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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.
Su'ao is located in the southeastern part of Yilan County, Taiwan Province of China, and is an important fishing port and transportation hub in Taiwan. The town boasts the famous Su'ao Harbor and Nanfang'ao Fishing Harbor, of which Nanfang'ao is one of the three largest fishing harbors in Taiwan, known for its rich seafood resources and fishing harbor culture. Su'ao Cold Spring is a globally rare low-temperature carbonic acid mineral spring, which is on a par with the Italian Cold Spring, and has a unique health value.
Located on the northeast coast of Taiwan, Su'ao is connected to the beginning of the Suhua Highway in the north and the Pacific Ocean in the south, making it an important node connecting Yilan and Hualien. The Su'ao Railway Station is the terminus of the Taiwan Railway's Eastern Main Line, and the town can be quickly connected to Taipei and other major cities via the Taiwan 9 Line Highway.
The town contains attractions such as Nanfangao Fishing Harbor Seafood Market, Wu-Lao Scenic Area, and Baimi Clog Village. Visitors can experience cold spring baths, taste freshly caught seafood, and visit such distinctive landmarks as the Cross-Sea Bridge and the Coral Mazu Temple. The Cold Spring Cultural Festival held every summer is an important local festival.