Jiangyin, city in eastern China, in Jiangsu Province. Jiangyin lies on the south bank of the Yangtze River, due north of Wuxi and Tai Hu (Lake T'ai). The name Jiangyin dates from the 6th century and means “city on the south bank of the river” in Chinese. Jiangyin's industry includes weaving, apparel and machinery manufacturing, and shipbuilding. Agricultural products include rice; wheat; cotton; and rapeseeds, which are used to make lubricant and cooking oil. Jiangyin is connected to Wuxi by the Xicheng Canal, which is part of the system of canals known as the Grand Canal. Notable sites in Jiangyin include the tall, octagonal Xingguosi Pagoda, built in the late 10th century. The city was historically important as a major port on the Yangtze River and as an important military fort. Active trade with Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia has been carried out through Jiangyin since the Tang (T'ang) dynasty (618-907). Population (1991) 213,659.Microsoft® Encarta® Online Encyclopedia 2001
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