Ningbo is a seaport city in the northeast of Zhejiang province. With a population of 7,605,700 inhabitants, 3,491,000 of whom reside in the urban area which comprises 6 districts.

Ningbo is an important port city located 220 kilometres (140 mi) south of Shanghai. The city’s export industry dates back to the 7th century. Today Ningbo is a major exporter of electrical products, textiles, food, and industrial tools.