Which minerals are mined in Hunan province?

Hunan province possesses significant mineral wealth, which has long supported its regional economy and industrial development. The province is particularly noted for its rich deposits of the following minerals:

• Antimony: Hunan contains some of the country's most significant deposits, with production centered near Lengshuijiang.1
• Tungsten: The province is one of China’s largest producers of tungsten, which is primarily mined in the hills between the Zi and Yuan rivers.1
• Coal: Ample reserves are found throughout the province, with major mining operations located in the south near Chenzhou.1
• Other Minerals: Hunan also produces iron ore, tin, manganese, lead, zinc, molybdenum, bismuth, niobium, tantalum, and sulfur.12

Iron ore is widely distributed, with primary mines located in the hills east and south of Changsha and Xiangtan. Additionally, the southern region of the province has served as a prominent mining district since at least the 8th century.12