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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.
Minfeng County, belonging to Hotan Region of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, is located in the northern foothills of the Kunlun Mountains and the southern edge of the Taklamakan Desert, and was an important post on the southern route of the ancient Silk Road. It is famous for the "Niya Ruins", the ruins of the old city of Jingjie State during the Han and Jin Dynasties, which are hidden in the yellow sand, and the national treasures such as the "Five Stars in the East and Benefiting China" brocade unearthed, which tell the story of the prosperity of the Silk Road. The oasis and desert are intertwined within the county, and the county is rich in Hetian jade, jujube, grapes and other specialties. The unique ecology of the desert oasis and the rich Uyghur folk customs make the county a unique window for exploring the history and nature of the southern border. Minfeng, meaning "prosperity and abundance", is an apt interpretation of the vitality of this land.