Pears come in many varieties. Years ago, before fresh fruit could always found in stores, and transportation was not so available, people stored fruits in cellars to last them over the winter. Apples and pears were good candidates. The pears for winter storage were selected for their keeping ability more than for their taste.
The cultivating area of pear is similar to the apple. Northern part of China is the main producing area, like the provinces of Hebei, Shandong, Shanxi etc. Generally speaking, we collect Ya pear from Hebei and Shandong province, and Su pear from Shanxi province. Ya pear  and crown pear are the main varieties, and the main producing areas are Jinzhou, Cangzhou and Botou area of Hebei Province , Yangxin area of Shandong province. We also have golden pear or the other variety of pear from Hebei and Shandong province. Chinese pears are famous for the features of crisp and more juice taste, sweet with a little acid flavor. It is very healthy fruit and is good for our body.