Xiangyang, a prefecture-level city under the jurisdiction of Hubei Province, is the birthplace of China's famous historical and cultural city, Chu culture, Han culture and Three Kingdoms culture. It has a history of more than 2,800 years, and it has been an important economic and military place in all dynasties. Known as "China's first city, Xiangyang, a battleground for military strategists." [ 1-3]

Xiangyang city is located in the northwest of Hubei province, in the hinterland of the middle reaches of the Han River. Xiangyang is named because it is located in the sun of the ringing water, and the Hanshui River passes through the city, separating Xiangyang and Fancheng from the north and south sides and facing each other across the river. Both cities are important military and commercial centers in history. After 1949, the two cities merged into one, called Xiangfan city. From 1983, Xiangyang area was merged into the prefecture-level Xiangfan city. 20 10 12 was renamed Xiangyang city. It has jurisdiction over three districts (Xiangzhou, Xiangcheng and Fancheng), three county-level cities (Zaoyang, Yicheng and Laohekou), three counties (Nanzhang, Baokang and Gucheng) and three development zones (Xiangyang High-tech Industrial Development Zone, Xiangyang Economic and Technological Development Zone and Xiangyang Zhou Yuliang Economic Development Zone), with a total area of 1.97 million square kilometers.

The scenic spots and historical sites in Xiangyang are mainly characterized by the cultures of the Three Kingdoms. The famous scenic spots are Longzhong Scenic Area and Xiangyang City. Liu Bei's stories of "three visits to the thatched cottage" and "Long Zhong Dui" all happened here. Xiangyang has become the central city of eco-cultural tourism circle in western Hubei. In 20 13, Xiangyang was selected as one of the first national smart cities. In 20 14, Xiangyang was shortlisted as a national pilot city of information benefiting the people. [4]