Time Zone |
Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, located in the northwest of Sichuan Province and on the southeast edge of the Tibetan Plateau, is the core area of the Sichuan-Yunnan ecological barrier. With an average altitude of more than 3,500 meters, Aba is an important water source for the upper reaches of the Yangtze and Yellow Rivers, and has two world natural heritages, Jiuzhaigou and Huanglong, as well as magnificent landscapes such as the Four Girls' Mountains and Ruoergai Grassland, and is known as the "Wonderland of the Earth" and the "Natural Animal and Plant Genetic Repository". It is known as "the heaven on earth" and "the gene pool of natural flora and fauna". The territory is inhabited by Tibet, Qiang, Hui, Han and other ethnic groups, Tibetan towers, Qiang ancient fortresses, pots and pans, singing and dancing, and other multicultural blend, giving rise to a unique folk customs. As an important node of the golden line of tourism in western Sichuan, Aba attracts global tourists with its primitive ecology, red culture and ethnic flavors, and is a model of harmonious coexistence of ecological protection and cultural heritage.
Foping County, located in Hanzhong City, Shaanxi Province, China, at the southern foot of the Qinling Mountains, is a mountainous county famous for its natural ecology and panda protection. Covering an area of about 1,279 square kilometers, the county is sparsely populated and has a forest coverage of over 90%, making it known as a "natural oxygen bar".
The county is a national nature reserve, famous for rare species such as giant pandas and golden monkeys, and is rich in biodiversity. The Foping Panda Valley is a popular tourist attraction, attracting many tourists to see wild animals and experience the natural scenery of the Qinling Mountains.
The economy is based on eco-tourism and agriculture, with specialties including honey and Chinese herbs. Conveniently connected to Xi'an and Hanzhong by highway and rail, the area is suitable for nature lovers and eco-tourists to explore.