Top 10 happiest cities in China 2014

No 8 Xinyang

Located in the most southern part of Henan province, Xinyang sits between the north foot of Dabie Mountain and the upper reaches of Huaihe River. As one of the birth places of Chinese civilization, the city embraces a history of more than 8,000 years. With a beautiful landscape and comfortable living condition, Xinyang has been on the country's list of happiest cities a few times since 2009.

Women pick tea in a garden in Xinyang, Henan province on April 7, 2013.[Photo/IC]