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Deva is the capital of Hunedoara County in western Romania, located on the banks of the river Mureş, with a population of about 60,000 people. The city is famous for the hilltop Deva Castle, a 13th-century fortress perched on a volcanic cone that offers panoramic views and symbolizes the history of the region. The economy of Dva is based on industry and services, and it is also a transportation hub, connecting it to the Carpathian region.
Dva has a long history, first recorded in 1269, and was once a fortress of the Kingdom of Hungary. The city retains medieval buildings such as the castle and the Church of the Holy Cross. Culturally, Deva has museums, theaters, and is close to the ruins of the Dacian civilization, reflecting Romania's diverse heritage. The city is known for its mild continental climate with four distinct seasons, making it suitable for tourism.
Deva is a natural gateway for exploring the Carpathian Mountains, with the nearby Retezat National Park for hiking and eco-tourism. The city life is peaceful and has a good infrastructure, offering educational and medical resources. As an important regional center of Romania, Deva blends history and modernity, attracting visitors to experience its unique charm.
Dongshi District, located in the eastern part of Taichung City, Taiwan, belongs to the mountainous area at the western foot of the Central Mountain Range, and is Taiwan's famous "Fruit Township" and Hakka culture town. The terrain here is high in the east and low in the west, with natural landscapes such as the Dongshi Forest and the Guguan Scenic Area in the Heping District. The four seasons are distinctive, with cherry blossom viewing in the spring, summer vacationing in the summer, fruit picking in the fall, and tea-tasting in the winter, attracting a lot of tourists. Dongshi is rich in strawberries, peaches, pears and other fruits, and organizes the Strawberry Cultural Festival and Peach Festival every year to show its agricultural characteristics. The local Hakka culture is strong, and the traditional Hakka architecture and cuisine (such as Hakka tea and noodles) are well preserved, making it an excellent place to experience the Hakka flavor. As the backyard of Taichung City, Dongshi blends natural ecology with humanistic heritage, making it a good choice for leisure travel.