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Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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Europe/Riga |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+2 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+3 |
Cuiping District is the main city of Yibin, Sichuan Province, located in the combination of Sichuan, Yunnan and Guizhou provinces, where the Jinsha River and the Minjiang River meet, and is known as the core area of the "First City of the Ten Thousand Miles Yangtze River". As the political, economic and cultural center of Yibin, Cuiping District is rich in history and culture, with such famous historical sites as the ancient town of Lizhuang, Dongshan Temple, Nezha Palace, etc. Lizhuang was a cultural shrine during the war period, and "China Lizhuang" is famous both at home and abroad. The area is famous for its natural landscape such as the Shunan Bamboo Sea and the Stone Sea Cave, and it is the core production area of "China's Baijiu Capital", where famous brands such as Wuliangye originated. Cuiping District, with convenient land, water and air transportation, is an important transportation hub and trade logistics center in the southern Sichuan area, with the spirit of the landscape and the vitality of the city, it is a charming urban area suitable for living and traveling.
Valka is an important border city in northeastern Latvia, closely linked to the Estonian city of Valga, which together form a unique "twin city". The city is located about 160 km northeast of Riga and is the central administrative center of the town of Valka.
Valka covers an area of about 14.4 square kilometers and has a population of about 5,000. The city is located in the hinterland of the Baltic Sea region and has historically been an important trading hub. It is unique in that it shares urban space with Varga, Estonia, and the border line runs directly through the city, making it a model for cross-border cooperation within the European Union.
Varka, first documented in 1286, has a medieval architectural heritage, including St. Catherine's Church. The history of Latvia's national awakening movement is vividly presented in the city museum. The annual Border Culture Festival promotes cultural exchange between residents of both countries.
As a special border city within the EU Schengen area, the Varka-Varga region has a unique cross-border commuting pattern. The local economy is dominated by logistics, retail and services, capitalizing on its hub location connecting the Baltic States. the opening of a joint bus system in 2019 further strengthens regional integration.
Visitors can experience the unique border landmark of "one step between two countries" and visit the ruins of Valka Castle Hill. The neighboring Vilcasius National Park offers a wealth of eco-tourism routes, and in winter you can participate in cross-country skiing, a popular activity in the Baltic Sea region.