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Ames is located in the central part of the U.S. state of Iowa, about 50 miles (80 kilometers) north of the capital city of Des Moines, and is one of the county seats of Boyd and Story counties, as well as the state's most important educational and livable city. As the home of Iowa State University (ISU), Ames has been deeply tied to the university since its founding in 1888, and the university is nationally renowned for its agricultural engineering, veterinary medicine, materials science and other disciplines, infusing the city with a strong academic and innovative atmosphere. With the university's resources, Ames has developed into a center for biotechnology, high-end manufacturing and aerospace research, with leading research institutions such as the National Advanced Driving Simulator Laboratory. With a population of approximately 66,000 (2020 data), the city has been repeatedly recognized as one of the safest and most livable areas in the nation, combining urban convenience with a small-town friendliness that attracts numerous academic conferences and tourists each year.
Located in Xuzhou City, Jiangsu Province, China, Quanshan District is one of the main urban areas of Xuzhou, with a total area of about 100 square kilometers and a population of about 600,000 people. The district is named after the Quanshan Mountain in its territory, and is strategically located with convenient transportation, making it the political, economic and cultural center of Xuzhou.
Quanshan District has a long history and deep cultural heritage, with such heritage as Pengzu Culture and Two Han Culture. The economy is dominated by modern services, high-tech industries and tourism, and attractions such as Yunlong Lake Scenic Area and Quanshan National Forest Park attract many tourists. Overall, Quanshan is a livable area that blends natural beauty with urban development.