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Shaanxi
The dramatic karst formations and quiet rivers of Shaanxi province offer a serene contrast to the ancient cityscape of Xi'an.
Northern Shaanxi is rich in several key natural resources, primarily concentrated within the large basin that occupies the northern part of the province.12
- Coal: The region contains enormous coal reserves, ranking second in size only to those of Shanxi. Significant mining operations are located at Shenfu, near Shenmu and Fugu.1
- Petroleum and Natural Gas: Large reserves of petroleum and natural gas have been discovered and are actively produced in the north, particularly near the borders with Gansu, Ningxia, and Inner Mongolia.1
- Salt and Soda: In the southern parts of the Ordos regionâwhich extends into northern Shaanxiâthere are numerous saline pools and lakes that contain deposits of salt and soda.2
These resources support local industries, including petroleum refining, the production of petrochemicals, and thermal power generation.3