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Asia/Taipei |
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UTC+8 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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.
Xiahe, belonging to Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture in Gansu Province, is situated on the northeastern edge of the Tibetan Plateau and is one of the cultural centers of the Amdo Tibetan area. It is famous for the Labrang Monastery, the world's premier Tibetan temple, which boasts six Buddhist schools, 108 Buddhist temples, and a large number of precious Buddha statues and thangkas, and is an important holy site for the Gelugpa school of Tibetan Buddhism, attracting countless believers and tourists to come for pilgrimage and sightseeing every year. The Sanko grassland around the county is rich in water and grass, with green grass in summer and flocks of cows and sheep, where you can experience horseback riding, Tibetan home visits and other folk activities, and feel the rich Tibetan flavor. In addition, Xiahe also retains traditional horse races, Sun Buddha Festival and other folk activities, blending natural scenery and religious culture, is a must-visit place to explore the Gannan Plateau flavor.