Time Zone |
Africa/Accra |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+0 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Asia/Yangon |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+6.5 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Aburi is a quiet mountain town in the Eastern Province of Ghana, about 40 kilometers from the capital, Accra, with an altitude of up to 370 meters above sea level and a pleasantly cool climate, and is known as the "backyard of Ghana". The town's most famous attraction is the Aburi Botanical Gardens, a 64-hectare facility built in 1890, which is a popular destination for scientific research and eco-tourism, and is home to a rich variety of tropical plants, including rare flowers, medicinal trees and centuries-old trees. The local economy is based on agriculture and handicrafts, with an abundance of flowers, citrus and other crops, as well as traditional weaving markets and wood carving crafts. Combining natural beauty with traditional Ghanaian flavor, Abor is an ideal place to experience an idyllic life away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Mahbinkyun is a small town in the Ayeyarwady Division of central Myanmar, situated on the east bank of the Ayeyarwady River, about 400 kilometers away from Yangon, and is an important transportation node connecting to the surrounding agricultural areas. It is known for its peaceful and idyllic scenery and unique ethnic culture. Most of the residents are Burmese and Karen, and traditional handicrafts such as bamboo weaving and cotton weaving still retain their ancient techniques. The town's Mabon Pagoda, built in the 18th century, is the center of the local Buddhist faith, and a grand temple fair is held every year during the Water Festival. Although tourism has yet to be developed on a large scale, its simple folk and uncluttered, unnatural surroundings attract backpackers looking for a primitive experience. Mabon's economy is based on rice cultivation and fishing, but in recent years it has also tried to drive development through the export of specialty agricultural products such as sesame and beans.