Langya () is a rural
town
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Origin and use
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Wucheng District
Wucheng () is a district of the city of Jinhua, Zhejiang province, China.
Administrative divisions
Subdistricts:
*Chengdong Subdistrict (城东街道), Chengzhong Subdistrict (城中街道), Chengxi Subdistrict (城西街道), Chengbei Subdis ...
of
Jinhua,
eastern China
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's
Zhejiang
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province. it had a population of 18,000 and an area of . It is surrounded by Jiangtang Town on the north, Tangxi Town on the west,
Bailongqiao Town on the east, and Shafan Township on the south.
History
In November 2017, it was inscribed to the 5th National Civilized Villages and Towns List.
Geography
Mount Langfeng () is a mountain in the town.
Jinlan Reservoir
Jinlan Reservoir (), also known as Jinlantang Reservoir (), is a large reservoir located in Langya Town of Jinhua, Zhejiang, China
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is the largest body of water in the town.
The Baisha Stream (), a tributary of the Jinhua River, flows through the town.
Education
* Langya School
* Langya Middle School
Attractions
Baisha Ancient Temple () is a temple and scenic spot in the town.
Gallery
References
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Divisions of Wucheng District
Towns of Jinhua