China National Highway 319 (G319) is a significant national thoroughfare, stretching approximately 2,984 kilometers (1,854 miles) across the diverse landscapes of southern China. This vital route commences in the coastal city of Xiamen, Fujian Province, and charts a general northwestward course, traversing four provinces and one direct-controlled municipality before concluding in Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province[1]
The G319 serves as an essential transportation artery, connecting major economic and cultural centers across its extensive path. Beginning at sea level in Xiamen, Fujian, it quickly moves inland, passing through key Fujian cities such as Zhangzhou and Longyan . Entering Jiangxi Province, the highway meanders through historically significant areas like Ruijin, known as a cradle of the Chinese revolution, and continues through cities like Pingxiang.[2] As it progresses into Hunan Province, G319 passes through the provincial capital, Changsha, a major economic and cultural hub, as well as other significant cities like Yiyang and Changde
China National Highway 112 runs around Beijing
Before 2013, Mainland China observed National Highway 228 as Taiwan Ring, composed of several National Expressway (Republic of China) and Taiwan provincial highways, this designation is not recognized by Republic of China (Taiwan). This observation was eventually dropped in new National Highway plans, replaced by Dandong-Dongxing Highway.
A extension plan of the highway system was announced in 2013, including extension of existing highways(101-112, 201-227, 301-330) and new highways (North-South 228-248, East-West 331-361, Connections 501-581). Only small portions of them needs to be constructed from scratch; most of the new highways would be upgraded provincial/county highways.
Another extension plan was announced in 2022, including new small purpose connection highways (601-701).