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Europe/Bucharest |
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UTC+2 |
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UTC+3 |
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Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
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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.
Shangsi County is located in the southern part of China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, belonging to Fangchenggang City, and is situated at the northern foot of the Hundred Thousand Mountains, making it a typical mountainous county. It is dominated by Zhuang culture and is a multi-ethnic settlement with rich natural landscapes and human heritage.
Shangsi is famous for the 100,000 Dashan National Forest Park, with a forest coverage of over 60%, making it an eco-tourism and summer vacation destination. The main attractions include Butuan Hot Spring, Magic Stone Valley and Fengting River Reservoir, which are suitable for hiking, hot spring treatment and folklore experience.
The economy is mainly based on agriculture, producing sugar cane, star anise, cinnamon and other specialties. Traditional activities such as the "March 3" Song Festival of the Zhuang people are well preserved, and handicrafts such as Zhuang brocade weaving are unique. Eco-agriculture and rural tourism have gradually developed in recent years.