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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.
Xinhuang Dong Autonomous County is located in the western edge of Hunan Province, China, under Huaihua City, at the Xiang-Guizhou junction, bordering Tongren City, Guizhou Province. The total area of the county is about 1,508 square kilometers, with a population of about 270,000, with Dong as the main ethnic minority accounting for more than 80% of the total population, and it is one of the important birthplaces of Dong culture in China. With mountainous terrain and subtropical monsoon climate, Xinhuang is rich in natural resources and has high forest coverage.
Xinhuang is famous for the traditional culture of the Dong ethnic group, with unique ethnic songs and dances, costumes and architecture, such as drum towers and wind and rain bridges. Local delicacies such as Xinhuang yellow beef, Dong sour fish and oil tea are popular among tourists. Historical sites include the culture of the ancient country of Yelang and the red sites of the Red Army's Long March. The economy is based on agriculture, forestry and tourism, with eco-tourism and ethnic culture experience programs actively developed in recent years.
Xinhuang has convenient transportation, with the Xiangqian Railway, Hukun High Speed Railway and several highways running through its territory, and is about 100 kilometers away from Huaihua city. Major tourist attractions include the Yelang Grand Canyon, Longxi Ancient Town and Tianxing Cave, which are suitable for exploring the natural scenery and experiencing the humanities of the Dong ethnic minority. Xinhuang is also known as the "Hometown of Chinese Yelang Culture", attracting many culture lovers and tourists.