Xixiu

Xixiu, written as 西秀 in Chinese, is a toponym used in several places in China, but it is best known as Xixiu District (西秀区), the urban core of the prefecture-level city of Anshun in Guizhou Province. The district serves as the political, economic, and cultural center of Anshun and plays a central role in the city’s administration and development.

Geographically, Xixiu District sits in central Guizhou as part of Anshun. It comprises a mix of urban and suburban areas and contains the city’s government offices and many of its central services. The district is divided into multiple subdistricts and towns that together form the heart of Anshun’s urban landscape.

Historically, the Xixiu area has long been inhabited and developed through successive Chinese dynasties. In the modern era, the district emerged from municipal reorganizations and has since grown as Anshun’s primary center for governance, commerce, education, and culture. The transformation reflects broader patterns of urbanization in Guizhou Province.

Economically, Xixiu District maintains a diversified profile typical of Guizhou’s urban centers, with services, retail, light industry, and administrative functions contributing to growth. Tourism also benefits the wider Anshun region, which is known for natural and cultural attractions that attract visitors. The population in the district includes a mix of ethnic groups common to Guizhou, contributing to a diverse local culture.