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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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Asia/Damascus |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+3 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+3 |
Dege County, located in the northwestern part of Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture in Sichuan Province, China, is a historical region centered on Tibetan culture. It is known as "one of the three major birthplaces of Tibetan culture" and is famous for its deep religious and academic traditions.
The Dege Institute of Sutra Printing is one of the most important Tibetan scripture printing centers in Asia, preserving a large number of Buddhist classics and documents, and is listed as a national key cultural relics protection unit. It is also an important place for the transmission of Derge Tibetan opera, thangka painting and traditional Tibetan medicine.
Located on the eastern edge of the Tibetan Plateau, Derge County is blessed with magnificent alpine, grassland and river landscapes, such as the Jinsha River Gorge and the Quel Mountain Natural Scenic Area. Tourism is gradually developing, attracting tourists to experience unique Tibetan style and trekking adventures.
The economy is based on animal husbandry, agriculture and cultural tourism, and the local production of Derge Tibetan paper and handicrafts enjoys a great reputation. Derge is striving to balance the preservation of traditional culture with modern development to become an important cultural destination in western Sichuan.
Amouda is a city in northwestern Syria, located in the southern part of Idlib province, near the Turkish border, in an important transportation corridor between Syria and Turkey. The city has a long history and has been a center of regional trade since ancient times, and is known for its multicultural fusion and traditional handicrafts. The local economy is predominantly agricultural, with crops such as wheat and cotton, and a certain amount of border trade. Amuda has a unique Arab architectural style, and the old town retains the characteristic houses and bazaars from the Ottoman period, reflecting the strong historical heritage. Despite the impact of the regional situation in recent years, the local community still strives to maintain the heritage of cultural heritage, and is an important window into the humanity and history of northern Syria.