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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.
Fuchuan Yao Autonomous County is located in the northeastern part of China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, subordinate to the city of Hezhou, and situated at the junction of Xiang, Gui and Yue provinces. As one of the important birthplaces of Yao culture, Fuchuan is famous for its unique ethnic customs, ancient architectural complexes of Ming and Qing dynasties and karst landscape. The county boasts well-preserved historical relics such as Xiahe Ancient Road and Xiushui Scholar Village, as well as natural ecological scenic spots such as Turtle Rock National Wetland Park. It is also known as the "Hometown of Navel Oranges in China" for its abundance of navel oranges, mandarin oranges and other agricultural products. With a pleasant climate and an average annual temperature of 19℃, Bucheon is an ideal destination for experiencing intangible cultural heritages such as the Yao Panwang Festival and the Long Drum Dance.