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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.
Xin'an County is part of Luoyang City, Henan Province, China, located in the western part of Henan Province, with a total area of about 1,160 square kilometers. Located on the south bank of the middle reaches of the Yellow River, the county enjoys a warm temperate continental monsoon climate with four distinct seasons. As of 2020, the resident population is about 500,000, predominantly Han Chinese.
Xin'an has a long history, with human activities as early as the Neolithic Age, and is an important part of the Heluo culture. The county has national cultural relics protection units such as the Han Hangu Pass and the Thousand Tang Zhizhai, which is famous for its collection of epitaphs from the Tang Dynasty, known as the "Stone Book of the Tang Dynasty". Traditional folklore, such as Yu opera and paper-cutting, has been preserved to this day.
Xin'an's economy is dominated by industry, rich in bauxite, coal and other mineral resources, and is one of the important aluminum industry bases in China. Agriculture mainly produces wheat, corn and apples. Tourism is gradually developing due to the natural scenery of Longtan Grand Canyon and Qingyou Mountain.
Xin'an is located in the hilly and mountainous area of western Henan, with diverse terrain and the Yellow River flowing through the north. The transportation is convenient, with the Longhai Railway and Lianhuo Expressway passing through the city, and about 30 kilometers away from downtown Luoyang, which can be quickly connected to the neighboring cities by highway and railroad.