Train from Beijing Station to Nanjing - 2008 View from Overhead Walkway. - 32 This closer up view of the train station shows how big it is. Nanjing means Southern Capital. Nan is "south" Jing is "capital." Nanjing is the capital of Jiangsu Province. Nanjing boasts the largest inland port in China. The population of Nanjing exceeded six million in 2006. Electrical, mechanical, chemical, and steel factories, converted Nanjing into a heavy industry producer in East China. Twenty-two major universities contribute to their economy. ⇦ Back to Page 31 On to Page 33 ⇨Hi-Res Pic (168K) Return to Beijing Train - Page 4 |