Dulin Hui Ethnic Township in Cang County, Cangzhou

Overview

Dulin Town (杜林镇) is located in Cang County (沧县), Cangzhou City (沧州市), Hebei Province (河北省). It lies in the northwest of Cang County, bordering the Cangzhou New Area (沧州新区) to the east, Dazhu Village (大褚村乡) to the south, Daguan Village (大官厅乡) to the west, and Xinxing Town (新兴镇) in Qing County (青县) to the north. The town covers a total area of 61.07 square kilometers. As of the end of 2021, the registered population of the former Dulin Hui Ethnic Township (杜林回族乡) was 46,363.

Historical Development

Dulin Hui Ethnic Township was originally part of Qingcang County (青沧交县) in 1946. In 1984, it was officially renamed Dulin Hui Ethnic Township. In 1996, Wangxiangzhuang Township (王祥庄乡) was incorporated. On January 13, 2023, a ceremony was held to transition from a township to a town.

Administrative Structure

As of June 2023, Dulin Town governs 38 administrative villages:

Dongjie Village (东街村)
Xijie Village (西街村)
Beijie Village (北街村)
Chenxin Village (陈辛庄村)
Zhangjiaying Village (张家营村)
Dabu Village (大布村)
Lubu Village (吕布村)
Guobu Village (郭布村)
Niyangtun Village (倪杨屯村)
Quanwangzhuang Village (权王庄村)
Xiaotan Village (小滩村)
Fengguanzhuang Village (冯官庄村)
Daiqiying Village (代起营村)
Xiaozhao Village (小赵庄村)
Xuzhuangzi Village (许庄子村)
Liuli Village (刘李庄村)
Tiezhuangzi Village (铁庄子村)
Luozhuangzi Village (罗庄子村)
Wangxinzhuang Village (王辛庄村)
Shenzhuangzi Village (申庄子村)
Fangzhuangzi Village (房庄子村)
Sanhe Village (三合村)
Zhangzhuangzi Village (张庄子村)
Tangzhuangzi Village (汤庄子村)
Beili Village (北李庄村)
Mengzhuangzi Village (孟庄子村)
Zhaoguaning Village (赵官营村)
Nanzhaoguaning Village (南赵官营村)
Xizhaoguaning Village (西赵官营村)
Qianliulaitang Village (前流来堂村)
Houliulaitang Village (后流来堂村)
Guojiaogou Village (郭家沟村)
Gaojiacang Village (高家场村)
Miaomadiao Village (苗码头村)
Niqiao Village (倪桥村)
Laizhuangzi Village (赖庄子村)
Guozhuangzi Village (郭庄子村)
Wangxiangzhuang Village (王祥庄村)

Geography

Dulin Hui Ethnic Township is situated in the northwest of Cang County. The township government is located 13.5 kilometers from the Cang County People’s Government. The total area is 61.07 square kilometers.

Demographics

As of the end of 2011, the total population of the former Dulin Hui Ethnic Township was 44,150, with an urban population of 2,096. The population consisted of 22,689 males (50.2%) and 21,461 females (49.8%). The majority ethnic group is Han (汉族), accounting for 94% of the population, while Hui (回族) make up 6%. The population growth rate was 8.41%.

Transportation

As of 2011, Dulin was served by the Beijing-Shanghai High-Speed Railway, the Shuohuang Railway, the Beijing-Shanghai Expressway, the Langcang Expressway, and several county-level roads totaling 27.9 kilometers.

Getting There

By Train: The nearest major train station is in Cangzhou, which is accessible via high-speed rail from major cities like Beijing and Shanghai.
By Car: Dulin Town can be reached by driving via the Beijing-Shanghai Expressway or the Langcang Expressway. Local roads also connect to the surrounding towns and villages.
Public Transport: Buses from Cangzhou to local villages are available, providing a convenient way to reach Dulin.

Travel Tips

Best Time to Visit: The ideal time to visit Dulin is during the spring and autumn months when the weather is pleasant.
Local Cuisine: Be sure to try local Hui dishes, known for their rich flavors and unique cooking styles.
Cultural Etiquette: Respect local customs, especially in Hui communities, which may include dietary restrictions and prayer practices.
Photography: Ask for permission before taking photos of people or private properties, especially in rural areas.

Dulin Town offers a unique glimpse into the life of the Hui ethnic community in Hebei Province, along with beautiful rural landscapes and rich cultural experiences.