Over two thousand years after the Zhou Dynasty (11th century BC-221BC), Weinan was sheltered below the emperors of twelve dynasties as the capital environs and gradually, being advanced in agricultural and handicraft industries, and in commerce and transportation as well. It was until 1723 when the Qing government established eight counties and prefectures in this region that the current administrative framework of Weinan began to show its early form. The Weihe River flows through the city forming the central fluvial plain of the city. Centered the plain, two mountains are located in its north and south parts. The Yellow River pours southward along the east edge of the city and takes in the Weihe River. Weinan lies in warm temperate zone bearing a continental semi-humid, semi-dry monsoon climate, featuring clear four seasons and abundant sunshine. Winter is cold and dry, while summer is hot. When to Go: spring and autumn