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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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Africa/Windhoek |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+2 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Located in the northwestern part of Nantou County, Taiwan Province of China, Caotun is the county's most populous township and is situated at the transportation hub between the Taichung Basin and the Puli Basin. The area is predominantly agricultural, producing rice, fruits and flowers, and is also rich in cultural and historical sites, such as the Caotun Handicraft Park and historic temples. The mild climate of Caotun, with an average annual temperature of about 22°C, makes it suitable for tourism and residence.
The economy of Caotun is based on traditional agriculture and the emerging tourism industry. In recent years, handicrafts and local industries have been developed to attract tourists to experience the local culture. Conveniently located, it can be connected to Taichung City and other neighboring cities via national highways and public transportation.
Located in the Omusati Region of northern Namibia, near the Angolan border, Ombalantu is a cultural town famous for its traditional wooden longhouses. The iconic Ombalantu Big Tree House, a 28-meter-high structure made of African acacia wood, dates back to the 19th century and is an important cultural heritage site for the local Ovambo people as it once served as a place of residence, council and ceremony. Today, the Big Tree House has been transformed into a small museum displaying traditional handicrafts, farming tools and folklore history, offering visitors a glimpse into the traditional way of life in northern Namibia. Surrounded by lush vegetation and nourished by seasonal rivers, the town's inhabitants still practice the ancient skills of millet cultivation and hand weaving. As an important point on Namibia's "cultural journey", Ombalantu is an ideal destination to experience the original African culture with its unique wooden house architecture and simple folklore.