Time Zone |
Europe/Bucharest |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+2 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+3 |
Time Zone |
Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Bucharest, the capital and largest city of Romania, is located in the middle of the Danube River Plain in the southeast of the country and is a political, economic and cultural center. The historic city is a blend of Orthodox, Byzantine and French flavors, and was once known as "Little Paris". The old town has preserved medieval buildings and Orthodox churches, while the iconic Palace of the Parliament (now the Palais des Congrès), the world's second-largest administrative building, is an imposing sight. As the economic hub of Romania, Bucharest has a vibrant and diverse mix of industrial, technological and service companies, as well as universities and cultural institutions.
Located in the north of Henan Province, China, Linzhou is a county-level city under the administration of Anyang City, at the eastern foot of the Taihang Mountains and at the junction of Jin, Hebei and Henan provinces. It is famous for the spirit of the Red Flag Canal, known as the "hometown of the Red Flag Canal in China", and is a base for red tourism and patriotic education. Linzhou is rich in natural landscapes, including the Taihang Grand Canyon and Tianping Mountain, with peculiar landforms suitable for hiking and eco-tourism. Agriculture is based on wheat and corn, and industry covers machinery manufacturing and building materials. Transportation is convenient, with access to major cities by road and rail. With its blend of history, culture and natural beauty, Linzhou is a destination worth exploring.