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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.
Located in the southern part of China's Shanxi Province and part of Yuncheng City, Yuanqu County is situated at the junction of Jin, Shaanxi and Henan provinces, with a total area of about 1,620 square kilometers. It has a long history and is one of the important birthplaces of Chinese civilization, with a rich cultural heritage, such as Neolithic ruins and ancient architecture. With a predominantly agricultural industry that produces wheat, corn and apples, Yuanqu's economy is gradually transforming into ecotourism and mineral resources development.
With beautiful natural scenery, Yuanqu boasts the remnants of the Taihang Mountains and tributaries of the Yellow River, and attractions include the Alexandria Nature Reserve, ancient city ruins and folk culture villages. The locality focuses on ecological protection and the development of rural tourism, attracting tourists to experience simple rural life and history and culture. The transportation is convenient, with road and rail connections to major cities in the vicinity.