City Time Difference Time difference between ankang and AmeS：ankang is 13 hours behind compared to AmeS

Introduction to Ankang, Shaanxi, China

Located in the southeastern part of Shaanxi Province in China, Ankang is situated in the Qinba Mountainous Region, with the Han River passing through the city, making it an important hub city connecting Shaanxi, Hubei and Sichuan Provinces. As the core water source of the National South-to-North Water Diversion Project, Ankang is famous for its high-quality ecological environment, with more than 65% of the area covered by forests, and is known as the "Pearl of Qinba".

The area is rich in history, culture and natural resources: scenic spots such as Yinghu Lake and Xiangxi Cave show the beauty of landscape, Ziyang tea culture has been passed down for thousands of years, and the Han opera and Dragon Boat Customs of Dragon Boat Festival have been listed as intangible cultural heritages. The economy is dominated by green industries, covering the fields of selenium-rich food, eco-tourism and biomedicine. The opening of the Xikang high-speed railway further strengthens its regional transportation status.

Combining the boldness of the north with the spirit of the south, Ankang is a livable city with both ecological barrier function and humanistic charm.

Ames, Iowa: Iowa's City of Science and Livability

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.