Guangxi is a place of picturesque natural beauty at any time of year This land of long history has nurtured thriving ethnic cultures. Economic development means its people live a pleasant and comfortable life, and social progress has brought solidarity and harmony to all ethnic groups on this land.
Browsing through this book, the exquisite photos and fluent text present the reader with Guangxi's past and present, with its natural beauty and social culture, with its traditions and opening-up, unity and progress. It will impart a sense of how all Guangxi's ethnic groups are approaching the goal of prosperity with determination and confidence.
Chapter I
Advantages of Geography and Climate/6
Easy Accessibility
Unique Landform
Classic Subtropical Climate
Chapter II
The Largest Number of Ethnic Minorities of Any Autonomous Region/13
History
Administrative Divisions and Population
Regional Autonomy of Ethnic Groups
Ethnic Solidarity and Harmony
Freedom of Religious Belief
Chapter III
A Land of Plenty in Southern China/21
Abundant Water Resources
Mineral Resources
Marine Resources
Animal and Plant Resources
Fruits
Local Products
Chapter IV
Scenic Beauty/30
The Renowned Landscape of Guilin
Subtropical Beaches
Southern Border Feel
Historic Sites
Chapter V
Deep-Seated Ethnic Culture/38
Life Style and Customs
Festival Activities
Colorful and Diverse Costume
Food Culture
Ancient Heritage of Ethnic Architecture
Chapter VI
Fast-Growing Economy with Huge Potential/47
Regional Economy at Full Throttle
Constant Upgrading of Economic Structure
Solid Basis of Agricultural Industry
Accelerating a Local Specialization Economy
Infrastructure Construction Bearing Fruit
Exhibition Economy Building Momentum
Chapter VII
Vigorous Development of Social
Undertakings/55
Science and Technology
Education
Culture
Sports
Social Security
Health and Medical Care
Chapter VIII
Golden Age for Development/63
China-ASEAN Free Trade Area Established
New Breakthrough in Pan-Beibu Gulf Cooperation
Greater Mekong Sub-Regional Cooperation Bearing
New Fruit
Solid Progress on "Two Corridors and One Ring"
Western Development Strategy Presses On
Pan-PRD Regional Cooperation Wins State Support
Promulgation of the State Council's "Opinions on Further
Promoting Economic and Social Development in Guangxi"
Beibu Gulf Economic Zone Inclusion in National Development Strategy
Chapter IX
A Rising Beibu Gulf Economy/70
Beibu Gulf: Southwest China's Most Convenient Sea Access
China's First International Regional Economic Cooperation
Demonstration Area
Growing with Favorable Policies
Outstanding Achievements in Development and Construction
Chapter X
Going All Out on the "Golden Waterway" Project/76
Inland Water Transport Artery
Project Goals
Five Major Projects
New Engine Powering Guangxi's Development
Chapter XI
Exciting Prospects/80
Appendix I Prefecture-Level Cities in Guangxi/84
Nanning
Liuzhou
Guilin
Wuzhou
Beihai
Fangchenggang
Qinzhou
Guigang
Yulin
Hezhou
Baise
Hechi
Laibin
Chongzuo
Appendix II Useful Websites/112
Appendix III Major Hotels/113
Appendix IV Major Travel Agencies/116
