Jianli is a county-level city of southern Hubei Province, China, located on the northern (left) bank of the Yangtze River and bordering Hunan Province to the south. It is under the administration of Jingzhou City.

Etymology

The character jian (/) is usually read as jiān, but is read as the less-commonly encountered pronunciation jiàn when used in the name Jianli. Jianli center city name is Rongcheng, the native people prefer to call Chengguan.

Transport

Jianli has one Yangtze River crossing, the Jingyue Yangtze River Bridge, located in Bailuo.

Economy

Jianli is rich in fresh water products, most of which are crayfish, and rice products.

History

Administrative divisions

Eighteen towns: Three townships: Two other areas:

Climate