The city of Linjiang, Jilin province was declared a "Land of Longevity" at a China's health promotion meeting, on Aug 12, according to a chinajilin.com Aug 14 report, which explained that the decision came after a lengthy investigation, questionnaire, discussion, assessment and public review process.

The meeting's assessment committee found that, today, Linjiang has more than 29,000 people aged 60 or above, accounting for 17 percent of its total population, and an average lifespan three years higher than the national average. It also found that the people of Linjiang generally feel happier than people in other cities across the nation, all of which mean that it meets the international "Land of Longevity" standard.

Doctors in Linjiang regularly give free health check-ups for women there. [Photo/People's Daily]

Elderly men and women studying calligraphy in a continuing education course, in Linjiang. [Photo/People's Daily]

Stunning scenery of the city of Linjiang. [Photo/People's Daily]

China health promotion meeting recognizes Linjiang as "Land of Longevity", on Aug 12. [Photo from People.com.cn]

Linjiang has been making an effort to protect its environment and promoting social welfare, since 2011, which may have contributed to the longevity of its residents.