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Africa/Niamey |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+1 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Abarak (Arlit) is an important town in the Agadez region of northern Niger, located on the southern edge of the Sahara Desert, about 900 kilometers from the capital city of Niamey. As one of the core areas of Niger's mining industry, the surrounding area is rich in uranium and was once a key supplier of raw materials to France's nuclear energy industry. The economy is dominated by mining and a small amount of oasis agriculture, and the inhabitants, many of whom are Tuareg and other ethnic groups, have retained a traditional nomadic culture. Although the town is located in an arid zone, it has become a transit point for desert trade and goods by virtue of its position as a hub on the Niger-Algeria highway, and its unique desert landscape and mining history make it both geographically and economically strategic.
Located in southeastern Shandong Province, China, Junan County is part of the city of Linyi and is situated at the junction of Lu and Suzhou, with a total area of 1,752 square kilometers. It has a temperate monsoon climate with four distinct seasons and a beautiful natural environment, and is known as the "Southern Gate of Shandong". The economy is based on agriculture, with peanuts, chestnuts and other agricultural products in abundance, while industry and tourism are growing steadily.
With a long history and culture, Junan is one of the most important birthplaces of Chinese civilization, and is home to a number of historical sites and red tourist attractions, such as the former site of the Shandong Provincial Government and the former headquarters of the 115th Division of the Eighth Route Army. The local transportation is conveniently located near a number of highways and railroads, making it easy to connect to major cities in and out of Shandong Province. The population is predominantly Han Chinese, and the dialect is Shandong, with traditional and rich cultural practices.