Zhengzhou

Zhengzhou[b] is the capital and largest city of Henan Province in the central part of the People's Republic of China.[6] Located in northern Henan, it is one of the National Central Cities in China,[7] and serves as the political, economic, technological, and educational center of the province.[8] The Zhengzhou metropolitan area (including Zhengzhou and Kaifeng) is the core area of the Central Plains Economic Zone.[9][10] The city lies on the southern bank of the Yellow River.[11] Zhengzhou is a major hub of China's domestic and international transportation network; for example, it is connected to Europe.[12] and an international airport.[13] Zhengzhou is a National Civilized City [zh] and a State-list Famous Historical and Culture City.[14] As of 2020, there are two World Cultural Heritage Sites in Zhengzhou. The Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange (ZCE) is China's first futures exchange. Zhengzhou Airport Economy Zone is China's first Airport Economy Zone.[15]