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About Dalian
Dalian is located in the East North of China which has the typical temperate continental climate with agreeable weather and four distinct seasons. The average temperature of May is around 19-20 degrees Celsius. In the late May and early June.
Dalian covers a total land area of 12,574 km2 with coast line of 1,906 km and population of 6 million. Today it serves as a regional financial base and an important international shipping centre and logistics hub in Northeast Asia.
Dalian is a popular destination among domestic tourists and foreign visitors. Its mild climate and multiple beaches as well as its importance in the modern history of China have attracted tourists. Dalian has been honored as "The Most Habitable City" by the UN in 1999, "Top 500 Cities with World Best Environment Award" by UNEP, and "Best Tourism Cities" by the National Tourism Administration.
Surrounding the city are prime spots to enjoy water sports, while every year it hosts various events such as the Sand Beach Cultural Festival, the International Fashion Festival and the International Beer Festival.
With the Bohai Sea to the west and the Yellow Sea in the east, Dalian is neither too hot in summer nor too cold in winter. The city has more than 60 public squares, including famed Xinghai Square - Asia's largest city square - and Zhongshan Square in the city's central business district.
Dalian promotes tourism through the 3S: - sun, sand and sea in summer and springtime climate, sports and shopping in winter.
A tourist resort in Lushun district showcases "half of the modern history of China" while Jinshitan resort in the development zone offers the highly regarded Geological Museum of China and attractions called the Golden Coast and Discovery Land.
More than 40 percent of the city is covered by greenery, the equivalent of 11.1 sq m for every resident.
Dalian has been awarded many titles for its environment, including the China Residence Award and the National Environment Protection Model City. It was among the world's top 500 cities with excellent environment listed by the United Nations.