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Africa/Niamey |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+1 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Diffa, the capital of the Diffa region in southeastern Niger, is located on the southern edge of the Sahara Desert and shares a border with Nigeria, making it one of the most important border cities in Niger. The city is located in the lower Niger River basin around the climate of the tropical desert climate, hot and dry throughout the year, the average annual precipitation is less than 300 millimeters. The economy is based on agriculture and animal husbandry, and the surrounding areas are rich in millet, sorghum and livestock. Diffa, as a regional trade center, undertakes the function of cross-border trade with neighboring countries, such as Nigeria, and is especially famous for the trade of livestock, agricultural products and handicrafts. The city is culturally diverse, with Hausa, Tuareg and Kanuri ethnic groups living in the area, and is unique in its crafts such as traditional leather weaving and silversmithing. Despite infrastructural challenges, Diffa remains an important economic and cultural node in the south-east of the Niger, thanks to its strategic location and rich cultural heritage.
Located in the southeastern part of Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture in Gansu Province, China, Dianbu County is situated at the junction of the eastern edge of the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau and the western end of the Qinling Mountains, with an average elevation of about 2,400 meters above sea level. The area is famous for its magnificent natural scenery and rich Tibetan culture, with famous scenic spots such as the Zagana Stone Forest and the Lazikou Battle Site. The climate is of the plateau temperate semi-humid type with four distinct seasons, suitable for eco-tourism and hiking adventure.
The economy is mainly based on agriculture and tourism, with an abundance of Chinese herbs and specialty agricultural products. The local residents are mostly Tibetans, preserving unique folk traditions and Tibetan Buddhist beliefs. With convenient transportation, Diebei is connected to the surrounding areas through the G213 National Highway, and is an important node of the Gannan Tourism Loop.