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Asia/Taipei |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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Asia/Hebron |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+2 |
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UTC+3 |
Beimen Township is located in the southwest coast of Chiayi County, Taiwan Province of China, at the southern end of the Chiayi Plain, west of the Taiwan Strait, east of Xingang Township, south of Tainan City's Qigu District, and north of Yizhu Township, which is a typical coastal agricultural township. It is a typical coastal agricultural township with flat terrain, dense river network, rich aquatic resources and fertile farmland, and abundant production of tropical fruits such as wendan, mango, watermelon, etc., especially the "Beimen wendan", which is one of the important high-quality fruit production areas in Taiwan. In addition, the Beimen Wetland is rich in ecological resources and is an important habitat for migratory birds, with both ecological conservation and tourism value. The area has preserved the traditional Minnan culture, with ancient houses, temples and other humanistic landscapes contrasting with the coastal scenery, demonstrating the simplicity and vitality of Taiwan's countryside.
Located about 25 kilometers north of Jordan's capital Amman, Rawabi is the first smart city in the Middle East to be planned and built from scratch. The project was initiated in 2005 with the impetus of Jordan's King Abdullah II, with the aim of easing the demographic pressure on Amman through sustainable design.
Rawabi is planned to cover an area of 38 square kilometers and is expected to accommodate 150,000 residents. With a focus on 'green, technology and livability', the city will be developed in a layered concept that integrates residential areas, commercial centers and natural parks. The name "Rawabi" means "high ground" in Arabic, echoing its mountainous geography.
The urban design incorporates 40% green space with solar power systems, rainwater harvesting and smart waste disposal facilities. The transportation network uses light rail as the backbone, combined with bike paths and pedestrian systems, with the goal of achieving zero-carbon mobility. core amenities such as the Rawabi American School and a shopping mall have been built since the first residents moved in in 2015.
Rawabi focuses on the information technology, healthcare and cleantech industries, attracting international companies such as the Microsoft Innovation Center. The city's tax incentives and startup funds have helped transform Jordan's economy, and it has been hailed as a testbed for the "Silicon Valley of the Middle East.