Changping District

Changping District, covering an area of 1,430 square kilometers, has 2 subdistricts of the city of Changping and 15 towns (5 of which are suburbs of the city proper of Beijing) with total population of 614,821 (2000 Census). About 34 kilometers from the city center, Changping is renowned for its numerous scenic spots and tourist facilities, like Datangshan museum. It is rich in natural resources, mineral products and rural products.

Changping District is the north gate of Beijing. Reputed as the imperial area, from the ancient time, Changping District is a place without normal history. Juyongguan in Changping was famous for its position in military. Then the Ming Tombs tell us the past of Changping. Now, Changping District is the capital satellite basic.