Lincang, Yunnan

China

Provincial capital23.8797° N, 100.0945° E

Lincang, in Yunnan, China, is a provincial capital. Its population is 323,708.

Population323,708

ProvinceYunnan

Coordinates23.8797° N, 100.0945° E

CountryChina

Rank in China#331 of 886,766

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About Lincang

The geographic coordinates of Lincang are 23.88° N, 100.09° E, placing it in the Northern Hemisphere. Administratively, it falls within Yunnan, China.

Out of 886,766 localities in China, Lincang ranks #331 with 323,708 inhabitants.

Cities in Yunnan

Within the Yunnan region of China, Lincang stands alongside cities like Kunming, Qujing, Baoshan. Lincang has 323,708 inhabitants.

Kunming3,855,346 Qujing1,408,500 Baoshan935,618 Zhaotong787,845 Mengzi595,100 Chuxiong555,081 Jianshui490,000 Wenshan City450,000 Simao296,565 Longling County270,000

Universities in Lincang

Lincang is home to 1 universities and higher education institutions.

University	Founded	Type	QS
West Yunnan University	1978	—	—

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Lincang?

Lincang has a population of 323,708. It ranks #331 in China by population.

What province or state is Lincang in?

Lincang is located in Yunnan, China.

Where is Lincang located?

Lincang is located at coordinates 23.88° N, 100.09° E in Yunnan, China.

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