About
Ma'anshan is a city in eastern China, in Anhui Province, lying along the Yangtze River. It is known for its steel industry, which has long shaped the character of the place and gives it a distinctly industrial identity. The city is also referred to as 马鞍山 in Chinese.
Its position is one of its main points of interest for travellers. Ma'anshan sits between Nanjing and Wuhu, two other cities on or near the Yangtze, so it can work well as a stop on a wider journey through the river region of eastern China.
What a visit offers
- A look at a city whose life has been built around steel, and the working landscape that comes with it.
- A riverside setting on the Yangtze, a major waterway that runs through the heart of China.
- A base for exploring the surrounding area of Anhui, with Nanjing and Wuhu within reach.
Ma'anshan suits visitors who want to see a less-touristed part of China and who are interested in how an industrial city lives and works. Those who prefer a dense schedule of famous monuments may find the city quieter, but its connection to the river and its neighbouring cities makes it a practical and rewarding addition to a route through eastern China.
Planning ahead
Because the city's appeal lies in its setting and its industrial character, it is worth checking current local information on transport and places to stay before you go, and building your visit around the river and the nearby cities.