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Originally this region was known was Malanwa (Chinese: 马兰洼; lit. 'Malan Hollow') for its low-lying landscape and abundance of Kalimeris indica. Over time the name was corrupted to Malianwa.
History
Timetable of Malianwa Subdistrict
Year
Status
1928
Part of suburb of Beijing
1947
Part of the 6th Suburban District
1949
Part of the 16th District
1957
Eastern portion was transferred to Experimental Station of Beijing Agricultural University
1964
Western portion was transferred to Experimental Station of Beijing Agricultural University