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Carroll is the county seat of Carroll County, Iowa, United States, located in the west-central part of the state, about 130 kilometers northwest of Des Moines. The city covers an area of about 16.5 km2 and has a population of about 10,000 (2020 data), making it the center of a typical Midwestern American agricultural community. The economy is based on agriculture, manufacturing, and healthcare, with well-developed corn and soybean farming, as well as food processing and machinery manufacturing industries. The local education system is well-developed, including K-12 public and private schools, and healthcare facilities are centered around St. Anthony's Hospital. The city hosts annual Carroll County Fair and other traditional events, and retains a strong community culture and historic buildings such as the Carroll Historical Museum. Conveniently located at the intersection of US-30 and IA-141, the city is approximately 1.5 hours from Des Moines International Airport.
Bubac is the capital of Oio Province in western Guinea-Bissau, located on the Atlantic coast, is a small coastal city full of West African flavor. Fishing is the main industry here, and the fishing port, though small in scale, vividly demonstrates the local fishermen's living atmosphere, and the daily catch of seafood injects vitality into the city. Surrounded by dense mangrove forests, the city's ecological environment is unique, making it a great place for bird-watching and experiencing nature. Bubac retains Guinea-Bissau's traditional mud-brick buildings and rustic streets, away from the hustle and bustle of the city, and at a slow pace, visitors can experience pure beach life and explore the unique local culture that coexists with the sea.