Luohe
Prefecture-level city in central Henan, China.
Luohe (Chinese: 漯河; pinyin: Luòhé; postal: Loho) is a prefecture-level city in central Henan province, China. It is surrounded by the cities of Xuchang, Zhoukou, Zhumadian and Pingdingshan on its north, east, south and west respectively. Luohe is notable as the Chinese headquarters of WH Group, the world's largest pork producer, and as the home of Nanjie Village, a Maoist-styled collective-ownership community.
- location
- Central Henan province, China
- administrative_divisions
- 3 districts, 2 counties
- major_river_system
- Huai River system
- known_for
- WH Group headquarters, Nanjie Village, ham production
Lore & Background
Its 81 rivers all belong to the Huai River system.
Reader's Guide
Luohe's significance stems from its role as a commercial center since ancient times and its modern economic profile. The city is famous for its ham production industry and hosts the Chinese headquarters of WH Group, the world's largest pork producer, which also owns Smithfield Foods. Nanjie Village, located in Luohe, has gained fame for its Maoist-styled collective-ownership model. Natural resources include rock salt from its rivers suitable for food preparation and sand used in building materials. Industries range from food preparation, textiles, plastics, and shoes to heavy industries like cement production. The city is also the birthplace of Xu Shen, the Han dynasty scholar who compiled the first Chinese character dictionary, Shuowen Jiezi.
Did You Know?
- Luohe is the Chinese headquarters of WH Group, the world's largest pork producer.
- The city is home to Nanjie Village, a Maoist-styled collective-ownership community.
- Luohe's 81 rivers are all part of the Huai River system.
- The Han dynasty scholar Xu Shen, who compiled the first Chinese character dictionary, was from Luohe.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Luohe?
Luohe is a prefecture-level city in central Henan province, China, bordered by Xuchang to the north, Zhoukou to the east, Zhumadian to the south, and Pingdingshan to the west.
What is Luohe famous for?
The city serves as the Chinese headquarters of WH Group, the world's largest pork producer, and is home to Nanjie Village, a community governed under a Maoist-style collective-ownership system.
What river basin does Luohe belong to?
Luohe sits within the Huai River drainage system in central Henan.
What is Nanjie Village and why is it notable?
Nanjie Village is a community in Luohe that still operates under a Maoist-styled collective-ownership model, making it a rare surviving example of that governance approach in modern China.
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