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China, officially the People's Republic of China (PRC), is a country in East Asia.[1] It is the world's most populous country, with a population of over 1.4 billion people.[2]
| Native name | 中华人民共和国 |
|---|---|
| Capital | Beijing |
| Largest city | Shanghai |
| Official language | Standard Chinese |
| Government type | Unitary Marxist–Leninist one-party socialist republic |
| President | — |
| Prime Minister | — |
| Area | 9596961 km² |
| Population | 1,425,880,000 |
| Population density | — |
| Currency | Renminbi (¥) (CNY) |
| Time zone | — |
| Drives on | — |
| Calling code | — |
| ISO code | — |
History
China has one of the world's oldest civilizations, with written records dating back over 3,500 years.[3] It was unified under the Qin dynasty in 221 BCE.[4] The country has undergone significant transformations, including the establishment of the People's Republic of China in 1949.[5]
Geography
China is the world's third or fourth largest country by area, covering approximately 9.6 million square kilometers.[6] It features diverse landscapes, including mountains, deserts, and coastlines.
Economy
China is the world's second-largest economy by nominal GDP and the largest by purchasing power parity.[7] Major industries include technology, manufacturing, and agriculture.[8]
Culture
China's culture is rooted in traditions like Confucianism and Taoism. It has made significant contributions in art, literature, and science throughout history.[9] Festivals such as the Chinese New Year and the Mid-Autumn Festival are widely celebrated.[10]
See also
References
- ↑ "China". https://www.britannica.com/place/China.
- ↑ "World Population Prospects 2024". https://population.un.org/wpp/.UN.
- ↑ "Ancient China". https://www.history.com/topics/ancient-china.
- ↑ "Qin Dynasty". https://www.worldhistory.org/Qin_Dynasty/.
- ↑ "The Birth of the People's Republic of China". https://www.bbc.co.uk/history/worldwars/coldwar/china_briefing_01.shtml.
- ↑ "Geography of China". https://www.cia.gov/the-world-factbook/countries/china/.
- ↑ "China's Economy". https://www.imf.org/en/Countries/CHN.
- ↑ "Industries in China". https://tradingeconomics.com/china/industries.
- ↑ "Chinese Culture". https://www.chinahighlights.com/travelguide/culture/.
- ↑ "Chinese Festivals". https://www.travelchinaguide.com/essential/holidays/.