East China · Zhejiang
Lishui, located in southwestern Zhejiang Province, is a renowned eco-city in East China, often called the 'Green Valley of Zhejiang'. Known for its picturesque mountains and rivers, high forest coverage, and rich natural and cultural heritage, it thrives on ecotourism, green agriculture, and specialty manufacturing. It is also the hometown of celadon, overseas Chinese, and photography.
Lishui is located in the southwestern part of Zhejiang Province, serving as a key ecological barrier in East China. Covering an area of 17,298 square kilometers with a permanent population of about 2.53 million, it enjoys a subtropical monsoon climate with distinct seasons, mild and humid. With a history dating back to the Tang Dynasty, Lishui boasts profound cultural heritage as the birthplace of intangible cultural heritages such as Longquan celadon and Qingtian stone carving. In recent years, Lishui has focused on ecological economy, following the philosophy that 'lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets', promoting green agriculture, ecotourism, and health wellness industries. In education, Lishui has institutions like Lishui University, offering diverse learning opportunities for international students. The city provides a relaxed pace of life, moderate cost of living, and a safe, friendly community, ideal for international students to immerse themselves in traditional Chinese culture blended with modern ecological civilization. Lishui is also known as the 'Hometown of Photography' and 'Hometown of Overseas Chinese', attracting photographers and Chinese diaspora worldwide.
