Boundary & Administrative Data
China Administrative Boundaries — GeoJSON Download
Quick answer: DataV GeoAtlas (中国行政区划) is the most practical source for Chinese administrative boundaries at province, city, and county levels, delivered as web-ready GeoJSON optimized for map dashboards and visualizations.
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Format
GeoJSON
Geometry
Polygon
Coverage
China (provinces, cities, counties)
Resolution
Provincial / city / county levels
About this dataset
Chinese provincial, city, and county administrative boundaries from Alibaba DataV GeoAtlas, optimized for web mapping and China-focused dashboards.
Alibaba DataV GeoAtlas (中国行政区划) provides Chinese administrative boundary data at provincial (省), city (市), and county (县/区) levels. The boundaries are simplified for web rendering and delivered in GeoJSON format via Alibaba's DataV platform. It is one of the most widely used boundary sources for China-focused web maps, dashboards, and data visualizations.
How to download
- 1 Open the DataV GeoAtlas area selector page.
- 2 Navigate the hierarchy to select the desired boundary level: province (省), city (市), or county (县/区).
- 3 Click to download the GeoJSON file for the selected administrative unit.
- 4 Open the GeoJSON directly in GeoDataViewer or integrate it into a web map application.
FAQ
Is DataV GeoAtlas free to use?
The boundary data from DataV GeoAtlas is free to use for non-commercial purposes under Alibaba DataV's terms. Commercial usage may require separate licensing from Alibaba.
What administrative levels does DataV GeoAtlas cover?
It covers three levels: provincial (省), city/prefecture (市), and county/district (县/区). Boundaries at each level are available as simplified GeoJSON suitable for web map rendering.