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A Brief History of Shanxi Merchants
Shanxi province enjoyed a long history of business investment.
Fast facts about Pingyao
Pingyao is located in central Shanxi province, and enjoys unique geographic advantages and convenient transportation.
Pingyao, UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site
The whole city was named a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site in 1997.
Heritages offer a glimpse of ancient Pingyao
The ancient city of Pingyao was designated a Chinese Historical and Cultural City by the State Council of the People’s Republic of China in 1986.
China's first bank: Rishengchang Draft Bank
It was the first and largest draft bank operating remittance business in China.

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.