Linfen
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Prefecture-level city in Shanxi, People's Republic of China
Linfen is a prefecture-level city in the southwest of Shanxi province, China, bordering Shaanxi province to the west. Linfen City is located in the southern part of Shanxi Province, with the remaining branches of Taiyue to the east and the Luliang Mountains to the west. In the middle is a vast river valley plain, with the Fen River mainstream running across the north and south, and the land on both sides is fertile. It is situated along the banks of the Fen River. It has an area of 20,275 square kilometres (7,828 sq mi) and according to the 2020 Census, a population of 3,976,481 inhabitants of which 959,198 live in the built-up area made up of Yaodu urban district. The GDP of Linfen ranked second in Shanxi Province. It was known as Pingyang (平陽) during the Spring and Autumn period. In 2006, the American Blacksmith Institute listed Linfen as one of the ten most polluted cities in the world, but air quality had improved by 2023.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 3,976,481
- Coordinates
- 36.089, 111.519
- Timezone
- Asia/Shanghai
- Elevation
- 452 m
Overview of Linfen
Linfen is a big-city destination in China. Population figures land around 3,976,481. The northern hemisphere setting is worth noting when you pick dates. Which shapes the pace of a visit. Expect nature, adventure and culture to fill most of your time.
Things to do in Linfen
Nature in Linfen
(8)For nature, expect Countryside, Desert, Forest, Natural Places and Nature. The category holds 8 entries in our dataset. This reflects only what is documented for Linfen.
Adventure in Linfen
(1)The adventure shortlist for Linfen: Treasure Hunts. It is a direct read of Linfen's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Culture in Linfen
(1)On the culture side, Linfen offers Ancient Ruins. Everything listed here comes from what Linfen is actually tagged with. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Nightlife in Linfen
(1)Linfen records Nightlife under nightlife. It is a direct read of Linfen's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
More to do in Linfen
(1)Under other activities, Linfen is tagged with Secret. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Linfen.
Best time to visit Linfen
Outdoor exploring is easiest in April to June and September to October. Year-round, the indoor and evening side of Linfen still delivers.
Getting there & around
Expect national and often international links into Linfen, plus transport inside the city. Linfen runs on Asia/Shanghai time.
Similar destinations
Places near Linfen that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Linfen known for?
- In China, Linfen stands out for nature, adventure and culture. That mix defines the typical visit to this 3,976,481-strong destination.
- What can you do in Linfen?
- Options in Linfen run to Countryside, Desert, Forest, Natural Places and Nature — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit Linfen?
- Outdoor exploring is easiest in April to June and September to October. Year-round, the indoor and evening side of Linfen still delivers.
- Where is Linfen located?
- You will find Linfen in China. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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