzhou means "prefecture of the Gan" in Chinese, named for the Gan River that flows through it. It was an important Song dynasty city and a gateway to southern China.

Happiness Index

7.0/10 — Residents enjoy a balanced lifestyle with modern amenities and cultural richness.

Metro & Transport

Ganzhou Huangjin Airport (KOW) offers domestic flights. Ganzhou Railway Station and Ganzhou West Station connect to Nanchang, Shenzhen, and other cities on the Nanchang–Ganzhou high-speed railway. City buses and taxis are available.

Universities

Jiangxi University of Science and Technology (Ganzhou campus), Gannan Normal University, and Gannan Medical University are major institutions.

Natural Resources

Ganzhou lies in the hilly southern Jiangxi region with the Gan River running through it. It has a humid subtropical climate, tungsten and rare-earth resources, and extensive forests.

Attractions in Ganzhou

Visit the ancient Song City walls and gates, Yugu Pavilion, Tongtian Rock Grottoes, Meiguan Ancient Post Road, and the Jinggangshan revolutionary base (nearby).

Popular Routes

Day 1: Walk the ancient Song City walls and visit Yugu Pavilion.
Day 2: Visit Tongtian Rock Grottoes and the Meiguan Ancient Post Road.

Food & Dining

Try Ganzhou fish balls, Ningdu meatballs, Hakka-style stuffed tofu, rice noodles, and salted duck. Ganzhou is known for Hakka-influenced Jiangxi cuisine.

Shopping

Buy Hakka snacks, Ganzhou tangerines, Nankang furniture, and Gannan navel oranges. Main shopping areas include Wenqing Road and Wanda Plaza.

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