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Wutongqiao

former town, Leshan, China
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Wutongqiao, former town, south-central Sichuan sheng (province), southwestern China. It is now a southern district of the city of Leshan.

Wutongqiao, formerly a minor market town situated between Leshan and Yibin (southeast) on the Min River, briefly achieved status as a municipality from 1952 to 1958. In 1959 it was merged with Leshan; its status changed to that of a district of Leshan in 1985.

The district is chiefly noted for its longtime status as a major salt-producing area, the salt being drawn as brine from wells of medium depth. Barium and calcium chloride are also produced. Woolens, particularly blankets, are made with wool from neighbouring areas. There is also some local manufacturing of mechanical and electrical equipment and processing of agricultural produce. Wutongqiao’s main port, Qiaogou, is located on the Min River a few miles to the south. The Leshan Giant Buddha statue is located just north of Wutongqiao district; it and nearby Mount Emei were collectively designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1996. Both are popular tourist attractions, and the Wutongqiao district is a noted resort area.

This article was most recently revised and updated by Pat Bauer.