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Baju County is located in the southeast of Chamdo City in the Tibet Autonomous Region of China, in the eastern part of the Tibetan Plateau, with an average altitude of about 3200 meters. The county is famous for its magnificent alpine valleys and the landscape of the Nu River basin, and is an important node of the Sichuan-Tibet Highway (National Highway 318). Baju is rich in natural and cultural resources, including famous scenic spots such as Ranwu Lake and Laiku Glacier, as well as Tibetan Buddhist temples and traditional Tibetan villages. The economy is based on agriculture and animal husbandry, with ecotourism gradually developing in recent years. The climate is alpine and dry, with large temperature differences between day and night, making it suitable for summer travel.
Pingzhen is located in the western part of Taoyuan City, Taiwan, China. With an area of about 47 square kilometers and a population of about 220,000, the area is a typical metropolitan satellite city. The geographical position is connected to Jhongli District in the north and Bade District in the east, which is an important transportation hub.
Pingzhen was originally Pingzhen Township, which was upgraded to a county municipality in 1992 due to population growth, and was reorganized into a district in 2014 after Taoyuan was upgraded to a municipality. The Hakka people are the main residents of the area, and it retains rich Hakka cultural traditions, including Hakka cuisine and religious activities. The economy is dominated by the manufacturing industry, including machinery, electronics, and textiles.
Important landmarks include the Baodong Shrine (Yimin Temple), Shezi Wetland Park, and Beisi Old Street. The annual Yimin Festival on July 20 of the lunar calendar is an important cultural event that showcases the unique Hakka folklore. Transportation is available via the Taiwan 66 Expressway, National Highway No. 1 and National Highway No. 3, which connects to all parts of Taiwan.