Chongzuo Administrative Divisions

As of 2018, Chongzuo City has jurisdiction over one district and fiver counties, namely, Jiangzhou District(江州区) and Fusui County(扶绥县), Daxin County(大新县), Longzhou County(龙州县), Ningming County(宁明县), Tiandeng County(天等县), and administers Pingxiang City(凭祥市). The government is located in the administrative center of Chongzuo City, No. 1 Xincheng Road, Chengnan New District, Chongzuo City.

Chongzuo (崇左) is a prefecture-level city under the jurisdiction of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region in southern China. Established in 2003 after the former Chongzuo Prefecture was reorganized into a city, Chongzuo covers an area of approximately 17,300 square kilometers and consists of one municipal district, five counties, and one county-level city, forming seven county-level administrative units.

At the township level, Chongzuo includes 3 subdistrict offices, 41 towns, and 34 townships, creating a complete administrative network covering urban areas, border regions, mountainous areas, and rural communities. The municipal government is located in Jiangnan Subdistrict of Jiangzhou District (江州区江南街道).

The administrative and tourism layout of Chongzuo features a clear three-level structure: Jiangzhou District as the urban center, Pingxiang–Longzhou–Ningming as the China–Vietnam border cultural corridor, and Daxin–Tiandeng–Fusui as the karst mountain and rural tourism area. Through highways and tourism transportation networks, the city has developed an integrated border tourism circle connecting natural scenery, ethnic culture, historical heritage, and ecological experiences.

Administrative Structure and Tourism Features of the Seven County-Level Areas

Jiangzhou District (江州区) | Urban Cultural and Tourism Center

Administrative Overview

Jiangzhou District is the political, economic, transportation, and cultural center of Chongzuo. It governs Taiping, Jiangnan, and Shijinglin subdistricts; Xinhe, Jiangzhou, Laituan, Tuolu, Zuozhou, and Nalong towns; and Luobai and Banli townships.

As the central urban district, Jiangzhou has the most complete tourism services, including hotels, restaurants, museums, transportation hubs, cultural venues, and international study tour facilities. It serves as the main arrival point and service center for visitors exploring Chongzuo.

Tourism Resources

The tourism resources of Jiangzhou focus on urban culture, Zhuang ethnic heritage, ecological sightseeing, and historical architecture. Major attractions include Taiping Ancient City (太平古城), Chongzuo Zhuang Museum (崇左壮族博物馆), Zuojiang Leaning Pagoda (左江斜塔), White-headed Langur Ecological Tourism Area (白头叶猴生态旅游区), and Shijinglin Scenic Area (石景林).

The district is suitable for city sightseeing, ethnic culture experiences, family trips, educational visits, and as the starting point of multi-day Chongzuo tours.

Fusui County (扶绥县) | Ancient Luoyue Civilization and Agricultural Tourism Area

Administrative Overview

Fusui County is located on the transportation corridor between Nanning and Chongzuo, with its government seat in Xinning Town (新宁镇). The county governs eight towns and three townships and benefits from convenient connections with surrounding cities.

Fusui is known for sugarcane agriculture, tropical fruit production, ecological industries, and rural tourism development.

Tourism Resources

Fusui combines prehistoric culture, agricultural education, family tourism, and rural experiences. Main attractions include Longguwan Dinosaur Park (龙谷湾恐龙公园), Leyang City (乐养城), and Bailai Luoyue Ancient Site (岜莱骆越遗址).

The county is especially suitable for family tours, children’s science education, agricultural experiences, and short trips from Nanning or Chongzuo.

Ningming County (宁明县) | Huashan World Heritage and Luoyue Culture Area

Administrative Overview

Ningming County is located along the Zuojiang River and borders Vietnam. The county government is located in Chengzhong Town (城中镇). It governs seven towns and six townships.

As the core area of the Zuojiang Huashan Rock Art Cultural Landscape (左江花山岩画文化景观), Ningming is one of the most important historical and cultural destinations in Guangxi.

Tourism Resources

Ningming is famous for its UNESCO World Heritage Site, Huashan Rock Art, which preserves ancient cliff paintings created by the Luoyue people more than 2,000 years ago.

