Time Zone |
Africa/Conakry |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+0 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Asia/Taipei |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Conakry, the capital and largest city of the Republic of Guinea, is located on the Kaloum Peninsula on the Atlantic coast of West Africa and is the political, economic and cultural center of Guinea. As a major deep-water port in West Africa, the port of Conakry is responsible for much of the country's import and export trade, with bauxite exports being the backbone of the country's economy, giving it a place in the global mining supply chain. The city blends tradition and modernity, from the busy Kakouba fish market and colorful local markets to the iconic Grand Mosque and Independence Monument. The tropical monsoon climate makes it hot and rainy all year round, and the coastal scenery is intertwined with multiculturalism, attracting travelers exploring West Africa. A product of French colonial heritage mixed with indigenous culture, Conakry is a window into the history and dynamism of Guinea.
Located in the northern part of Nantou County, Taiwan Province of China, Puli is situated in the geographic center of Taiwan and is known as the "Heart of Taiwan". This mountainous basin of about 400-500 meters above sea level is famous for its mild climate, high-quality water and rich produce.
Puli is an important agricultural area in Taiwan, producing wild rice shoots, passion fruit, roses, and other crops, and is also famous for the Shaoxing wine produced by the Puli Distillery. The area is rich in cultural assets, including the Taiwan Geographic Center Monument, Puli paper making, butterfly crafts and other specialty industries, while preserving the culture of the Bazai and other aboriginal people.
As an important gateway to well-known scenic spots such as Sun Moon Lake and Qingjing Farm, Puli combines humanistic heritage and natural scenery, making it an important destination for exploring the characteristics of central Taiwan.