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Asia/Taipei |
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Atlantic/Cape_Verde |
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UTC-1 |
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Located in the northern part of Yunlin County, Taiwan Province of China, Dabi Township is a typical agricultural township, famous throughout Taiwan for its production of rice, sauerkraut and pickles. The terrain of the township is flat, with a total area of about 44.9973 square kilometers and a population of about 18,000 people. Dabi Township is known as the "hometown of sauerkraut," and its production of sauerkraut accounts for more than 80% of all sauerkraut produced in Taiwan. The annual Sauerkraut Culture Festival has become a local specialty.
Dabi Township is rich in traditional culture, with temples such as the Sanshan King's Temple and the Hall of the North Pole in full bloom. The township has a number of well-preserved large ponds (Bei Tongs), such as Dabi Tong and Shangyi Bei, which serve both irrigation and ecological functions. These water landscapes and rural scenery form a unique rural landscape, attracting many tourists to experience the local flavor and taste local agricultural products.
Gata (Santa Maria) is a seaside town on the southern tip of the Cape Verdean island of Sal, located in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. As the main tourist center of the island of Sal, Gata is known for its 8 km of golden sandy beaches, clear blue waters and warm sunny climate all year round. Once a major salt-producing town, today it retains its traditional colorful colonial-style architecture, which coexists harmoniously with modern resort facilities.
Gata Beach is one of the most famous beaches in Cape Verde and is suitable for water sports such as surfing and windsurfing. The town is surrounded by a unique landscape of salt flat ruins and volcanic landscapes. The daily active fishing port offers fresh seafood, and local restaurants are famous for cooking swordfish, tuna and other seafood specialties. The annual summer music festival attracts a large number of international visitors and showcases traditional Cape Verdean music culture such as the Funaná.
Gata is conveniently located just 15 kilometers from Sal International Airport. As one of the gateways to Cape Verdean tourism, the town is connected to Sal Island's natural attractions such as Grotto Beach and Shark Bay. Its strategic location on the route between Europe, Africa and South America makes it a popular stopover for transatlantic travel.