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Pingyao promotes development of 'professional town'
A conference on the development of a professional town with Shanxi characteristics and coordinated development with Pingyao chambers of commerce in other regions was held in Pingyao county on April 4.
Jinzhong to be recognized as national culture reserve
The Jinzhong Experimental Culture Reserve in Shanxi province was recently recommended to be one of five national culture reserves.
Pingyao acts to maintain original landscapes of ancient city
The splendid traditional Chinese culture in the Ancient City of Pingyao in Pingyao county continues to shine due to the State's efforts to protect and utilize cultural relics.
Ancient city given new lease of life
Pingyao ancient city is one of the most well-preserved ancient cities in China and is listed as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site.
Shanxi enacts measures to protect Ancient City of Pingyao
Shanxi recently issued a plan to further the protection of the Ancient City of Pingyao, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Fried cake (Yougao)
Fried cakes with sweet fillings, like bean or date paste, are quite popular in Jinzhong city during traditional Chinese festivals, weddings or birthdays.