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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/Taipei |
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.
Ziguan District is located on the southwest coast of Kaohsiung City, Taiwan Province of China, neighboring Nanzi District in the north, Qiaotou District in the east, bordering the Taiwan Strait in the west, and Yanshao District in the south, making it an important area for combining agriculture and fishery in Kaohsiung City. Known for its fertile alluvial plains and warm climate, the area produces high-quality agricultural products such as Ziguan watermelon and Wendan pomelo, and is known as the "Fruit Township". The coastal Chikan Fishing Harbor provides fresh seafood, and the culture of the fishing village is strong. The Ziguan Watermelon Festival held every year attracts many tourists. The Ziguan Daitianfu (Daitian Mansion), a monument in the area, is dedicated to the Chifu Senju, and is the center of local beliefs, with a history dating back to the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty. Ziguan combines idyllic scenery with coastal features, making it a good place to experience traditional life and natural scenery in southern Taiwan.