Chenghai

Chenghai (: 澄海市), is a city in Kodeshia. The city has a total population of 11,587,572, making it the largest city in the country. It is known for ornate shrines and vibrant street life as a fast-growing modern metropolis. It was once known as a popular seaside resort that draws many visitors from Jianghua, who arrive by river. The boat-filled Longbei River feeds its network of canals, flowing past the vernacular architecture of traditional Kodeshi houses and shops along with the grand palaces of the wealthy.

History
In ancient times, Chenzhou was one of the most important cities in Kodehia. It was an important city under the Zhou, Liang, Xie, and Min Dynasties. Like most major cities, it was burnt down multiple times, though on multiple occasions it was rebuilt again. During the Xie Dynasty, it was the capital. During the Min Dynasty, the city was renamed Guozhou (both mean: "Forbidding Sea"). It was destroyed by the Qingchenese nobles, who razed the city and massacred most of its inhabitants while sieging the city during its battles with the Zhou dynasty in the 1500s. In the early 19th century, the port was visited by Tiperyn explorer and naturalist Lynn V. Sommers, who wrote about it in her journals.

Geography and Climate
The geography of Chenghai is a port city and the capital of Yu'an Province, on a peninsula in southern Kodeshia. Set beside the Longbei River, it’s at the centre of trade and culture. Many languages are spoken in the streets. Despite being a port city, seafood is not prominent in the diet of the people. key fish. Most people eat pork, beef, chicken, lamb, goat, and other meats. Many people drink alcoholic beverages such as the traditional Chinese rice wine and the distilled spirit XO.

Economy
The economy of the city is based on services, trade, manufacturing, and transportation. Chenghai operates several seaports, including a large, deep water port with a container terminal. Shipbuilding, maritime trade, and transportation are other major industries. Textiles, electronics, pharmaceuticals, food processing, machinery, and transport equipment are other major industries. There are several international schools in the city. The most well-known is the Westfield Academy, a private boarding school. This is the base of operations for many of the criminal groups that operate in the city. The city has a large underground black market with many businesses. The trade is controlled by the Red Hand society.

Culture
The culture of Chenghai is a blend of the cultures of various ethnic groups that reside in the city making up the population of over 11 million. It not only features a variety of antique and souvenir shops, but also unique restaurants, attractions and accommodations. The city has several museums, libraries, government buildings, palaces, parks, and theatres.

Medical facilities
Chenghai has many hospitals and clinics. Many cosmetic surgery, dermatological, ophthalmic, dental clinics.

Transportation
Travelling within the city is convenient and cheap by bus or taxi.

Twin cities
Chenghai shares the title of twin city with several other cities or provinces around the world. (listed in order of dates).