Time Zone |
Asia/Baghdad |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+3 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
America/Chicago |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-6 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC-5 |
Located in the autonomous region of Iraqi Kurdistan, close to the Iranian-Turkish border, Amadiyah is an ancient city nestled in the Zagros Mountains with a history of more than 2,000 years. It is known for its mountainous terrain and unique complex of stone buildings. The old town retains its Ottoman-era defensive walls, mosques and traditional homes, and the streets wind through the mountains with a strong Middle Eastern flavor. With a predominantly Kurdish population and agriculture and handicrafts as the main economic activities, the cool climate and cultural heritage have attracted tourists in recent years, making it a unique destination to experience the culture and history of the Kurdish mountains.
Ruby is a small incorporated town in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, United States, located about 60 miles northeast of the state capital of Baton Rouge and adjacent to the Mississippi border, and characterized by a quiet rural atmosphere and a deep community culture. Sparsely populated, with fewer than 500 people according to the most recent census, the town dates back to the late 1800s and, with its early rise to an agricultural economy (e.g., cotton and soybean farming), still retains the rustic look of a traditional Southern town. The town's landmarks include a century-old community church and several Victorian-style homes, and the annual fall "Ruby Family Day," which blends elements of local Cajun and Creole culture, has become a shared memory for the surrounding residents. Despite its small size, Ruby epitomizes the serenity of the American countryside with its simple folk and distinctive Louisiana southern flavor.