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Guangyuan City is located in the northern part of Sichuan Province, bordering Gansu and Shaanxi provinces. It sits at the southern foot of the Qinling Mountains and the upper reaches of the Jialing River, serving as the gateway to northern Sichuan. It has a subtropical humid monsoon climate with distinct seasons and abundant rainfall. The annual average temperature is about 16°C, with mild winters and cool summers.

Guangyuan, historically known as Lizhou, has a history of over 2,300 years and is one of the important birthplaces of the Three Kingdoms culture. Empress Wu Zetian of the Tang Dynasty was born here, hence it is called the 'Hometown of Empress Wu.' Historically, it was a vital passage into Shu, with relics like Jianmen Pass and Zhaohua Ancient City bearing witness to millennia of changes.

Guangyuan's culture is diverse, blending Bashu, Qinlong, and Three Kingdoms cultures. Local delicacies include Jianmen Tofu Banquet and Empress Wu Steamed Cold Noodles. Folk arts like Northern Sichuan Lantern Opera and Maliu Embroidery are listed as intangible cultural heritage.

Modern Guangyuan is a regional central city at the junction of Sichuan, Shaanxi, and Gansu, with a prominent transportation hub. It has established a national-level economic and technological development zone, focusing on industries such as electronics, machinery, food, and beverages. Leveraging resources like the Jianmen Shu Road and Tangjiahe, it aims to become an eco-health tourism destination.