HANG-CHAU-FOU, an important city of China, capital of the province of Che-kiang, on a plain near the River Tsientang, about 40 miles from its mouth, and 140 miles S.E. of Nanking. It is surrounded by high and strong walls, said to be 9 miles in circumference; and adjoining it are very extensive suburbs. The Governor-General of Che-kiang and Fu-kiang resides in this city, and also the governor of the province, which, with their courts and troops, in addition to its great trade, render this one of the most important and richest cities in the empire. A portion of the space within the walls is divided off for the accommodation of a garrison of 7000 troops. The Grand Canal has its southern termination here in a large irregular basin. The streets are well paved; and the shops and warehouses are large and well stored with goods. There are numerous rich temples and elegant public buildings; and altogether this city presents the appearance of great wealth and splendour. It is noted for its silk manufactures, which employ a large portion of its inhabitants. The population is said to be about one million.