Time Zone |
Asia/Muscat |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+4 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Al-Khod is a coastal town in the Muscat Governorate of Oman, located about 20 kilometers south of the capital city of Muscat and bordering the Gulf of Oman. The town is known for its tranquil seaside scenery and traditional Arab culture, with its long sandy beaches and the rolling Hajar Mountains as a backdrop, complementing the natural landscape with the cultural flavor of the town. The local economy is based on fishing, small-scale trade and services, with some residents working in industries related to the neighboring port. As one of Oman's major satellite towns, Al Qut retains the traditional Omani village life while enjoying the modern conveniences of its proximity to the capital city, making it an ideal place to experience Oman's native culture and natural charms.
Taixing City is located in the central part of Jiangsu Province, China. It is a county-level city under the administration of Taizhou City, and is situated in the northern wing of the Yangtze River Delta Economic Circle. The city is known as the "Hometown of Education" and "Hometown of Ginkgo", with a total area of 1,172 square kilometers and a population of about 1.2 million. Taixing has a long history, founded in the Southern Tang Dynasty, with a thousand years of cultural heritage, and attractions such as the Huangqiao Battle Memorial Hall and Qingyun Temple highlight its red and ancient charm.
Economically, Taixing is an important industrial base in central Jiangsu with fine chemicals, machinery manufacturing and pharmaceutical industries as its pillars. The Jiangyin-Jingjiang Industrial Park and Taixing Economic Development Zone promote the integration of regional industries and cities. Local specialties such as Huangqiao baklava and Taixing white fruits are popular. Conveniently located near the Shanghai-Shaanxi Expressway and the Beijing-Shanghai Expressway, the city is integrated into the one-hour economic circle of the Yangtze River Delta, combining development vitality with ecological livability.