Jiujiang

City overview

Jiujiang, located in northern Jiangxi Province at the confluence of the Yangtze River and Poyang Lake, is a key port city in East China. Known as the 'mouth of three rivers and thoroughfare of seven provinces,' it boasts the UNESCO World Heritage Site Mount Lu and a rich historical culture. Its economy is driven by port logistics, tourism, and manufacturing. With low living costs and beautiful scenery, it is an ideal city for international students to experience traditional Chinese nature and culture.

Basic information

Geography and climate

Detailed introduction

Jiujiang is an ancient city with over 2,200 years of history. It has long been a strategic military and commercial hub. After opening as a treaty port in modern times, it became an important trading port along the Yangtze River, on par with Wuhan and Nanjing. Today, Jiujiang is a key node in the Yangtze River Economic Belt, with thriving industries in port logistics, petrochemicals, textiles, and electronics. In education, Jiujiang University is the main undergraduate institution, featuring an International Exchange College that collaborates with universities abroad. Other institutions like Jiangxi Vocational College of Finance and Economics offer diverse programs. Culturally, Jiujiang is the heart of Mount Lu culture, home to the White Deer Grotto Academy—the 'foremost academy under heaven'—and the Donglin Temple, the cradle of Pure Land Buddhism. Life here is relaxed, with living costs significantly lower than in first-tier cities. Rent, food, and transportation are affordable, while medical and commercial facilities are well-developed. International students can immerse themselves in millennia-old heritage while enjoying modern convenience.