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Asia/Kathmandu |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+0 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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America/Chicago |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-6 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC-5 |
Located in Mugu district in the mountains of west-central Nepal, Dhanna is a hidden gem on the Annapurna trekking route. Surrounded by lush forests and rolling snow-capped mountains, this traditional village at an altitude of about 1,120 meters retains its original Thakuri culture. Its stone-built houses and terraced rice paddies stand out against the landscape, and the villagers still make a living from farming and handicrafts, living at a leisurely pace. As the gateway to the 'world's deepest gorge' on the banks of the Kali Gandaki River, Dhanna is both a starting point for trekking enthusiasts and an ideal place to experience Nepalese village life. With early morning views of the snow-capped peaks of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna, and dusk walks through quaint villages, Dhanna offers a tranquil and isolated charm that makes it one of Nepal's most untouched natural and cultural treasures.
Ruby is a small incorporated town in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, United States, located about 60 miles northeast of the state capital of Baton Rouge and adjacent to the Mississippi border, and characterized by a quiet rural atmosphere and a deep community culture. Sparsely populated, with fewer than 500 people according to the most recent census, the town dates back to the late 1800s and, with its early rise to an agricultural economy (e.g., cotton and soybean farming), still retains the rustic look of a traditional Southern town. The town's landmarks include a century-old community church and several Victorian-style homes, and the annual fall "Ruby Family Day," which blends elements of local Cajun and Creole culture, has become a shared memory for the surrounding residents. Despite its small size, Ruby epitomizes the serenity of the American countryside with its simple folk and distinctive Louisiana southern flavor.