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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.
Located in the southeastern part of China's Shandong Province and part of Rizhao City, Ju County is a cultural city with a history of more than 3,000 years. As the capital of the ancient state of Ju, Juxian is one of the most important birthplaces of Qilu culture, and is known for its profound "Ju culture". The area is rich in cultural heritage, including the ruins of the ancient city of Ju, the Lingyang River Ruins, and the Dinglin Temple on Fulai Mountain, among other historical sites. The "World's First Ginkgo Tree" in Dinglin Temple is over 4,000 years old and is known as a living fossil.
Juxian's natural scenery is beautiful, with such attractions as Fulai Mountain and Yalou mesa combining humanistic and natural landscapes. The area is mainly agricultural, producing ginkgoes, apples and peanuts, and is known as the "Hometown of the Ginkgo". Juxian's traditional cultural arts, such as paper-cutting, calligraphy and painting, are also unique. Conveniently located about 50 kilometers from the port of Rizhao, it is an important cultural, economic and tourist destination in southeast Shandong.