Xiaoyi


Xiaoyi is a county-level city under the administration of Lüliang prefecture-level city, in Shanxi Province, China.
Xiaoyi was built by the State of Jin in 594 BC, named Guayang in Spring and [Autumn period]. It was renamed Zhongyang in Three Kingdoms period and Yong'an in Northern Wei period. In 627 AD, it was renamed Xiaoyi by Emperor [Taizong of Tang].
Xiaoyi is known for its mineral resources, including coal, iron ore and bauxite. It is also known for walnuts and shadow play.

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