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Shaanxi Baishui: The Hometown of Cangjie and Apples

Shaanxi Baishui County, located in Weinan City, Shaanxi Province, on the Weibei Plateau, has a long history and deep cultural heritage, and is known as the "hometown of Cangjie". It is the birthplace of Cangjie, the originator of Chinese characters, and the Cangjie Temple, as a national key cultural relics protection unit, carries important memories of the origin of Chinese characters, with ancient cypresses and monuments standing in the temple, which tell the civilization inheritance of thousands of years. Baishui is also known as the "Hometown of Apples in China", where the temperature difference between day and night is large, the light is sufficient, the soil is fertile, and the apples produced are colorful, sweet and juicy, which are exported to domestic and foreign markets. In addition, Baishui also has natural landscapes such as Dukang Spring and Leiya River, which combine the beauty of humanity and ecology, making it a unique place to explore the Chinese civilization and savor the idyllic atmosphere.

About New Caledonia

New Caledonia is a French overseas dependency in the South Pacific, not an independent country. It is located about 1,200 kilometers east of Australia and consists of several islands, including the main island of Grande Terre and the Loyalty Islands, with Nouméa as its capital. The archipelago is known globally for its unique biodiversity and rich nickel resources.

Ecology and geography

New Caledonia has the second largest coral reef ecosystem in the world and is a World Heritage Site. The island is dotted with tropical rainforests and mangroves, and has an extremely high proportion of endemic species, such as the iconic kegu thrush. Its geological history dates back to the Paleo-Gondwana period, creating a unique ultramafic landscape.

Culture and social customs

The population is multicultural, including indigenous Kanaks, Europeans and Asians, and the official language is French. The Kanak culture is characterized by traditional thatched roofs and carvings. The economy is based on nickel mining and tourism, and Nouméa's French architecture and blue coast attract many tourists.

Tourist highlights and activities

Visitors can experience the spectacle of aerial photography at the heart-shaped mangrove islands, enjoy the white sandy beaches and turquoise sea at Pine Island, or delve into the Aqua Lagoon Nature Reserve to observe the marine life. It is also an ideal destination for scuba diving, hiking and cultural exploration, blending untouched nature with a French resort atmosphere.