The county focuses on world heritage tourism, archaeological education, river culture, and ethnic traditions. Visitors can experience Huashan boat tours, rock art interpretation, ancient civilization research, and traditional festivals.

It is an ideal destination for history lovers, cultural researchers, university study groups, and international heritage programs.

Longzhou County (龙州县) | Red Culture and Tianqin Intangible Heritage Area

Administrative Overview

Longzhou County is located along the China–Vietnam border, with its government seat in Longzhou Town (龙州镇). It governs five towns and seven townships.

The county has played an important role in border defense, revolutionary history, and ethnic cultural development.

Tourism Resources

Longzhou combines red revolutionary heritage, Zhuang intangible cultural heritage, and China–Vietnam border culture.

Major attractions include Longzhou Uprising Memorial Hall (龙州起义纪念馆), Red Eighth Army Headquarters Site (红八军军部旧址), Tianqin Zhuang Village (天琴壮寨), Shuikou Border Port (水口口岸), and ancient border routes.

The area is suitable for red culture education, ethnic music experiences, traditional craft learning, and cross-border cultural research.

Daxin County (大新县) | Transnational Landscape and Karst Tourism Area

Administrative Overview

Daxin County is located in the southwest border region of Chongzuo, with its government seat in Taocheng Town (桃城镇). It governs five towns and nine townships.

The county is the most famous natural tourism area in Chongzuo, featuring karst mountains, rivers, forests, and border landscapes.

Tourism Resources

Daxin is home to Chongzuo’s most iconic natural attractions, including Detian Transnational Waterfall (德天跨国瀑布) and Mingshi Pastoral Area (明仕田园).

The county focuses on cross-border landscape tourism, karst geography, Zhuang rural culture, bamboo rafting, and ecological experiences. It is the most popular destination for international visitors, photographers, families, and nature enthusiasts.

Tiandeng County (天等县) | Traditional Agriculture and Ethnic Festival Area

Administrative Overview

Tiandeng County is located in the northern mountainous area of Chongzuo, with its government seat in Tiandeng Town (天等镇). It governs six towns and seven townships.

The county preserves traditional agricultural lifestyles, mountain villages, and ethnic customs.

Tourism Resources

Tiandeng is best known as the birthplace of the Zhuang Frost Festival (壮族霜降节), recognized as an important intangible cultural heritage.

Its tourism resources include traditional rice farming culture, ethnic festivals, karst caves, mountain landscapes, and rural wellness experiences.

Tiandeng is especially suitable for cultural research, agricultural study tours, folk festivals, and slow-paced countryside travel.

Pingxiang City (凭祥市) | China–Vietnam Border Gateway

Administrative Overview

Pingxiang is a county-level city managed by Chongzuo and located directly on the China–Vietnam border. The city government is located in Pingxiang Town (凭祥镇) and it governs four towns: Pingxiang, Youyi, Puzhai, and Shangshi.

As one of China’s important border cities, Pingxiang is a major hub for border trade, international exchange, and ASEAN cooperation.

Tourism Resources

Pingxiang focuses on border history, international trade, and cross-border cultural experiences.

Major attractions include Friendship Pass (友谊关), Jinji Mountain Fortress (金鸡山古炮台), border trade areas, and traditional villages such as Hualitun (花梨屯).

The city is suitable for border history tours, ASEAN exchange programs, business study tours, and cultural exploration.

Chongzuo Administrative Divisions and Tourism Development Pattern

Regional Tourism Connection

Chongzuo has developed a complete tourism structure based on different regional functions.

Jiangzhou District serves as the transportation and cultural gateway.

Ningming County represents world heritage and ancient Luoyue civilization.

Daxin County represents transnational waterfalls, karst landscapes, and rural tourism.

Longzhou County represents revolutionary history and Zhuang intangible heritage.

Tiandeng County represents ethnic festivals and agricultural traditions.

Fusui County represents prehistoric culture, agriculture, and family science tourism.

Pingxiang City represents border culture, ASEAN trade, and international exchange.

Together, these areas create a comprehensive travel system covering nature, history, ethnic culture, ecology, and border experiences.

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