Chinese Cities with Over a Million Population
81. Hegang, Heilongjiang - 1,058,665 Hegang is a prefecture-level city in Heilongjiang Province of the People's Republic of China. It is a prefecture-level municipality situated in the southeastern section of the Lesser Khingan Range, facing Jiamusi across the Songhua River to the south and Russia across the Heilongjiang River to the north. Hegang is one of the principal coal-producing cities in China. Hegang city covers an area of 14,784 sq km and according to the 2010 Census, has a population of 1,058,665 inhabitants. Its urban is home to 489,232 inhabitants spread out over 4 urban districts excluding Dongshan, which is still largely rural. Hegang Tianshui Garden, Hegang National Forest Park and Wangyunfeng Skiing Resort are the most popular scenic spots in Hegang. Hegang Tianshui Garden is a park with an artificial lake. It contains exotic-style buildings and sculptures as well as some Manchu, Shamanist Temples. Hi Res Pic (122K) City Area Location Next City ⇨Return to City List Page 9 |