Jiangsu lowlands

The Jiangsu lowlands are a vast, flat region in eastern China, primarily composed of alluvial plains formed by the Yangtze, Huai, and formerly the Yellow Rivers. This area covers about two-thirds of Jiangsu province, with most of it lying very close to sea level.12

The lowlands are divided by the Yangtze River into two sections: Jiangnan (south of the river) and Subei (north of the river). Jiangnan is fertile, densely populated, and industrialized, known for its silk and handicrafts. Subei is less developed but is part of the North China Plain. The region is characterized by an intricate network of rivers, canals, and lakes, meticulously maintained by farmers. This extensive water system is crucial for agriculture, making Jiangsu a rich agricultural province known as the "land of fish and rice".3214