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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 northeastern part of Yilan County, Taiwan Province of China, with the Pacific Ocean to the east, Jhuangwei is an important agricultural production area in the Yilan Plain. The name of the place originates from the history of the "Zhuangyong Polder" of Zhangzhou immigrants in the Qing Dynasty. It covers an area of about 38 square kilometers and has a population of about 24,000 people. The township is mainly engaged in agricultural production, producing cantaloupe, green onions, leeks and other crops, and is known as the "hometown of cantaloupe".
The township has natural landscapes such as the Yilan River estuary ecosystem and the Yongzhen coastal recreation area, as well as well-preserved traditional rural settlements. The annual "Cantaloupe Festival in Zhuangwei" combines agricultural promotion and sightseeing features, attracting many tourists to experience the countryside. In terms of transportation, the coastal highway (Line 2) and Line 7 connect Yilan to the downtown area and surrounding attractions.